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There’s no doubt, the “Gentle Giant” Don Williams” vocal sound can knock you off your feet. Besides, his choice of music can penetrate and melt your hearts. Also, the melody of his tracks can pierce your souls. But not only that, he can as well lead you to your realizations through his song’s words and lyrics. “Amanda” is an illustration of Williams’ work of art, sincerity, and genuineness.

The Meaning…

“Amanda” can mean a lot but in most cases, the name means “deserving to be loved,” “worthy of love,” or “loved by everyone.” Perhaps, this is the definition and portrayal of the song.

The words and lyrics matched what “Amanda” means. If you listen closely, the main point of the words and lyrics of “Amanda” is simply about two people with “eternal love.” They both stand for each other until they have grown old. In other words, two individuals who have met their “fate,” to be together for a long time.

Amanda…

Primarily, Don Williams recorded and released “Amanda” in 1973 from his album “Volume 1.” It was the flipside of his other song “Come Early Morning” of the same album which was also a successful single in that year. Moreover, Williams’ performance reached No.33 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

On the other hand, “Amanda” was recorded by Waylon Jennings in 1974. It became his eighth No.1 song on the country charts. Also, it spent a total of three weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

Bob McDill is the songwriter behind the song “Amanda.” The “Gentle Giant” recorded most of his compositions.”

The Lyrics…

I’ve held it all inward

Lord knows I’ve tried

It’s an awful awakenin’

In a country boy’s life

To look in the mirror

In total surprise

At the hair on your shoulders

And the age in your eyes.

Amanda light of my life

Fate should have made you a gentle man’s wife

Amanda light of my life

Fate should have made you a gentle man’s wife.

Well the measure of people

Don’t understand

The pleasures of life

In a hillbilly band

I got my first guitar

When I was fourteen

Now I’m crowding thirty

And still wearin’ jeans.

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