About the song
Hank Williams – My Sweet Love Ain’t Around: A Country Ballad of Lost Love
In the annals of country music, few names resonate with the same enduring power as Hank Williams. The undisputed “King of Country Music,” Williams left behind a legacy of heart-wrenching ballads, toe-tapping tunes, and a voice that embodied the very essence of the American South. Among his vast repertoire of hits, “My Sweet Love Ain’t Around” stands out as a poignant masterpiece, a timeless lament for lost love that continues to touch the hearts of listeners across generations.
Released in 1948, “My Sweet Love Ain’t Around” marked Williams’s third single on MGM Records, and it quickly established him as a rising star. The song’s simple yet evocative lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lovesick man yearning for the return of his departed sweetheart. Williams’s plaintive vocals, accompanied by the gentle twang of his guitar, convey a profound sense of longing and despair that resonates deeply with anyone who has ever experienced the pain of lost love.
“My Sweet Love Ain’t Around” is a masterclass in country songwriting. The lyrics are concise and to the point, yet they capture the essence of heartbreak with a raw honesty that is both relatable and moving. Williams’s use of repetition, particularly the repeated phrase “My sweet love ain’t around,” creates a sense of urgency and desperation that underscores the emotional depth of the song.
The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its power to connect with listeners on a personal level. Williams’s ability to express universal human emotions through his music has ensured that his songs remain relevant and beloved decades after his untimely death. “My Sweet Love Ain’t Around” is a prime example of his genius, a song that continues to touch hearts and inspire artists across generations.
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Lyrics
“My Sweet Love Ain’t Around”
Listen to the rain a-fallin’
Can’t you hear that lonesome sound
Oh, my poor old heart is breakin’
‘Cause my sweet love ain’t aroundLord, I think I’ll start to ramble
Got to leave this weary town
This old place is way too lonely
‘Cause my sweet love ain’t aroundOn that train tonight I’m leavin’
And don’t ask me where I’m bound
I can’t stay here any longer
‘Cause my sweet love ain’t aroundMemories come back to haunt me
My dream house has done fell down
This old world is dark around me
‘Cause my sweet love ain’t aroundSomething tells me that I’m losing
‘Cause these weary blues I’ve found
Oh, my baby left this morning
Lord, my sweet love ain’t around