About The Song
Conway Twitty needs no introduction to fans of country music. With his smooth, expressive voice and a string of hits that spanned decades, Twitty was one of the most popular and successful country singers of all time. One of his signature songs, “Linda On My Mind,” is a prime example of his talent and the enduring appeal of countrypolitan music.
Released in 1975, “Linda On My Mind” was written by Twitty himself. The song tells the story of a man who is torn between his love for his wife and his attraction to another woman named Linda. The song’s lyrics are simple but powerful, and Twitty’s vocal performance is both passionate and heartbreaking.
“Linda On My Mind” was a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. It also crossed over to the pop charts, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song won Twitty a Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004.
The song’s success can be attributed to a number of factors. First, Twitty’s songwriting is masterful. The lyrics are simple but effective, telling a relatable story of love, loss, and longing. Second, Twitty’s vocal performance is simply stunning. He sings with a passion and conviction that is both believable and emotionally resonant. Finally, the song’s production is perfect, with lush orchestration and a driving rhythm that perfectly complements the song’s emotional tone.
“Linda On My Mind” is a classic countrypolitan ballad that has stood the test of time. It is a song of love, loss, and longing that is both relatable and emotionally resonant. Twitty’s songwriting, vocal performance, and the song’s production are all top-notch, making “Linda On My Mind” a true masterpiece of country music.
If you’re a fan of country music, or simply great music in general, then you need to hear “Linda On My Mind.” It is a song that will stay with you long after you’ve heard it.
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Now I’m lying here with Linda on my mindAnd next to me, my soon to be, the one I left behind And Lord, it’s killing me to see her crying She knows I’m lying here beside her With Linda on my mindYes, I know that I once loved herAnd I placed no one above her And I never thought, I’d ever set her free But it just wasn’t in my plan, the way Linda squeezed my hand The first time that I held her close as she danced with meShe said I’ve loved you for a long timeBut you’re married to a friend of mine And I tried hard to never let it show But my love for you is stronger, I can’t hide it any longer And so I thought I’d better let you knowNow, I’m lying here with Linda on my mindAnd next to me, my soon to be, the one I left behind And Lord, it’s killing me to see her crying She knows I’m lying here beside her With Linda on my mind