Always on My Mind

Brenda Lee

About Always on My Mind

"Always on My Mind" is a love song by Johnny Christopher, Mark James, and Wayne Carson first recorded by B. J. Thomas in 1970, and first released by Gwen McCrae (as "You Were Always on My Mind") in 1972. Brenda Lee also released a version in 1972. The song has been a crossover hit, charting in both the country and western and pop categories. AllMusic lists over 300 recorded releases of the song in versions by dozens of performers. While Brenda Lee's version had stalled at number 45 on the country charts in 1972, other performers reached the top 20 in the United States and elsewhere with their own versions: Elvis Presley in 1972; John Wesley Ryles in 1979; Willie Nelson's Grammy Award-winning version in 1982; and Pet Shop Boys in 1987.  


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Maybe I didn't love you
Quite as often as I could have
Maybe I didn't treat you
Quite as good as I should have
If I made you feel second best
Girl I'm sorry I was blind

But you were always on my mind
You were always on my mind

Maybe I didn't hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
I guess I never told you
That I am so happy that you're mine
If I made you feel second best
Girl I'm sorry I was blind

But 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
I'll keep you satisfied

Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
But you were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind

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Brenda Lee

Brenda Mae Tarpley (born December 11, 1944), known as Brenda Lee, is an American performer who sang rockabilly, pop and country music, and had 37 US chart hits during the 1960s, a number surpassed only by Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Ray Charles and Connie Francis. She is best known for her 1960 hit "I'm Sorry", and 1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", a US holiday standard for more than 50 years. more »

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Written by: Wayne Carson Thompson, John Jr. Christopher, Mark James

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13 facts about this song

Artist Origin
"Always on My Mind" was first recorded by American singer Brenda Lee in 1972 and then covered by many individuals, including famous stars like Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson.
Songwriter
The song was written by a trio - Johnny Christopher, Mark James, and Wayne Carson, who were successful American songwriters and musicians.
Elvis Presley's Version
Elvis Presley recorded his own version of the song a few months after Brenda Lee's version was released, in 1972. The song was apparently recorded as a personal message to his wife, Priscilla.
Brenda Lee's Initial Release
Brenda Lee's version of the song didn't become popular until after Elvis Presley's rendition and Willie Nelson's rendition caught on.
Grammy-Winning Version
The most recognized version of this song is probably the one by Willie Nelson. It won the Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance in 1982.
UK Chart Success
The song was also covered by the British synth-pop duo, the Pet Shop Boys. Their version became the UK's Christmas number one single in 1987.
Wayne Carson's Inspiration
Songwriter Wayne Carson started writing the song when his father called and said his mother was annoyed at him always being on the road for his music career.
Elvis Presley's Impact
Elvis's version of the song was a major hit, reaching #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #6 on the country chart.
Tribute to Princess Diana
The Pet Shop Boys' rendition of "Always on My Mind" was performed in a tribute for Princess Diana at the 2007 Concert for Diana.
Willie Nelson's Recognition
In 2008, Nelson's version was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Significant Popularity
To date, the song is one of the most covered songs in the history of recorded music, with versions in a variety of genres, languages, and styles.
Elvis Presley's Album
Despite Elvis Presley's personal issues during 1972, the Elvis Presley version came from one of his most successful albums from the 70s, releasing his rendition of the song on the "Separate Ways" album.
Song's Versatility
The versatility of the song "Always on My Mind" - being performed by various artists across different genres - showcases the immense success and universal appeal of the song.

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