About the song
“Forever and Ever, Amen” by Randy Travis is a timeless classic in the world of country music. Released in 1987 as the lead single from his album “Always & Forever,” this song quickly captured the hearts of listeners with its heartfelt lyrics and Travis’s rich, warm voice. Written by songwriters Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz, the song is a beautiful ode to eternal love, expressing a commitment that lasts “forever and ever, amen.”
Randy Travis, known for his distinctive baritone voice and traditional country style, brought a sense of authenticity and emotion to the song that resonated deeply with fans. “Forever and Ever, Amen” topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for three weeks, becoming one of his most iconic hits and a staple at weddings and romantic occasions.
The success of “Forever and Ever, Amen” played a significant role in the resurgence of traditional country music in the late 1980s. The song not only earned Randy Travis a Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Song but also helped solidify his place as one of the leading voices in country music during that era. The album “Always & Forever” itself was a commercial success, further establishing Travis’s career.
With its simple yet profound lyrics, “Forever and Ever, Amen” speaks to the enduring nature of true love. It remains a beloved song among country music fans and continues to be celebrated for its sincerity and timeless appeal. Randy Travis’s performance of this song showcases his remarkable talent and continues to leave a lasting impact on listeners, proving that genuine expressions of love and commitment never go out of style.
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Lyrics
You may think that I’m talkin’ foolish
You’ve heard that I’m wild and I’m free
You may wonder how I can promise you now
This love that I feel for you always will be
But you’re not just time that I’m killin’
I’m no longer one of those guys
As sure as I live, this love that I give
Is gonna be yours until the day that I die
Oh, baby, I’m gonna love you forever
Forever and ever amen
As long as old men sit and talk about the weather
As long as old women sit and talk about old men
If you wonder how long I’ll be faithful
I’ll be happy to tell you again
I’m gonna love you forever and ever
Forever and ever, amen
They say time takes its toll on a body
Makes the young girls brown hair turn gray
But honey, I don’t care, I ain’t in love with your hair
And if it all fell out, well, I’d love you anyway
They say time can play tricks on a memory
Make people forget things they knew
Well, it’s easy to see, it’s happenin’ to me
I’ve already forgotten every woman but you
Oh, darlin’, I’m gonna love you forever
Forever and ever amen
As long as old men sit and talk about the weather
As long as old women sit and talk about old men
If you wonder how long I’ll be faithful
Well, just listen to how this song ends
I’m gonna love you forever and ever
Forever and ever, amen
I’m gonna love you forever and ever
Forever and ever, forever and ever
Forever and ever, amen