Willie Nelson, 91, Uncovers Forgotten Song Beneath Oak Tree—Fans Stunned by Rainy Night Secret

People still think that at 91, Willie Nelson spends his time only on music, family, and wandering across America with his legendary guitar, Trigger. Yet one rainy day back at his Texas ranch, Willie shocked even those closest to him.

He shared that he had stumbled upon an old wooden box, long forgotten beneath the oak tree near his porch. Inside, along with yellowed letters and time-worn photographs, was a handwritten song that had never been revealed. Willie smiled and said:

Willie Nelson—the man who sings of freedom, longing, and love—may have just reminded us of something profound: sometimes, music is not only to share with the world, but also a way to preserve the deepest secrets of the heart.

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Maybe I didn’t love you
Quite as often as I could have
And maybe I didn’t treat you
Quite as good as I should have
If I made you feel second best
Girl, I’m sorry I was blind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
And maybe I didn’t hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
I guess I never told you
I’m so happy that you’re mine
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
But you were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
Tell me
Tell me that your sweet love hasn’t died
And give me
Give me one more chance to keep you satisfied
I’ll keep you satisfied
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
But you were always on my mind (you were always on my mind)
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind (you were always on my mind)
You were always on my mind