Skips (3rds) in both directions occasional The bridge, with its lines, “Other arms …” and “OtherĪre major “B” section is in relative minor Though the majority of the lines are ambiguous, Of Georgia and whether or not she is a woman orĪ place. Many discussions of the song comment on the ambiguity “an old sweet song” keeps “Georgia on my mind.” The A sections begin with “Georgia, Georgia” and,Įxcept for the second of these, end describing how Refrain being in the popular 32-bar A-A-B-A form. Mind” is written with an introductory verse the Ray Charles, a native Georgian, which was first recorded in 1958, has been greatly enjoyed by music lovers throughout the world”Īn eloquent ballad of longing, “Georgia on My has been recorded by many outstanding artists, but the rendition by Mr. describes a Georgian’s love for his State, its beautiful melody and lyrics have given the song a worldwide appeal” has an enduring quality that has made it one of the best loved songs in America for many years” On April 24, 1979, the Joint Resolution of the Georgia General Assembly designated “Georgia on My Mind” as the official state song, citing that it Willie Nelson’s 1979 recording won the Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male.Ĭhart information used by permission from Joel Whitburn's Pop Memories 1890-1954 Ray Charles’ number one rendition in 1960 won the R&B crooner two Grammys for Best Performance by a Pop Single Artist and Best Vocal Performance Single Record or Track, Male.
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