About The Song
A Timeless Melody: Introducing Willie Nelson’s “Funny How Time Slips Away”
Before we lose ourselves in Willie Nelson’s soulful croon, let’s rewind the clock and trace the path of this poignant ballad. Penned by Nelson himself in 1960, “Funny How Time Slips Away” wasn’t always destined for his baritone serenade. Initially, it was Billy Walker who breathed life into the lyrics, his version charting in 1961. Yet, the song’s true spirit bloomed two years later when Nelson recorded it for his debut album, “…And Then I Wrote.”
Nelson’s interpretation transcended mere country twang. His weathered vocals, etched with the wisdom of the Texas plains, resonated with a universal truth – the relentless march of time. Each verse paints a picture of life’s fleeting moments, from youthful dreams whispered under starry skies to love’s embrace turning into memories on a dusty shelf. The melody, simple yet hauntingly beautiful, mirrors the lyrics’ bittersweet acceptance.
But “Funny How Time Slips Away” isn’t simply a lament. It’s a gentle reminder to cherish the present, to hold close the fleeting joys and find solace in the love that remains. Nelson’s gentle guitar and the melancholic sway of the song lull us into a state of peaceful reflection, urging us to savor the moments before they become whispers in the wind.
So, as the first notes wash over you, prepare to be swept away by a timeless tapestry of love, loss, and the enduring beauty of everyday moments. For in “Funny How Time Slips Away,” Willie Nelson doesn’t just sing about the passage of time, he paints a poignant portrait of a life well-lived, reminding us that even as time fades, the echoes of love and laughter continue to resonate within us.
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Lyrics
Well, hello there
My, it’s been a long, long time
How am I doing?
Oh, I guess that I’m doing fine
It’s been so long now
But it seems now, that it was only yesterday
Gee, ain’t it funny, how time slips awayHow’s your new love?
I hope that he’s doing fine
I heard you told him
That you’d love him till the end of time
Now, that’s the same thing that you told me
Seems like just the other day
Gee, ain’t it funny, how time slips awayI gotta go now
I guess I’ll see you around
Don’t know when though
Never know, when I’ll be back in town
But remember, what I tell you
In time you’re gonna pay
And it’s surprising, how time slips away…