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Introduction

Some songs don’t just tell a story—they live inside of you. “I Started Loving You Again” is one of those rare gems, a song that aches with the weight of regret yet glows with the warmth of rediscovered love. Written and recorded by the legendary Merle Haggard, this classic country ballad isn’t just about rekindling a romance; it’s about realizing you never truly let it go in the first place.

From the moment Haggard’s voice comes in—soft yet burdened with emotion—you feel the depth of his realization. The lyrics are simple, but their honesty is what makes them cut so deep: “I just now got around to admitting I was wrong.” It’s that quiet, soul-searching moment when pride melts away and love takes its rightful place once again.

This song resonates because, let’s face it, we’ve all been there—thinking we’ve moved on, only to have love sneak back into our hearts when we least expect it. Whether it’s an old flame that never quite burned out or a love we took for granted, “I Started Loving You Again” captures the bittersweet beauty of second chances.

Musically, it’s classic Haggard—smooth, heartfelt, and pure. The melody is comforting yet tinged with sorrow, mirroring the emotional tug-of-war in the lyrics. It’s no wonder this song became a staple in country music, covered by countless artists and embraced by generations of listeners who know the feeling all too well.

In the end, this isn’t just a song about love—it’s a reminder that sometimes, the heart knows the truth long before we’re ready to admit it. And when we finally do, it’s like coming home

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Lyrics

[Chorus]
Today I started loving you again
I’m right back where I’ve really always been
I got over you just long enough to let my heartache mend
Then today I started loving you again

[Verse]
What a fool I was to think I could get by
With only these few million tears I’ve cried
I should have known the worst was yet to come
And that crying time for me had just begun

[Chorus]
Today I started loving you again
I’m right back where I’ve really always been
I got over you just long enough to let my heartache mend
Then today I started loving you again