The Last Thing On My Mind
Tom Paxton
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Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind Well, I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind It's a lesson too late for the learnin' Made of sand, made of sand In the wink of an eye my soul is turnin' In your hand, in your hand Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind Well, I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind You've got reasons a-plenty for goin' This I know, this I know For the weeds have been steadily growin' Please don't go, please don't go Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind Well, I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind As I lie in my bed in the mornin' Without you, without you Each song in my breast lies a burnin' Without you, without you Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind Well, I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind Well, I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind That was the last thing on my mind
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Written by: Tom Paxton
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13 facts about this song
Songwriter and Artist"The Last Thing On My Mind" is a song written and performed by American folk singer-songwriter Tom Paxton.
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Release DateThe song was first released in 1964 on Paxton's album "Ramblin' Boy."
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Song ThemeThe song is popularly known to express regret over a failed relationship, signaling the narrator's realization that he wasn't as attentive as he should've been.
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Popular CoversOver the years, many artists have covered the song including Neil Diamond, Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner, and The Move among others.
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Billboard ChartingThe song charted on the Billboard Hot 100 when it was covered by the country duo, Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton, peaking at number seven in 1967.
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Remarkable AccoladeIn 2009, Tom Paxton was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, which is a testament to the influential nature of songs like "The Last Thing On My Mind."
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Folk Revival ContributionThe song played a critical role in the American folk music revival in the mid-1960s, gaining extensive radio play and recognition.
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Lyrics' ImpactThe phrase "I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind" from the song’s refrain has been cited as one of the most emotive lines in folk music.
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Iconic ChorusThe song’s chorus "But I've got reason a-plenty for goin' / This I know, this I know / For the weeds have been steadily growin' /Please don't go, please don't go" is popularly recognized and has been singled out for its emotional depth.
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Love and Regret ThemeDespite the upbeat tempo of the song, the lyrics express a deep sense of regret, analysis has uncovered layers of complexity, making it a fascinating study in contrast.
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Influence on other MusiciansThe song's popularity was such that it heavily influenced other musicians in the folk music genre, serving as a sort of template for how to convey personal emotion in a relatable way.
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Use in PoliticsIn a less common use for songs, "The Last Thing on My Mind" was notably used in a political context by the Liberal Democrats during the 2005 UK General Election campaign.
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TimelessnessDespite being released decades ago, "The Last Thing On My Mind" continues to resonate with modern listeners, attesting to its timelessness and universal appeal.
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