About the song
In the world of music, few artists carry the weight of legacy quite like **Willie Nelson**. Over the decades, his distinctive voice and timeless songwriting have cemented him as one of country music’s true icons. However, the influence of his artistry isn’t limited to his own works. **Lukas Nelson**, his son, has followed in his footsteps, carving out his own space within the music industry. Their collaboration on **Just Breathe** offers a powerful testament to the bond between father and son, and the deep emotional resonance that their shared musical vision brings to the world.
**Just Breathe** is a poignant and introspective song, featuring the raw, stripped-down vocals of both **Willie** and **Lukas**. The song’s simplicity is its strength—its sparse arrangement allows the lyrics to take center stage, and the authenticity in their delivery gives it an almost therapeutic quality. The track touches on themes of love, loss, and the inevitable passage of time. As one listens, it feels as though both generations of Nelsons are speaking directly to the listener, offering a gentle reminder to slow down and truly appreciate life’s fleeting moments. The song’s chorus, with its repeated refrain of “just breathe,” serves as a meditative mantra, urging us to pause and reflect amidst the noise of everyday life.
What makes **Just Breathe** stand out is the seamless blend of **Willie’s** legendary voice, with its weathered warmth, and **Lukas’** smoother, more contemporary sound. Together, they create a beautiful balance between tradition and innovation. The track feels timeless, yet fresh—a perfect fusion of the past and the present, much like the Nelson family itself.
For fans of both **Willie Nelson** and **Lukas Nelson**, this song is a gift: a delicate, soul-stirring piece that speaks to the hearts of all who hear it. Whether you’re familiar with their long histories in music or are just discovering their work, **Just Breathe** offers an emotional depth that resonates long after the song ends.
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Lyrics
Yes, I understand that every life must end, uh-huh
As we sit alone, I know someday we must go, uh-huh
Oh, I’m a lucky man to count on both hands, the ones I love
Some folks just have one, yeah, others, they’ve got none, uh-huh
Stay with me, oh-ohh
Let’s just breathe
Practiced on my sins, never gonna let you win, uh-huh
Under everything, just another human being, uh-huh
I don’t want to hurt
There’s so much in this world to make me believe
Stay with me, oh
All I see
Did I say that I need you?
Did I say that I want you?
Oh, if I didn’t I’m a fool, you see
No one knows this more than me
But I come clean
I wonder everyday, as I look upon your face, uh-huh
Everything you gave and nothing you would take, uh-huh
Nothing you would take, everything you gave
Did I say that I need you? Oh-ohh
Did I say that I want you?
Oh, if I didn’t I’m a fool, you see
No one knows this more than me
But I come clean
Nothing you would take, everything you gave
Love you ’til I die, meet you on the other side
