Don't Forget Me
Marianne Faithfull · 20th Century Blues [1997]
Keep your feet warm,
Keep your clothes on
And don't forget me.
Keep the memory,
But keep your powder dry, too.
In the summer
By the pool side
While the fireflies
Are all around me,
I'll miss you when I'm lonely,
I'll miss the alimony, too.
Don't forget me, please don't forget me,
Make it easy on me just for a little while.
You know I'll think about you,
Let me know you think about me, too.
When we're older
And full of cancer
It doesn't matter now,
Come on, get happy,
'Cause nothing lasts forever,
And I will always love you.
Don't forget me, please don't forget me,
Make it easy on me just for a little while.
You know I'll think about you,
Let me know you think about me, too.
You know I'll think about you,
Let me know you think about me, too.
Don't Forget Me
Marianne Faithfull's "Don't Forget Me" appears on her 1997 compilation "20th Century Blues," a collection that revisits her extensive career spanning from her early rock and roll days to her later jazz and soul explorations. The track exemplifies her signature vocal style, characterized by a haunting, emotive delivery that often blends vulnerability with a distinct rasp. While the song does not feature the famous "Ruby Tuesday" melody, it shares the melancholic introspection found throughout her discography, reflecting themes of longing and emotional resilience. Faithfull's ability to convey deep feeling through minimal instrumentation remains a hallmark of her work, making this recording a poignant addition to her catalog of classic songs.