40 Willie Nelson Quotes And Song Lyrics To Inspire You

Check out the best Willie Nelson quotes and song lyrics, which reflect his profound wisdom on life, love, happiness, music, and more.

Willie Nelson is a legendary American singer, songwriter, actor, and activist who has become iconic in country music and American culture.

Known for his distinctive voice, heartfelt lyrics, and laid-back charisma, Nelson has inspired audiences with his talent and authenticity.

Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas, Nelson began his career in the 1950s, but he truly rose to prominence in the 1970s with the release of albums like Shotgun Willie, Red Headed Stranger, and Stardust.

These albums helped define the “outlaw country” movement and pushed the audience towards the raw style of country music.

Beyond his musical achievements, Nelson has acted in over 30 films, co-authored several books, and is well known for his philanthropic efforts and activism.

He co-founded Farm Aid in 1985 to support struggling farmers and has been a dedicated advocate for environmental sustainability and animal rights.

Nelson’s passion for music, commitment to philanthropy, and unwavering authenticity have made him a beloved and iconic figure in American culture.

Dive into the most famous Willie Nelson quotes and song lyrics that inspire you to embrace life with open arms and a fearless spirit.

Top 10 Willie Nelson Quotes

1. “What goes around, comes around.” — Willie Nelson     

   
2. “It doesn’t hurt to feel sad from time to time.” — Willie Nelson

   

3. “Freedom is control in your own life.” — Willie Nelson       

   

4. “Be here. Be present. Wherever you are, be there.” — Willie Nelson     

   

5. “You will never find happiness until you stop looking for it.” — Willie Nelson  

   

6. “The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.” — Willie Nelson 

   

7. “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” — Willie Nelson       

   

8. “There is only one map to the journey of life and it lives within your heart.” — Willie Nelson

   

9. “I believe that all roads lead to the same place – and that is wherever all roads lead to.” — Willie Nelson  

   

10. “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” — Willie Nelson 

    

Best Willie Nelson Quotes

1. “Fortunately, we are not in control.” — Willie Nelson
2. “Just can’t wait to get on the road again.” — Willie Nelson
3. “The life I love is making music with my friends.” — Willie Nelson
4. “Love is like a dying ember, only memories remain.” — Willie Nelson
5. “Be gentle with your words – you can’t take them back.” — Willie Nelson
6. “You know why divorces are so expensive? They’re worth it.” — Willie Nelson
7. “When you put your life in a good place, good things follow.” — Willie Nelson
8. “Three chords and the truth – that’s what a country song is.” — Willie Nelson
9. “You’ll never get ahead by blaming your problems on other people.” — Willie Nelson
10. “If you really want to get along with somebody, let them be themselves.” — Willie Nelson
11. “If you can be content right now, then you’ll always be content, because it’s always right now.” — Willie Nelson
12. “The biggest killer on the planet is stress and I still think the best medicine is and always has been cannabis.” — Willie Nelson
13. “Ninety-nine percent of the world’s lovers are not with their first choice. That’s what makes the jukebox play.” — Willie Nelson
14. “I live one day at a time, one day at a time. Yesterday’s gone and tomorrow is blind, so I live one day at a time.” — Willie Nelson
15. “We create our own unhappiness. The purpose of suffering is to help us understand we are the ones who cause it.” — Willie Nelson
16. “In the twilight glow I see her, blue eyes crying in the rain. As we kissed goodbye and parted, I knew we’d never meet again.” — Willie Nelson
17. “Don’t try to change anybody. And they should let you be yourself, ‘You loved me when you met me, so let’s keep going!” — Willie Nelson
18. “My doctor tells me I should start slowing it down – but there are more old drunks than there are old doctors so let’s all have another round.” — Willie Nelson
19. “Cruelty is all out of ignorance. If you knew what was in store for you, you wouldn’t hurt anybody, because whatever you do comes back much more forceful than you send it out.” — Willie Nelson
20. “Well the country songs themselves are three-chord stories, ballads which are mostly sad. If you are already feeling sorry for yourself when you listen to them they will take you to an even sadder place.” — Willie Nelson

Famous Willie Nelson Song Lyrics

1. “Those happy hours I spent with you That lovely afterglow Most of all I miss you so.” — Willie Nelson, (I Miss You So)
2. “Because of you there’s a song in my heart because of you my romance had its start.” — Willie Nelson, (Because Of You)
3. “I really can’t stay Baby, it’s cold outside I’ve got to go away But baby, it’s cold outside.” — Willie Nelson, (Baby It’s Cold Outside)
4. “You made me leave my happy home You took my love and now you’re gone Since I fell for you.” — Willie Nelson, (Since I Fell For You)
5. “Maybe I didn’t love you Quite as often as I could have Maybe I didn’t treat you Quite as good as I should have.” — Willie Nelson, (Always On My Mind)
6. “I could show the world how to smile I could be glad all of the while I could change the gray skies to blue If I had you.” — Willie Nelson, (If I Had You)
7. “No one to talk with, all by myself No one to walk with but I’m happy on the shelf Ain’t misbehavin’, savin’ my love for you.” — Willie Nelson, (Ain’t Misbehavin)
8. “I’m gonna love you like nobody’s loved you Come rain or come shine High as a mountain, deep as a river Come rain or come shine.” — Willie Nelson, (Come Rain Or Come Shine)
9. “Fly me to the moon And let me play among the stars And let me know what spring is like On Jupiter and Mars In other words, hold my hand In other words, darling kiss me.” — Willie Nelson, (Fly Me To The Moon)
10. “I have often walked down this street before But the pavement always stayed beneath my feet before All at once am I several stories high Knowing I’m on the street where you live.” — Willie Nelson, (On The Street Where You Live)

Conclusion

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