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Handwritten lyrics by Willie Nelson, including “I Still Can’t Believe that You’re Gone,” “You’ve Got to Figure Yourself…” “Is This Just Another Song,” “Why do I Write God?” “Don’t Ask Me Why I Love You,” “Can We Go Straight to Heaven From Here?” “If you Can’t Feel the Fire,” “Fast Eddie and the Japs,” “Don’t Start Looking for Someplace to Run To…” “Safety in Numbers,” “A Bitter Pill,” “Sweet Destinations,” and other untitled lyrics, 1977-1994, undated

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

This series is composed of material relating to Nelson's career as a singer, songwriter and performer. It contains Nelson's own song compositions, scripts for possible movie projects, letters to Nelson suggesting songs and other projects, and Nelson's tour itineraries. Of interest are Nelson's handwritten lyrics, some scribbled on paper scraps, napkins, and hotel stationery.

Dates

  • 1977-1994, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet

From the Collection: 8 boxes (Plus oversize material.)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English