She released her self-titled debut in 1987, and released "Mountain Soul II" on September 29, 2009.
Following throat surgery to repair her vocal chords, she released the album Only What I Feel in 1993 to the best reviews of her career and won multiple awards.
Patty Loveless has been one of the most popular country singers. According to her website, as of 2019 she has had 21 album releases, including 4 that went platinum and 3 that went gold, and nine #1 hits.
Precious Memories
Patty Loveless Lyrics
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Sent from somewhere to my soul
How they linger, ever near me
As the sacred past unfold.
Precious mem'ries, how they linger
How they ever flood my soul
In the stillness of the midnight
As I travel on life′s pathway
I know not what the years may hold
And as I ponder, hope grows fonder
Precious mem'ries floods my soul.
Precious mem'ries how they linger
How they ever flood my soul
In the stillness of the midnight
Precious, sacred scenes unfold...
The song "Precious Memories" by Patty Loveless is a deeply reflective and soulful ode to the power of memories. The lyrics speak of memories as unseen angels, sent to comfort and uplift the soul. The memories are described as ever-lingering, flooding the mind and heart with sacred scenes that unfold in moments of stillness, particularly in the midnight hours. The singer muses on the unpredictable nature of life's journey and the unknown years that lay ahead, but finds solace in the memories of the past. Through this reflection, hope grows in the heart and the memories become even more precious.
The song's message is one of comfort and guidance, reminding us to hold onto the positive memories of the past to help us navigate the present and future. Loveless' voice is emotive and sincere, bringing depth to the poignant lyrics. The slow and steady melody of the song adds to the contemplative and reflective mood, allowing the listener to fully absorb and appreciate the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Precious mem'ries, unseen angels
Memories that are invaluable, like angelic gifts, bestowed upon me
Sent from somewhere to my soul
These memories seem to have come from a place unknown, into my very being
How they linger, ever near me
These memories stay close to me, perhaps as a reminder of what was and what may be
As the sacred past unfold
These memories bring back sacred moments from the past
As I travel on life's pathway
As I journey through life
I know not what the years may hold
I'm unsure of what the future may have in store for me
And as I ponder, hope grows fonder
But as I reflect on these precious memories, my optimism for the future increases
Precious mem'ries flood my soul
These special memories flood my soul with emotions
In the stillness of the midnight
Especially in the quiet of the night
Precious, sacred scenes unfold
I am able to relive and experience sacred moments through these memories
Writer(s): Emory Gordy Jr., Patty Loveless
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