A Memory Like I'm Going To Be

Tanya Tucker · Other Songs - Tanya Tucker

I can hear you smilin' on the phone,

bet you thought that I'd be cryin'..

Go on and tell yourself I done you wrong,

but we both know you'll be lyin'..

You don't have to have a reason,

if your heart is set on leavin'..



You'll remember on some rainy day,

a little simple word or thought,

or a birthday card I bought..

Just surrender, cause you can't get away,

you never can be free

from a memory like I'm gonna be..



That greener grass you think you see,

is just a high heeled illusion..

Better count the cost of being free,

is it worth all that you're losing..

It may be over, but it's not ending,

'cause there's one thing you're forgetting..



You'll remember on some rainy day,

little things we used to do,

like that night in Baton Rouge

Just surrender, cause you can't get away,

you never can be free

from a memory like I'm gonna be..



When it all comes back someday,

don't be surprised on some lonely night

When you close your eyes..



oh rainy rainy rainy



Just surrender, cause you can't get away..

You never can be free

From a memory like I'm gonna be..

About A Memory Like I'm Going To Be

{Tanya Tucker's "A Memory Like I'm Going To Be" stands as a poignant example of her signature country storytelling, blending her distinctive vocal range with themes of nostalgia and personal reflection. Recorded during her prolific era in the late 1990s, the track exemplifies the genre's ability to explore complex emotions through narrative songwriting. Tucker's delivery, characterized by its raw authenticity and emotional depth, became a hallmark of her discography, resonating with audiences who appreciate the human element in country music. The song reflects a broader trend in her work where intimate memories serve as a vehicle for discussing universal experiences of loss and longing. As part of her extensive catalog, the recording maintains her reputation as a versatile artist capable of navigating both upbeat and deeply melancholic territories, cementing her status as a significant figure in modern country music history.