May You Never Be Alone
Hank Williams
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Like a bird that's lost its mate in flight I'm alone and oh so blue tonight Like a piece of driftwood on the sea may you never be alone like me [ piano ] I believed the lies you told to me when you whispered dear I worship Thee Now here am I alone and blue all because I loved no one but you I gave up my friends I left my home when you promised to be mine alone Now you're gone our love could never be may you never be alone like me [ fiddle ] In the Bible God's own words to say for every wrong someday you'll pay I pray the Lord to set me free may you never be alone like me
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Written by: HANK WILLIAMS, SR.
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13 facts about this song
Song Title"May You Never Be Alone" is a classic country song written and performed by Hank Williams, a pioneer of American country music.
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Songwriter and PerformerHank Williams, recognized as one of the greatest, most influential country artists of all time, wrote and performed "May You Never Be Alone".
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in February 1949 as the B-side of "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry".
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Album Inclusion"May You Never Be Alone" was included in "Hank Williams as Luke the Drifter", a 1953 album, that contained most of Williams' recitations and moralistic songs.
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LyricsThe melancholic lyrics of "May You Never Be Alone" resonate with the theme of loneliness and heartbreak, a hallmark of Williams' songwriting style.
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Song's ReceptionLike many of Williams’ releases, this song was very well received and is still beloved by fans of classic country music.
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Song's Influence"May You Never Be Alone" has been covered by various artists across different genres, including country artist Kitty Wells and folk band The Everly Brothers, highlighting the song’s lasting influence.
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Song MeaningWhile the song's meaning is open to individual interpretation, the underlying theme appears to be a deep longing for a lost love.
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Characteristic StyleThe song is characterized by Williams' profound and heartfelt singing style, accompanied by the traditional stringed instruments of country music.
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TriviaSome speculate that "May You Never Be Alone" was inspired by the tumultuous relationship between Hank Williams and his first wife, Audrey Sheppard, though this has never been confirmed.
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Legacy"May You Never Be Alone", like many of Hank Williams' songs, is considered a standard of country music and continues to be performed and covered to this day.
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Hank WilliamsApart from his prolific songwriting, Hank Williams also had a significant impact on the music industry with his charismatic performance style, later influencing many rock 'n' roll musicians.
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The song’s RankingWhile it might not be as widely recognized as some of Williams' other hits, "May You Never Be Alone" is often cited by fans and critics as a testament to his ability to evoke a range of emotions through his music.
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