The Alabama Old Flame song was was released in January 1981 as the first single from the album Feels So Right. The song was the group’s third number-one single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart starting April 18, 1981.
“Old Flame” is a testament to the power of country music to tell deeply emotional stories through song. The song’s lyrics perfectly capture the pain of lost love, while the band’s flawless harmonies and instrumentals elevate the track to the status of a timeless classic. The song tells the story of a person that hasn’t gotten over a former relationship and they are still in love with their ex.
The Old Flame Music Video
The music video for “Old Flame” is a visual representation of the song’s emotional depth. Set against a backdrop of rural simplicity, the video features the band performing in an intimate setting interspersed with scenes of lost love and bittersweet memories. The natural landscapes, combined with the band’s soulful delivery, amplify the song’s nostalgic tone.
Watch the official music video and see the written lyrics below.
Alabama Old Flame Music Video
The Old Flame Song’s Story
“Old Flame” is a poignant ballad about love, heartbreak, and the enduring memory of a past relationship. Written by Donny Lowery and Mac McAnally, the song’s lyrics delve into the complexities of seeing an old flame move on while grappling with lingering feelings. Lines like, “There’s an old flame burning in your eyes that tears can’t drown and makeup can’t disguise,” speak to the raw vulnerability that many listeners have felt in similar situations.
Alabama Old Flame Lyrics
I saw you starin’ at each other
I saw your eyes begin to glow
And I could tell you once were lovers
But you ain’t hidin’ nothin’ that I don’t know
There’s an old flame burnin’ in your eyes
That tears can’t drown and make-up can’t disguise
Now that old flame might not be stronger
But it’s been burnin’ longer
Than any spark I might have started in your eyes
You said it ended when he left you
You say your love for me is strong
But those old memories still upset you
Well, I might be a memory before too long
‘Cause there’s an old flame burnin’ in your eyes
That tears can’t drown and make-up can’t disguise
Now that old flame might not be stronger
But it’s been burnin’ longer
Than any spark I might have started in your eyes
There’s an old flame burnin’ in your eyes
That tears can’t drown and make-up can’t disguise
Now that old flame might not be stronger
But it’s been burnin’ longer
“Old Flame” has remained a fan favorite at Alabama’s live shows, and it continues to be played on country radio stations all over the world. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the band’s legacy as one of the greatest acts in country music history, and to the timeless appeal of their music. Remember to “share” the Alabama Old Flame music video with other Country Music fans.
