Seeing Her Only Reminded Me Of You
Porter Wagoner · Thin Man From the West Plains (Bear Family) [1993]
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
A girl walked by don't know her name
Caught my eye but I'm not to blame
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
Carried me back to old memories
Carried me back to what used to be
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
I went to my room, oh, how I cried
Found memories that I thought that I'd died
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
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I went to my room, oh, how I cried
Found memories that I thought that I'd died
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
A girl walked by don't know her name
Caught my eye but I'm not to blame
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
Carried me back to old memories
Carried me back to what used to be
Seeing you only reminded me of you.
I went to my room, oh, how I cried
Found memories that I thought that I'd died
Seeing you only reminded me of you...
Seeing Her Only Reminded Me Of You
Porter Wagoner's 'Seeing Her Only Reminded Me Of You' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery of the honky-tonk and country ballad styles. Recorded for the album Thin Man From the West Plains, the track showcases Wagoner's signature vocal delivery, characterized by its raw emotion and rhythmic swagger that defined the genre during the 1960s and 1970s. The song explores themes of heartbreak and the lingering impact of a lost love, utilizing a traditional acoustic arrangement that highlights the storytelling nature of country music. As part of Wagoner's extensive discography, this recording reflects his ability to blend personal narrative with the broader cultural context of American country music, resonating with listeners who appreciate the genre's focus on authentic emotional expression and classic songwriting structures.