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Funny How Time Slips Away

Willie Nelson

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
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 away?

[Verse 2]
How's your new love?
I hope that he's doing fine
I heard you told him
That you'd love him 'til 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 away?

[Verse 3]
I 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
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Have you ever experienced that incredible sensation of time slipping away? It's fascinating how we can be so consumed by the present moment and yet, when we look back, it feels like only a blink of an eye has passed. This theme is beautifully explored in the timeless song "Funny How Time Slips Away" by the legendary Willie Nelson. Originally written in 1961 for Patsy Cline, this ballad encompasses Nelson's unique blend of country and soul, showcasing his distinctive style and thought-provoking lyrics.

About Funny How Time Slips Away

Willie Nelson penned "Funny How Time Slips Away" with the intention of it being performed by Patsy Cline, one of the few Nashville artists who truly understood his artistic vision. During the early years of his career, Nelson faced challenges as his unconventional sound and phrasing were considered too offbeat and noncommercial for the mainstream country music scene.

Nelson himself recollects his early experiences in Nashville, noting, "I enjoyed