About the song
George Jones was an American country music singer-songwriter known for his distinctive voice and his long string of hit songs. He was one of the most popular and influential country music artists of all time.
“I’m Not Ready Yet” is a song written by T.T. Hall and recorded by George Jones. It was released in 1974 as the second single from his album The Grand Tour. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and became one of Jones’s signature songs.
The song is a ballad about a man who is facing death. He sings about how he is not ready to die and how he still has things he wants to do with his life. He also sings about how he is afraid of what might happen to him after he dies.
The song’s lyrics are simple but powerful. They capture the fear and uncertainty of facing death. Jones’s voice is full of emotion as he sings the song. He conveys the man’s fear, sadness, and hope.
“I’m Not Ready Yet” is a moving and powerful song that has resonated with listeners for generations. It is a song about death, but it is also a song about life. It is a reminder that we should cherish every moment we have and live our lives to the fullest.
Here are some additional details about the song:
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Written by: T.T. Hall
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Recorded by: George Jones
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Released: 1974
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Album: The Grand Tour
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Genre: Country music
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B-side: “Treasure of Love”
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Chart performance:
- Billboard Hot Country Singles: number one
- Billboard Hot 100: number 43
“I’m Not Ready Yet” has been covered by many artists, including:
- Tammy Wynette
- Don Williams
- Alan Jackson
- Brad Paisley
The song has also been used in several films and television shows, including:
- The Big Lebowski (1998)
- The Sopranos (2000)
- Six Feet Under (2005)
“I’m Not Ready Yet” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time. It is a powerful and moving song that will continue to resonate with listeners for years to come.
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Lyrics
“I’m Not Ready Yet”
I’ve always said someday
I was gonna leave you
Some April when all the land is wet
Some spring, summer, fall or maybe winter
I’ll leave someday but I’m not ready yetI know I should of left the day
I knew your love was dying
But I passed up every date
That I ever set
But I know I’ll leave
When my heart tells me it’s ready
But I’m still around, but I’m not ready yetYou know I must have left you
A hundred times but you don’t know that
‘Cause I was afraid you’d laugh
When you found out just how far I’d get
But you didn’t, and you don’t
I know you ain’t gonna ever
And someday I’ll go, but I’m not ready yetI know I should of left the day
I knew your love was dying
But I passed up every date
That I ever set
But I know I’ll leave
When my heart tells me Lord willing
But I’m still around, but I’m not ready yet
But I’m still around, ‘Cause I’m not ready yet