See the lyrics for “Precious Memories” sung by Alan Jackson and released in 1925.
Precious memories, unseen angels
Sent from somewhere to my soul
How they linger, ever near me
And the sacred past unfoldsPrecious memories, how they linger
How they ever flood my soul
In the stillness, of the midnight
Precious sacred scenes unfoldPrecious father, loving mother
Fly across the lonely years
And old home scenes, of my childhood
In fond memory appearsPrecious memories, how they linger
How they ever flood my soul
In the stillness, of the midnight
Precious sacred scenes unfoldI remember, mother prayin’
Father too, on bended knee
The sun is sinkin’, shadows fallin’
But their prayers still follow mePrecious memories, how they linger
How they ever flood my soul
In the stillness, of the midnight
Precious sacred scenes unfold
Precious memories fill my soul
About Precious Memories Hymn
The hymn “Precious Memories” was composed by J.B. Wright and was initially released in 1925. The song uses treasured recollections of important events and loved ones to provide consolation and relief.
Its introspective and sentimental lyrics create feelings of spiritual comfort and desire. It is now a mainstay of Christian worship services and Southern Gospel music, usually sung in a slow, meditative manner.
The hymn is still a well-liked option for times of meditation and remembering, having been extensively recorded by musicians in a variety of genres, including Southern Gospel and country. Together, the tune and words transport listeners to a very cozy and emotional place.