Less of Me
Bobby Bare · This I Believe [RCA Victor] [1966]
(Glen Campbell)
Mhmm, hmm, let me be a little kinder, let me be a little blinder
To the faults of those about me, let me praise a little more
Let me be when I am weary just a little bit more cheery
Think a little more of others and a little less of me.
Mhmm. hmm. let me be a little braver when temptation bids me waver
Let me strive a little harder to be all that I should be
Let me be a little meeker with my brother who is weaker
Think a little more of others and a little less of me.
Mhmm, hmm, let me be when I am weary just a little bit more cheery
Let me serve a little better those that I am striving for
Let me be a little meeker with the brother who is weaker
Think a little more of others and a little less of me. mhmm, hmm...
Mhmm, hmm, let me be a little kinder, let me be a little blinder
To the faults of those about me, let me praise a little more
Let me be when I am weary just a little bit more cheery
Think a little more of others and a little less of me.
Mhmm. hmm. let me be a little braver when temptation bids me waver
Let me strive a little harder to be all that I should be
Let me be a little meeker with my brother who is weaker
Think a little more of others and a little less of me.
Mhmm, hmm, let me be when I am weary just a little bit more cheery
Let me serve a little better those that I am striving for
Let me be a little meeker with the brother who is weaker
Think a little more of others and a little less of me. mhmm, hmm...
Less of Me
Bobby Bare's 1966 recording of "Less of Me" stands as a poignant example of his mastery of country balladry. Released on the album "This I Believe," the track showcases Bare's signature vocal style, characterized by a warm, resonant tone and a delivery that balances melancholy with resilience. The song reflects themes of personal introspection and the quiet struggles of life, resonating deeply within the folk and country traditions of the mid-1960s. As part of his discography, this recording highlights Bare's ability to craft intimate narratives that connect with listeners through shared human experiences, cementing his reputation as a storyteller in the genre.