Again
Rick Nelson · It's Up to You [Imperial] [1962]
Again, this couldn't happen again
This is that once in a lifetime
This is the thrill devine.
What's more, this never happened before
Though I have prayed for a lifetime
That such as you would suddenly be mine.
Mine to hold, as I'm holding you now
And yet, never so near
Mine to have when the now and the here disappear
What matters dear.
For when, this doesn't happen again
We'll have this moment forever
But never, never again...
Again - Rick Nelson
Rick Nelson's 1962 recording of "Again" stands as a defining moment in his transition from rock and roll to adult contemporary pop. Released on the Imperial label, the track showcases his signature smooth vocal delivery and sophisticated songwriting, moving away from the raw energy of his earlier Decca hits. The composition, often associated with the "Lonesome Town" era, reflects the polished production style that characterized Nelson's work in the early 1960s. As a staple of his discography, the song exemplifies the blend of romantic balladry and pop sensibility that made him a household name. Its enduring appeal lies in its melodic structure and Nelson's emotive performance, cementing its place in the catalog of classic mid-century American pop music.