Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Don Williams
Writer, Bob McDill, described this country-western song as an apology to his wife. The song was first recorded by Don Williams – often referred to as ‘The Gentle Giant’, and released in 1973. The tune has also been described as ‘country-crossover’.
McDill had originally written this song with reco...
[Verse 1]
I've held it all inward, Lord knows I've tried
It's an awful awakenin' in a country boy's life
To look in the mirror in total surprise
At the hair on your shoulders and the age in your eyes
[Chorus]
Amanda, light of my life
Fate should've made you a gentleman's wife
Amanda, light of my life
Fate should've made you a gentleman's wife
[Verse 2]
Well, a measure of people don't understand
The pleasures of life in a hillbilly band
I got my first guitar when I was fourteen
Now I'm crowding thirty and still wearing jeans
[Chorus]
Amanda, light of my life
Fate should've made you a gentleman's wife
Amanda, light of my life
Fate should've made you a gentleman's wife
Amanda, light of my life
Fate should've made you a gentleman's wife
Amanda, light of my life
Fate should've made you a gentleman's wife
Amanda was written by Bob McDill.
Amanda was produced by Allen Reynolds.