About the song
There are certain voices in music that carry a wisdom deeper than words, and Willie Nelson’s is undoubtedly one of them. With his signature blend of warmth, grit, and timeless soul, Willie takes on George Harrison’s reflective classic “All Things Must Pass” in a way that feels both reverent and personal. This isn’t just another cover; it’s an intimate meditation on the inevitability of change and the fleeting nature of life, themes that resonate even more profoundly in the twilight of a long and storied career like Willie’s.
Originally penned by Harrison for his iconic 1970 album of the same name, “All Things Must Pass” has always been more than just a song—it’s a poignant reminder of life’s impermanence, wrapped in a melody that soothes as much as it stirs. Willie, with his weathered tone and unhurried phrasing, brings a uniquely grounded perspective to the track. His voice, carrying decades of triumphs, losses, and hard-won wisdom, transforms the song into something deeply personal—a conversation between the past, the present, and the eternal.
Accompanied by sparse, tender instrumentation that lets the lyrics breathe, Willie’s rendition feels like a quiet moment of reflection under a wide-open Texas sky. It’s not flashy or overproduced; instead, it invites you to sit still, listen, and ponder life’s ebb and flow. Whether you’re revisiting this classic or hearing it for the first time through Willie’s lens, “All Things Must Pass” is a gentle reminder to embrace change and find peace in the impermanence of it all.
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Lyrics
Sunrise doesn’t last all morning
A cloudburst doesn’t last all day
Seems my love is up and has left you with no warning
It’s not always gonna be this gray
All things must pass
All things must pass away
Sunset doesn’t last all evening
The moon can blow the clouds away
After all this my love is up and must be leaving
It’s not always gonna be this gray
All things must pass
All things must pass away
All things must pass
None of life’s strings can last
So I guess I’ll be on my way
To face another day
Now the darkness only stays the nighttime
In the morning it will fade away
Daylight is good at arriving at the right time
It’s not always gonna be this gray
All things must pass
All things must pass away
All things must pass
All things must pass away
So I guess I’ll be on my way
To face another day
