Last Thing I Needed First Thing This Morning
Willie Nelson · Willie Nelson & Friends: Live and Kickin'
A "past due" bill notice
The alarm clock rang two hours late
The garbage man left all the trash
On the sidewalk
And the hinges fell off of the gate
And this morning at breakfast
I spilled all the coffee
And I opened the door on my knee
But the last thing I needed
The first thing this morning
Was to have you walk out on me
Last night you came home late
And I knew you'd been drinking
By that old mellow look on your face
I thought, "It don't matter
'Cause it's the holiday season"
And you fill such a big empty space
But then I laid down beside you
And I wanted your lovin'
Because your love makes my life complete
But the last thing I needed
The first thing this morning
Was to have you walk out on me
So excuse me for lookin'
Like my world just ended
And excuse me for lookin'
Like I just lost my best friend
And excuse me for livin'
And being forgiving
So just go on if you want to be free
But the last thing I needed
The first thing this morning
Was to have you walk out on me
Last Thing I Needed First Thing This Morning
Willie Nelson's 'Last Thing I Needed First Thing This Morning' captures the weary resilience characteristic of his extensive discography. Recorded for the live album Willie Nelson & Friends: Live and Kickin', the track showcases Nelson's signature phrasing and emotional depth within the country and folk traditions. The song reflects a period where Nelson was refining his unique sound, blending personal heartache with a distinct, laid-back delivery that defined his later career. As part of a performance featuring close collaborators, the recording highlights the communal spirit often found in his live sets. This work stands as a testament to Nelson's ability to convey complex feelings of longing and acceptance through simple, direct songwriting, cementing his status as a pivotal figure in American music history.