After more than seven decades in music, you might think Willie Nelson has heard — and sung — it all.

But even now, at 92, there are still a few songs that get to him every time.

The Songs That Still Hit Home

The country legend was recently asked if any songs still bring a tear to his eye. His answer? Two of his most beloved classics.

“Yeah, there are a couple,” Nelson told GQ. “‘Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground’ is one. ‘Always on My Mind’ is another.” It’s not hard to understand why.

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Released in 1980 as part of the Honeysuckle Rose soundtrack, “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground” remains one of his most emotionally raw ballads — a song that’s resonated with fans for decades.

And “Always on My Mind”? Though it had been recorded by artists like Elvis Presley and Gwen McCrae, it was Nelson’s 1982 version that turned it into a country classic.

Willie Nelson – Always On My Mind (Official Video)

The song earned him three Grammy Awards and became one of the defining tracks of his career.

Both songs showcase what Shotgun Willie does best: storytelling that cuts straight to the soul.

More Than Just His Own Music

Of course, Nelson doesn’t just get emotional over his own catalog. He says other artists still move him, too — especially the ones he grew up on.

“‘Stardust,’ ‘Moonlight in Vermont,’ anything Hank Williams did, Bob Wills. There’s a whole lot of good music out there,” he said.

And to him, music is more than just entertainment — it’s a connection.

“I still think music is what brings us all together,” Nelson reflected. “Politics separates everybody. Music brings us back together.”

Still Singing, Still Showing Up

Nelson explained he keeps touring not just for the love of the music, but for the feeling it creates — in the crowd, and in himself.

They clap their hands and sing along for a couple of hours and go home feeling better. They agree on music. Every time, I leave feeling better, too.

And now, several of his children have followed in his footsteps. It’s a path he never pushed — but always supported.

Willie Nelson – Workin’ Man: Willie Sings Merle

“I had music instruments all over the house… I gave them an opportunity to do what they wanted to do,” he told the outlet.

Willie’s Why

At 92, Willie Nelson is still doing what he’s always done — playing music that brings people together, one heartfelt verse at a time.

And even after a lifetime of songs, the ones that hit the deepest… still do.

30 Pictures of a Young Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson began his music career in the late 1960s. Back then he wasn’t the typical country artist from Nashville — he was considered an outlaw.

Take a look back to his early years, and see photos of a young Willie Nelson that you may have ever seen before.

Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton c.1986

Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton for the TV special, GRAND OLE OPRY 60TH ANNIVERSARY, which aired Jan. 14, 1986.

Willie Nelson c.1984

Willie Nelson smiles at a table back in the ’80s.

Willie Nelson c.1982

Willie Nelson in the title role of Barbarosa, directed by Fred Schepisi in 1982.

Willie Nelson c. 1980

Willie Nelson and then wife, Connie Koepke, pose with their children Paula Carlene and Amy Lee.

Willie Nelson c.1980

Willie Nelson with his daughters Paula Carlene and Amy Lee.

Willie Nelson c.1979

Gov. James R. Thompson (left) enjoys a bowl of Texas jailhouse chili and jalapeno pepper cornbread with country music star Willie Nelson between Nelson’s two performances at the Illinois State Fair.