About the song
Let’s take a journey through the heartfelt melodies of Don Williams with his soul-stirring ballad, “Sing Me Back Home.” Released in 1980 as part of his album “I Believe in You,” this song captures the essence of longing and nostalgia in a way that only Don Williams can.
Penned by the legendary songwriter Merle Haggard, “Sing Me Back Home” quickly resonated with audiences, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. Williams’ smooth baritone vocals and emotive delivery breathe life into the song’s poignant lyrics, creating a deeply moving musical experience.
Upon its release, “Sing Me Back Home” climbed the country music charts, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. Its timeless appeal and universal themes struck a chord with fans, solidifying its place as one of Don Williams’ most beloved hits.
As we listen to “Sing Me Back Home,” we are transported to a world where memories and emotions intertwine, evoking a sense of longing and reflection. Williams’ ability to convey these sentiments with sincerity and authenticity is what makes this song a classic.
This heartfelt ballad continues to resonate with audiences, its message of love and loss enduring through the years. So, sit back, relax, and let the soothing sounds of Don Williams’ “Sing Me Back Home” envelop you in a warm embrace of nostalgia and sentiment.
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Lyrics
The warden led a prisoner down the hallway to his doom
I stood up to say goodbye like all the rest
And I heard him tell the warden just before he reached my cell
“Let my guitar playing friend do my request”
Let him sing me back home with a song I used to hear
Make my old memories come alive
Take me away and turn back the years
Sing me back home before I die
I recall last Sunday morning a choir from off the streets
Came to sing a few old gospel songs
And I heard him tell the singers, “There’s a song my mama sang
Could I hear it once before you move along?”
Sing me back home, the the song I used to hear
Make my old memories come alive
Take me away and turn back the years
Sing me back home before I die
Won’t you sing me back home, the the song I used to hear
Make my old memories come alive
Take me away and turn back the years
Sing me back home before I die
Sing me back home before I die