Remember When

Alan Jackson · Now That's What I Call Country Ballads [2012]

(Alan Jackson)



Remember when I was young and so were you

And time stood still and love was all we knew

You were the first, so was I

We made love and then you cried

Remember when?



Remember when we vowed the vows, and walked the walk

Gave our hearts, made the start, and it was hard

We lived and learned, life threw curves

There was joy, there was hurt

Remember when?



Remember when old ones died and new were born

And life was changed, disassembled, rearranged

We came together, fell apart

And broke each others hearts

Remember when?



--- Instrumental ---



Remember when the sound of little feet, was the music we danced to week to week

Brought back the love, we found trust

Vowed we never give it up

Remember when?



Remember when thirty seemed so old

Now lookin' back, its just a steppin' stone

To where we are, where we've been

Said we do it all again

Remember when?



Remember when we said when we turn gray

When the children grow up and move away

We won't be sad, we'll be glad

For all the life we've had

And we'll remember when.



Remember when?



Remember when?...

Remember When - Alan Jackson

Alan Jackson's 'Remember When' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery of acoustic storytelling within the country genre. Recorded for the compilation 'Now That's What I Call Country Ballads,' the track exemplifies his signature style, blending traditional instrumentation with heartfelt lyrics that explore themes of nostalgia and the passage of time. As a staple of his discography, the song resonates deeply with audiences who appreciate his ability to craft relatable narratives about life's milestones. The recording captures the warmth and sincerity characteristic of Jackson's work, cementing his status as a leading figure in modern country music who honors the tradition of the ballad while appealing to contemporary listeners.