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For Ole Times Sake is a song by Elvis Presley, written and composed by Tony Joe White. It was released on October 1, 1973, as the lead single from his album Raised on Rock. The song reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is a ballad about a man who asks his former lover to get together with him “just for old times sake.” He reminisces about their past relationship and how much he misses her. The song features Presley’s signature vocals and a mellow, country-rock sound.
For Ole Times Sake is one of Presley’s most popular and enduring songs. It has been covered by many other artists, including Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, and Johnny Cash. The song has also been featured in several films and television shows.
The song is a beautiful and nostalgic ballad about the power of love and the importance of cherishing memories. It is a timeless song that continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
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Lyrics
Before you go walk out on meTake a look around tell me what you seeHere I stand like an open bookIs there something here you might have overlooked‘Cause it would be a shame if you should leaveAnd find that freedom ain’t what you thought it would beThe years we had were not all badIn fact I know the good outweighed the badNow you say that you’ve grown tiredYou want to be by yourself a whileIt would be a shame if you should goAnd find that freedom was a long time agoI know that you can’t stand the chains that bind youThey just keep on drivin’ us apartYou could go where I could never find youBut could you go far enough to get away from your heartSo one more time, for ol’ times sakeCome and lay your head upon my chestPlease don’t throw this moment awayWe can forget the bad and take the bestIf you don’t have nothing left to sayLet me hold you one more time for ol’ times sakeIf you don’t have nothing left to sayLet me hold you one more time for ol’ times sake