Except for Monday

Lorrie Morgan

About Except for Monday

"Except for Monday" is a song written by Reed Nielsen and recorded by American country music artist Lorrie Morgan. It was released in October 1991 as the third single from her album Something in Red. The song reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 7 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada.


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1997
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You look surprised
You didn't think you'd see me
Kicking up my heels
Painting up this toen
When you said goodbye
I learned a couple new dances
I cast a couple of glances
I'm on a big roll now

Except for Monday, which was never good anyway
Tuesday, I get a little side ways
Wednesday, I feel better just for spite
Thursday and Friday take too long
Before I know it, Saturday's gone
But it's Sunday now and you can bet that I'm all right

Dont' get me wrong
It wasn't always this easy
Getting over you
Got a little rough on me
Didn't take too long
'Til I got it together
And everyday I thank my lucky stars you set me free

Except for Monday, which was never good anyway
Tuesday, I get a little side ways
Wednesday, I feel better just for spite
Thursday and Friday take too long
Before I know it, Saturday's gone
But it's Sunday now and you can bet that I'm all right

Except for Monday, which was never good anyway
Tuesday, I get a little side ways
Wednesday, I feel better just for spite
Thursday and Friday take too long
Before I know it, Saturday's gone
But it's Sunday now and you can bet that I'm all right

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Lorrie Morgan

Loretta Lynn "Lorrie" Morgan (born June 27, 1959, in Nashville, Tennessee) is an American country music singer. She is the daughter of George Morgan, a country music singer who charted several hit singles between 1949 and his death in 1975. Lorrie Morgan charted her first single in 1978, although she did not break into the top of the U.S. country charts until her 1989 single, "Trainwreck of Emotion." Since then, she has charted more than 25 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts, with three number one hits: "Five Minutes," "What Part of No" and "I Didn't Know My Own Strength." She has also recorded more than 15 studio albums. At various points in her life, Morgan has been married to three different country singers: Keith Whitley, Jon… more »

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Written by: REED NIELSEN

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Except for Monday" was written by Reed Nielsen.
Chart Performance
The song was released in 1991 as the third single from her album "Something in Red". - It reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, marking it as one of Lorrie Morgan's biggest hits.
Album Success
"Except for Monday" is included in Morgan's second studio album "Something in Red", which is her highest charting album on the Billboard 200, reaching number 8.
Music Video Details
Lorrie Morgan marked a departure from the typical country music video style of the time with "Except For Monday". She incorporated high fashion and stage-like settings into the video, which was uncommon in the industry at the time.
Song Theme
The song chronicles a woman's attempts to move on from a weekend love affair, with the title referring to the fact that she has moved on "except for Monday" when she starts to remember her lover again.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, including the popular American country and folk singer Mindy McCready for her album called "I'm Still Here" in 2010.
Critical Response
"Except for Monday" was well received, leading to Morgan winning the 'Female Vocalist of the Year' at the Country Music Association Awards in 1991.
Personal Life
The success of "Except for Monday" came at a time when Morgan was going through personal struggles including the death of her father and a divorce, giving the song an extra layer of emotional resonance.
Signature Song
Although she has several hits, "Except for Monday" is often considered one of Lorrie Morgan's signature songs.
Live Performances
"Except for Monday" is a consistent staple in Morgan's live set, even to this day. Fans often expect to hear it at her concerts.

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