Waylon Jennings’ Dynamic Rendition of “Wurlitzer Prize”

“The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don’t Want to Get Over You)” is a country song by Waylon Jennings. It was released in 1977 as a single from his album “Ol’ Waylon.” The song was co-written by Waylon Jennings and Chips Moman.

The lyrics of “The Wurlitzer Prize” express the narrator’s feelings of heartbreak and the difficulty of moving on after a breakup. The Wurlitzer Prize, a reference to the famous Wurlitzer jukebox, symbolizes the narrator’s attempts to find solace in music but ultimately failing to get over the person he loves.

Waylon Jennings’ deep, distinctive voice and the song’s traditional country sound characterize the recording. The mournful steel guitar and twangy guitars add to the emotional tone of the song, reflecting the classic outlaw country style for which Jennings is known.

While “The Wurlitzer Prize” didn’t reach the commercial success of some of Jennings’ other hits, it remains a well-regarded song in his discography. Waylon Jennings was influential in the outlaw country movement, and this song exemplifies the emotional depth and authenticity often associated with the genre.

The sentiment of not wanting to get over someone is a universal theme, and Jennings’ heartfelt delivery and the evocative lyrics contribute to the enduring appeal of “The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don’t Want to Get Over You)” among country music enthusiasts.