Jim has given us some very inspiring themes for Song Lyric Sunday recently. I found myself quite spoilt for choice again for this week’s theme. In the end, I have chosen a song that I have always loved (although the Pet Shop Boys almost ruined it for me) for it’s tender lyrics, full of earnest regret and affection.
I was tempted to use the Brenda Lee track, but I have always preferred to hear a male voice singing these words. The song has been covered by many artists, male and female, in different music genres. I believe that Elvis Presley recorded his version very soon after his separation from his wife Priscilla, which must have added poignancy to him singing the lyrics.
It is a beautiful song, and it is always a pleasure to listen to it. “Always On My Mind”, with the soulful voice of Elvis Presley.
Credits: Wayne C. Thompson, Mark James, and Johnny Christopher
Maybe I didn't treat you Quite as good as I should have Maybe I didn't love you Quite as often as I could have Little things I should have said and done I just never took the time You were always on my mind You were always on my mind Maybe I didn't hold you All those lonely, lonely times And I guess I never told you I'm so happy that you're mine If I made you feel second best Girl, I'm so sorry I was blind You were always on my mind You were always on my mind Tell me, tell me that your sweet love hasn't died Give me, give me one more chance To keep you satisfied, satisfied Little things I should have said and done I just never took the time You were always on my mind You were always on my mind You were always on my mind Maybe I didn't treat you Quite as good as I should have Maybe I didn't love you Quite as often as I could have Maybe I didn't hold you All those lonely, lonely times And I guess I never told you I'm so happy that you're mine Maybe I didn't treat you Quite as good as I should have
LADY LEWIS 
Willie Nelson’s version was great too! ☺️
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Great song Lady A. I guess people always question things after a breakup, wondering why it didn’t work out for them. The orchestra was a nice touch on this song.
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For me Willie’s version is the gold standard. Elvis does have such a smopth voice though.
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I think I picked this version because the orchestra playing the music was just so delightful. But yes, I do agree with you about Willie’s version. Regardless of who sings those lyrics though, I find the sentiment very moving.
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