As Long as I Live
Hank Locklin · Please Help Me I'm Falling [Bear Family] [1995]
I'll love you dear as long as I live.
It was easy said that night we parted
That we'd forget we had ever met
I haven't forgotten I wonder if you have
Or if your heart's too full of regret.
As long as I live if it be one hour
Or if it be one hundred years
I'll keep remembering forever and ever
I'll love you dear as long as I live.
--- Instrumental ---
I never thought that night we parted
That life alone could be so bad
I know it sounds funny I'll never forget you
The only joy that I've ever had.
As long as I live if it be one hour
Or if it be one hundred years
I'll keep remembering forever and ever
I'll love you dear as long as I live...
As Long as I Live
Hank Locklin's 'As Long as I Live' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery of the honky-tonk and country ballad styles. Recorded on the Please Help Me I'm Falling album, this track showcases Locklin's signature ability to blend traditional storytelling with a rhythmic, danceable groove that defined his era. The song reflects the enduring appeal of his work, which frequently explored themes of love, longing, and the human condition through a distinct, polished delivery. As part of his broader discography, the recording exemplifies the high-quality production standards of the mid-to-late 20th century country music scene, cementing Locklin's reputation as a versatile and respected figure in American roots music.