I'll Forgive But I'll Never Forget

Don Williams · Visions [1977]

It wasn't easy and I know it

You'd been alone much too long

I had a job and places to go

But I'd rather been right there at home



He had the time he could give you

When your lips could never find mine

And our little home was paying the price

Of love left on the vine.



(Chorus)

Forgiveness is something

I guess that comes with time

But even at best, there's one thing I know

I'll forgive, but I'll never forget.



(Instrumental Refrain)



I guess when it's over it's over

And your time is no longer mine

But I never meant to cause all the pain

I just wanted your love for mine.



(Repeat Chorus)