Did You Know?

Elvis Presley’s rendition of “Always on My Mind” is a heartfelt expression of love and regret. Originally written by Johnny Christopher, Mark James, and Wayne Carson, the song found its way into Elvis’s repertoire, becoming one of his signature tunes. The poignant lyrics and Elvis’s emotive delivery resonate with anyone who has experienced the bittersweet pangs of love and longing. The song’s release in 1972 sparked an outpouring of admiration, further solidifying Elvis’s status as a musical icon.

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Lyrics

Maybe I didn’t treat you
Quite as good as I should have
Maybe I didn’t love you
Quite as often as I could have
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time

You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind

Maybe I didn’t hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
And I guess I never told you
I’m so happy that you’re mine
If I made you feel second best
Girl, I’m so sorry I was blind

You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind

Tell me, tell me that your sweet love hasn’t died
Give me, give me one more chance
To keep you satisfied, satisfied

Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time

You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind

Maybe I didn’t treat you
Quite as good as I should have
Maybe I didn’t love you
Quite as often as I could have
Maybe I didn’t hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
And I guess I never told you
I’m so happy that you’re mine
Maybe I didn’t treat you
Quite as good as I should have