Once a Day
Bill Anderson · The First 10 Years: 1956-1966 [2011]
When you found somebody new
I thought I never would forget you
For I thought then I never could
But time has taken all the pains away
Until now I'm down to hurtin' once a day.
Once a day, all day long
And once a night from dusk till dawn
The only time I wish you weren't gone
Is once a day, every day, all day long.
--- Instrumental ---
I'm so glad that I'm not like a man I knew one time
He lost the one he loved then slowly lost his mind
He sat around and cried his life away
Lucky me, I'm only crying once a day
Once a day, all day long
And once a night from dusk till dawn
The only time I wish you weren't gone
Is once a day, every day, all day long.
Once a day, every day, all day long...
Once a Day
Bill Anderson stands as a defining figure in country music, renowned for his smooth vocal delivery and masterful songwriting. This recording, featured on the compilation The First 10 Years: 1956-1966, captures the artist during a formative period of his career. Anderson's work from this era helped establish the polished, narrative-driven sound that would come to define the Nashville style. As a prolific songwriter, he often penned tracks that blended traditional country instrumentation with accessible melodies, creating a body of work that resonated deeply with audiences. This track exemplifies his ability to craft emotionally resonant music that balances personal storytelling with broad appeal. The song remains a testament to his enduring influence on the genre and his significant contribution to the country music canon during the mid-twentieth century.