Wells' success in the 1950s and 1960s was so enormous that she still ranks as the sixth most successful female vocalist in the history of the Billboard country charts according to historian Joel Whitburn's book "The Top 40 Country Hits", behind Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, Reba McEntire, Tammy Wynette, and Tanya Tucker. Wells was the third country music artist, behind Roy Acuff and Hank Williams, to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1991 as well as being the seventh woman and first Caucasian woman to receive the honor. In 1976, she was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Pick Me Up On Your Way Down
Kitty Wells Lyrics
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And you've never once looked back at your home across the track
You're the gossip of the town but my heart can still be found
Where you tossed it on the ground pick me up on your way down
Pick me up on your way down when you're blue and all alone
When their glamour starts to bore you come on back where you belong
You may be their pride and joy but they'll find another toy
They have changed your attitude made you haughty and so rude
Your new friends can take the blame underneath you're still the same
When you've learned these things are true I'll be waiting here for you
As you tumble to the ground pick me up on your way down
Pick me up on your way down...
Pick me up on your way down when you're blue and all alone
When their glamour starts to bore you come on back where you belong
You may be their pride and joy but they'll find another toy
Then they'll take away your crown pick me up on your way down
In “Pick Me Up On Your Way Down,” Kitty Wells sings about a man she used to love who has now become a prominent member of society. The man has forgotten where he came from and is no longer interested in his humble roots. The singer is still in love with him, and she pleads with him to remember her when life gets tough. She tells him that he may be the “pride and joy” of his new friends, but they will eventually turn on him and “take away” his “crown.” When that happens, she asks him to “pick me up on your way down.”
The song is a poignant reminder that no matter how high people rise, they should not forget their roots or the people they left behind. The singer is willing to forgive the man for abandoning her and to take him back into her life. She hopes that he will also remember their love and come back to her when he needs her the most.
Overall, “Pick Me Up On Your Way Down” is a touching song of love and forgiveness. The singer’s voice is filled with emotion as she recounts her love story with the man and begs him to remember her. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and they capture the essence of true love and loyalty.
Line by Line Meaning
You were mine for just a while now you're puttin' on the style
You used to be with me, now you're trying to be fancy
And you've never once looked back at your home across the track
You've forgotten where you came from and the people who helped you get there
You're the gossip of the town but my heart can still be found
Everyone's talking about you, but my love for you is still strong
Where you tossed it on the ground pick me up on your way down
You broke my heart, but if you ever fall from grace, come back to me
Pick me up on your way down when you're blue and all alone
When you're feeling sad and lonely, remember me
When their glamour starts to bore you come on back where you belong
When all the flashy things lose their appeal, return to what's important
You may be their pride and joy but they'll find another toy
They may like you now, but they'll move on to someone else eventually
Then they'll take away your crown pick me up on your way down
When you're no longer on top, I'll still be here for you
They have changed your attitude made you haughty and so rude
Your new friends have influenced you to become arrogant and unpleasant
Your new friends can take the blame underneath you're still the same
Although your behavior has changed, deep down you're still the same person
When you've learned these things are true I'll be waiting here for you
Once you realize the truth, that you belong with me, I'll be here waiting
As you tumble to the ground pick me up on your way down
When you hit rock bottom, I'll be here to pick you up
Contributed by Julian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Edward Rhein
I'm 57 and remember back in the 70's when my Daddy brought the Country Album Home that had Miss Kitty Wells singing this Song! ❤ "Memories!"
Sandman247
I love this song. Thanks
Alexa Herrera
Thanks for posting this. Wonderful version.
Sherry Murphy
This is what country music is all about.
Idle Time
Wounderful.
Jim Danger
WHAT YEAR??? God damn, i wish people would put basic info with this shit.
Edward Rhein
I remember it from the 70's but it may be older than that. But I'm inclined to believe You can google it for the "Year" and other Info.
Thor Gunnar Iversen
Jim Danger I leave that to you to find out cause I don't know. ⛑