About the song
Introducing the poignant ballad “Sing Me Back Home” by the incomparable Merle Haggard. This timeless piece of country music storytelling is a testament to Haggard’s gift for capturing the essence of human emotion in song. Released as part of his 1967 album of the same name, “Sing Me Back Home” quickly climbed the charts, peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
Written by Merle Haggard himself, “Sing Me Back Home” weaves a tale of love, loss, and longing, drawing listeners into its narrative with heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melodies. The song follows the journey of a condemned prisoner on death row, yearning for solace and redemption as he awaits his fate. Through its evocative storytelling and Haggard’s emotive delivery, “Sing Me Back Home” transcends the confines of genre, resonating with audiences far and wide.
Merle Haggard’s unparalleled artistry shines through in every note of “Sing Me Back Home,” cementing its status as a classic within the country music canon. With its universal themes of love, loss, and the human condition, the song continues to captivate listeners decades after its initial release.
So, whether you’re a longtime fan of Merle Haggard or just discovering the magic of classic country music, “Sing Me Back Home” invites you on a journey through the depths of the human soul. Allow yourself to be transported by the timeless beauty of this iconic ballad and experience the enduring legacy of one of country music’s greatest storytellers.
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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 ‘cross the street
Came to sing a few old gospel songs
And I heard him tell the singers
There’s a song my mama sang
Can I hear once before we move along?
Sing me back home, the song my mama sang
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