Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain (Album Version) Lyrics
Willie Nelson
Lyrics
In the twilight glow I see her
Blue eyes crying in the rain
When we kissed goodbye and parted
I knew we'd never meet again
Love is like a dying ember
Only memories remain
Through the ages I remember
Someday when we meet up yonder
We'll stroll hand in hand again
In a land that knows no parting
Song & Lyrics Facts
Willie Nelson's classic song "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" was released on his 1975 album Red Headed Stranger. The genre of the song is country, and it was written by Fred Rose.
Willie Nelson performed all vocals and guitar parts for the song, accompanied by Grady Martin (guitar), Bob Moore (bass), Hargus Robbins (piano) and Buddy Harman (drums). The lyrics of "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" tell a timeless tale of lost love and regret, with its simple yet evocative imagery making it one of Nelson's most beloved songs. According to Rolling Stone magazine, the song has been covered more than 100 times since its release, including versions by Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison. It was also featured prominently in the 2005 film Brokeback Mountain, earning Nelson an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song.