Wake Me When It's Over

Willie Nelson

About Wake Me When It's Over

"Wake Me When It's Over" is a song written by country music singer Willie Nelson. After being signed as a recording artist to Liberty Records in 1961, the song was recorded during his second session with the label in September 1961 at Radio Recorders. Selected as the A-side of one of the promotional singles, the song failed to chart.


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Gettin' tired now gotta get some sleep now 
Guess I've been worried much too long
And don't wake me till it's over 
When the need for you is gone
I was so happy before I loved you 
I'm gonna be like I was before
And don't wake me till it's over 
When I don't want you anymore

My mind is gettin' weak now gotta get some sleep now 
I gotta rest my achin' head
I just want to lay here just let me stay here 
Till the blues get up and leave my bed
Good night, darling 
Good night, darling 
Good night forevermore
And don't wake me till it's over 
When I won't want you anymore
My mind is gettin' weak now...

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Willie Nelson

Willie Hugh Nelson (pronounced /wɪli nɛlsən /; born April 30, 1933) is an American country music singer-songwriter, as well as an author, poet, actor, and activist. The critical success of the album Shotgun Willie (1973), combined with the critical and commercial success of Red Headed Stranger (1975) and Stardust (1978), made Nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music. He was one of the main figures of outlaw country, a subgenre of country music that developed at the end of the 1960s as a reaction to the conservative restrictions of the Nashville sound. Nelson has acted in over 30 films, co-authored several books, and has been involved in activism for the use of biofuels and the legalization of marijuana. more »

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Written by: MARCUS MILLER, DAVID WILLIAM SANBORN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Wake Me When It's Over" is a song from Willie Nelson's 30th studio album "Tougher Than Leather" that was released in the year 1983.
Collaboration
The song is a collaboration between Willie Nelson and Chips Moman, a notable songwriter and record producer.
Genre
"Wake Me When It's Over" falls under the genre of country and folk music, which Willie Nelson was quite popular for.
Songwriting
Willie Nelson, the maestro of country music himself, wrote the song, showing his talent not just as a performer but as a songwriter as well.
Reception and Ranking
Although not recognized as one of Nelson's most popular songs, "Wake Me When It's Over" still has a considerable fan base. However, it didn't make it to the Billboard country charts.
Tracklisting
This song is the eighth track on the "Tougher Than Leather" album.
Lyrical Theme
The song expresses a sentiment of heartbreak and wanting to escape from the pain; this theme is typical of Nelson's style as many of his songs deal with themes of love, loss, and loneliness.
Live Performances
Willie Nelson has reportedly performed "Wake Me When It's Over" live during several of his concerts, adding a unique touch to each performance.
Musical Inspirations
Nelson's diverse musical influences– from jazz, pop, blues, and folk– are reflected in the stylistic nuances of "Wake Me When It's Over".
Critical Acclaim
Despite not being a chart-topper, Nelson's songwriting in "Wake Me When It's Over" was praised, showing the timelessness of the singer's writing skills.
Willie Nelson's Legacy
Although "Wake Me When It's Over" might not be Nelson's most popular song, it does contribute to the enormous canon of work that has helped established him as an American musical icon.

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