About the song
**George Jones** and **Melba Montgomery**, two of country music’s most iconic voices, joined forces in 1963 to deliver a poignant and unforgettable duet titled “We Must Have Been Out of Our Minds.” This timeless classic, penned by Harlan Howard and Johnny Paycheck, explores the bittersweet emotions of a failed relationship and the longing for what once was.
With their harmonizing vocals and emotional depth, Jones and Montgomery capture the essence of a love that has dwindled over time. The song’s narrative unfolds through a series of regretful reflections, as the couple contemplates the decisions that led to their separation. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a once-thriving relationship that has been eroded by misunderstandings, unmet expectations, and the passage of time.
The song’s arrangement is simple yet effective, featuring a classic country instrumentation that includes steel guitar, fiddle, and acoustic guitar. The melody is both catchy and melancholic, perfectly complementing the lyrical content. Jones and Montgomery’s performances are heartfelt and emotive, conveying the pain and longing that underlie the song’s message.
“We Must Have Been Out of Our Minds” has endured as a country music standard, resonating with listeners across generations. Its timeless appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and bittersweet longing. The song’s message of regret and lost love continues to strike a chord with audiences, reminding us of the fragility of human relationships and the importance of cherishing the moments we have together.
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Lyrics
We said our goodbyes long ago
Never thinking we’d miss each other so
All the memories we can’t leave behind
Oh, we must have been out of our minds
I thought I loved another, not you
How foolish I thought the same, too
They both turned out to be the wrong kind
Oh, we must have been out of our minds
Let’s forgive and forget the past we’ve known
And reap together the wild seeds we’ve sown
Surely they can forgive us and find
That we must have been out of our minds
I thought I loved another, not you
How foolish I thought the same, too
They both turned out to be the wrong kind
Oh, we must have been out of our minds
Yes, we must have been out of our minds