Don't Forget to Remember Me

Carrie Underwood

About Don't Forget to Remember Me

"Don't Forget to Remember Me" is a song written by Morgane Hayes (now known as Morgane Stapleton), Kelley Lovelace and Ashley Gorley, and recorded by American country music artist Carrie Underwood. It was released in March 2006 as the fourth single from Underwood's debut album, Some Hearts. It is also her second release to country radio. The song peaked at number two on the Billboard country charts in early 2006, and number 49 on the Billboard Hot 100. It has sold 403,000 copies.  


Year:
2005
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Eighteen years had come and gone
For mama they flew by
But for me they drug on and on
We were loading up that Chevy
Both tryin' not to cry
Mama kept on talking
Putting off goodbye
Then she took my hand and said
"Baby, don't forget

Before you hit the highway
You better stop for gas
There's a fifty in the ashtray
In case you run short on cash
Here's a map, and here's a Bible
If you ever lose your way
Just one more thing before you leave
Don't forget to remember me."

This downtown apartment sure makes me miss home
And those bills there on the counter
Keep telling me I'm on my own
And just like every Sunday I called mama up last night
And even when it's not, I tell her everything's all right
Before we hung up I said
"Hey mama, don't forget

To tell my baby sister
I'll see her in the fall
And tell Me-maw that I miss her
Yeah, I should give her a call
And make sure you tell daddy
That I'm still his little girl
Yeah, I still feel like I'm where I'm supposed to be
But don't forget to remember me."

Tonight I find myself kneeling by the bed to pray
I haven't done this in a while
So I don't know what to say
But, Lord, I feel so small sometimes in this big ol' place
Yeah, I know there's more important things
But don't forget to remember me
Don't forget to remember me

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Carrie Underwood

Carrie Marie Underwood (born March 10, 1983) is an American country music singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of American Idol, in 2005. Underwood has since become a multi-platinum selling recording artist, a winner of several Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards, a Golden Globe Award nominee, a three-time Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association Female Vocalist winner, and a two-time ACM Entertainer of the Year. She is the first female artist to win back-to-back Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards for Entertainer of the Year (2009/10). Underwood was inducted into and became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. She was also inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fa… more »

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Written by: ASHLEY GORLEY, MORGANE HAYES, KELLEY LOVELACE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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8 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Don't Forget to Remember Me" falls under the country music genre, further demonstrating Carrie Underwood's notable contribution to this style of music.
Album Origin
This song can be found on Underwood's debut studio album, "Some Hearts". The album was released in 2005, and includes several other hits such as "Jesus, Take the Wheel" and "Before He Cheats."
Release Date and Chart Performance
"Don't Forget to Remember Me" was released as the fourth single from the album in March 2006. It reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the United States.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics revolve around a young woman who is leaving home for the first time, addressing her messages to her loved ones to remember her as she navigates adulthood.
Awards
Although the song itself did not win any awards, its release contributed to Carrie Underwood's success during the 2006-2007 award season. She clinched multiple awards including the "Artist of the Year" award at the American Music Awards due to the popularity of "Some Hearts".
Critical Reception
Critics often applaud the relatability of "Don't Forget to Remember Me". The song resonates with many who have experienced moving away from home, making it a frequently recognized tune in Underwood's discography.+
Music Video
The music video for "Don't Forget to Remember Me" is as emotionally engaging as the song itself. It beautifully portrays a story of a young woman moving out and starting her life, much like the song's lyrics.
Songwriters
This song was written by Morgane Hayes (known as Morgane Stapleton after marrying singer Chris Stapleton), Kelley Lovelace, and Ashley Gorley - talented songwriters who have collaborated with numerous country artists.

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