Lyrics
THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST TO ME
The singer reflects on what holds the greatest significance in their life.
WRITERS DON PITTMAN, BILL TAYLOR, THOMAS LAVERNE
Credits to the songwriters Don Pittman, Bill Taylor, and Thomas Laverne.
Yes there are many precious mem'ries that I'd like to recall
The singer acknowledges numerous cherished memories they would like to remember.
And there are some things that I would surely like to forget
There are certain experiences the singer wishes to forget.
I've been up Lord I've been down and sometimes just in between
Expresses the ups and downs in life, with moments of uncertainty.
But you know something neighbors I haven't reached to my highest mountain yet
Despite challenges, the singer feels there's more to achieve in life.
Yes I know Gods bless me time and time and time and time again
Gratitude for repeated blessings from God throughout time.
And these blessings for exceeding my deepest woe
Recognition of blessings surpassing deep sorrows.
I've had the help of loved ones and many friends who stood by me
Acknowledgment of support from loved ones and friends in difficult times.
And without their favor I would have given up a long long time ago
Without this support, the singer might have given up long ago.
I remember my boyhood days back in Faraday Louisiana
Nostalgia for the singer's boyhood days in Faraday, Louisiana.
The long hot summer and that cool Louisiana rain
Recollection of the long, hot summer and refreshing Louisiana rain.
You know sometimes I wish I could go back and relive yesterday
Expresses a desire to relive the past, especially the days of being a child.
Oh Lord and for a while be mama's little boy again
A longing to momentarily return to the carefree days of being a mother's little boy.
You know folks the things that matter most in this old world money just can't buy
Emphasizes that the most important things in life cannot be bought with money.
Sweet love precious mem'ries that will live on and on and on
Lists the enduring values of sweet love and precious memories.
And I remember Lord when I stumble sometimes fall I wonder why
Reflection on moments of stumbling and falling, questioning the reasons behind them.
Then I'll then I'll never never never walk alone
Despite challenges, the singer believes they are not alone.
Yes these are the things that matter most to me
Reiterates that the most valuable things are intangible and meaningful.
Precious mem'ries from your friend Jerry Lee
Conclusion with a personal message, signing off as Jerry Lee.
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