About the song

There’s a quiet kind of magic in Don Williams – I’ll Be Here in the Morning, a song that carries the warmth and sincerity that made Williams one of country music’s most beloved voices. This track, a cover of the classic Townes Van Zandt song, is a perfect example of why Williams’ music continues to resonate across generations. With his signature laid-back delivery, effortless charm, and deep, velvety voice, he transforms this folk-inspired ballad into something deeply personal and comforting.

I’ll Be Here in the Morning is, at its core, a love song wrapped in the simplicity that defines great storytelling. The lyrics paint a picture of devotion, a promise given in the quiet hours before dawn. There’s no grand declaration, no overly dramatic sentiment—just the steady, unwavering reassurance of someone who intends to keep their word. This is where Don Williams’ brilliance as a performer shines. He never needed to force emotion into a song; instead, his gentle phrasing and natural warmth allow the listener to feel the depth of his words in the most unassuming way.

Musically, Don Williams – I’ll Be Here in the Morning stays true to his signature style—soft acoustic guitar, light percussion, and an arrangement that gives the lyrics space to breathe. There’s an intimacy to the song, as if it’s being sung in a quiet room to just one person. Williams had a unique gift for making his music feel personal, and that’s exactly what makes this song so special. Whether you’re listening alone on a peaceful evening or sharing it with someone close, it carries a sense of comfort and quiet devotion that lingers long after the final notes fade.

For longtime fans of Don Williams, this song is another reminder of why his music endures. And for those discovering him for the first time, I’ll Be Here in the Morning is a beautiful introduction to an artist who understood that sometimes, the softest songs hold the greatest power.

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Lyrics

There’s no stronger wind than
The one that blows
Down a lonesome railroad line
No prettier sight than looking back
On a town you left behind
There is nothin’ that’s as real
As a love that’s in my mind
Close your eyes i’ll be here in the morning
Close your eyes i’ll be here for a while
There’s lots of things along the road
I’d surely like to see
I’d like to lean into the wind
And tell myself I’m free
But your softest whisper’s louder
Than the highways call to me
Close your eyes i’ll be here in the morning
Close your eyes i’ll be here for a while
All the mountains and the rivers
And the valleys can’t compare
To your blue lit dancin’ eyes
And yellow shining hair
I could never hit the open road
And leave you layin’ there
Close your eyes i’ll be here in the morning
Close your eyes i’ll be here for a while
Lay your head back easy, love
Close your cryin’ eyes
I’ll be layin’ here beside you
When the sun comes on the rise
I’ll stay as long as the cuckoo wails
And the lonesome bluejay cries
Close your eyes i’ll be here in the morning
Close your eyes i’ll be here for a while