About the song
There’s something undeniably poignant about two seasoned legends revisiting a classic, breathing new life into a song that has already stood the test of time. When Willie Nelson and Carole King join forces for “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow,” they’re not just covering a song—they’re reflecting on its meaning from a perspective only decades of experience can bring.
Originally written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin in 1960 and famously recorded by The Shirelles, this song has remained one of the most emotionally resonant ballads in popular music. Its themes of love, vulnerability, and uncertainty have been explored by countless artists over the years, but hearing King herself revisit her own composition alongside Nelson, with his signature phrasing and world-weary warmth, adds an entirely new dimension.
Willie Nelson’s voice, with its trademark unhurried delivery and gentle rasp, brings a sense of quiet contemplation, transforming the song into something almost conversational. He’s not just asking the question—he’s genuinely searching for the answer. Carole King, whose voice has grown richer with time, adds a knowing depth to the melody. There’s a warmth in her delivery, but also a kind of wisdom, as if she understands the weight of the song in a way that only decades of living and loving can reveal.
Together, Nelson and King strip the song down to its emotional core. Their duet isn’t about youthful insecurity anymore; it’s about love’s endurance, the fear of impermanence, and the hope that affection can outlast the fleeting moments of passion. It’s a stunning reimagining of a classic, filled with quiet beauty and deep feeling—proof that some songs, much like great artists, only get better with age.
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Lyrics
Tonight you’re mine, completely
You give your soul so sweetly
Tonight the light of love is in your eyes
But will you love me tomorrow
Is this a lasting treasure
Or just a moment’s pleasure
Can I believe the magic in your sighs
And will you still love me tomorrow
Tonight with words unspoken
You say that I’m the only one
But will my heart be broken
When the night meets the morning sun
I’d like to know if your love
Is a love I can be sure of
So tell me now and I won’t ask again
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow
