About the song
Willie Nelson’s “Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die” is not just a song, but also a manifesto, a true reflection of the life and philosophy of a country music legend. Released in 2012, this song quickly became one of Willie Nelson’s most beloved works, not only because of its cheerful, easy-to-listen melody but also because of its straightforward, humorous, yet thoughtful lyrics about death and how we choose to live.
**Willie Nelson**, with his characteristic husky voice and liberal musical style, has created a work that is deeply personal. The song is not at all sad or gloomy, but on the contrary, it exudes an optimistic, life-loving spirit. Nelson, who was 79 when the song was released, saw death as a natural part of life and chose to face it with humor and positivity.
The song’s lyrics, with lines like “Roll me up and smoke me when I die, and if you don’t like it, you can kiss my ass goodbye,” are not only powerful but also show Nelson’s rebelliousness and non-conformity to conventional social norms. He is not afraid to express his personal opinions, even those that may be controversial, and that is what makes him so special and loved.
“Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die” is not only a song about death, but also a song about life. It encourages us to live life to the fullest, without regrets, and to enjoy every moment. The song is also a reminder that we should not take life too seriously, but to find joy and humor in every situation.
With its rustic country melody, warm acoustic guitar and Nelson’s soulful vocals, the song has touched the hearts of millions of listeners. It is not only a brilliant piece of music, but also a lesson in how to live and face death with peace.
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Lyrics
Roll me up and smoke me when I die
And if anyone don’t like it, just look ’em in the eye
I didn’t come here, and I ain’t leavin’
So don’t sit around and cry
Just roll me up and smoke me when I die.
Now you won’t see no sad and teary eyes
When I get my wings and it’s my time to fly
Call my friends and tell them
There’s a party, come on by
And just roll me up and smoke me when I die.
Roll me up and smoke me when I die
And if anyone don’t like it, just look them in the eye
Say I didn’t come here, and I ain’t leavin’
So don’t sit around and cry
Just roll me up and smoke me when I die.
When I go out I’ve been here long enough
So sing and tell more jokes and dance and stuff
Just keep the music playing that’ll be as good as goodbye
Roll me up and smoke me when I die
Roll me up and smoke me when I die
And if anyone don’t like it, just look ’em in the eye
I didn’t come here, and I ain’t leavin’
So don’t sit around and cry
Just roll me up and smoke me when I die.
Hey take me out and build a roaring fire
And just roll me in the flames for about an hour
And then take me out and twist me up
And point me towards the sky
And roll me up and smoke me when I die.
Roll me up and smoke me when I die
And if anyone don’t like it, just look ’em in the eye
I didn’t come here, and I ain’t leavin’
So don’t sit around and cry
Just roll me up and smoke me when I die.
Just roll me up and smoke me when I die.
