The song 'Georgia on My Mind' with lyrics by Mr. Stuart Gorrell and music by Mr. Hoagy Carmichael is designated as the official song of the State of Georgia.Georgia on My Mind Melodies bring memoriesThat linger in my heartMake me think of GeorgiaWhy did we ever part?Some sweet day when blossoms fallAnd all the world's a songI'll go back to Georgia'Cause that's where I belong.Georgia, Georgia, the whole day throughJust an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind.Georgia, Georgia, a song of youComes as sweet and clear as moonlight through the pines.Other arms reach out to meOther eyes smile tenderlyStill in peaceful dreams I seeThe road leads back to you.Georgia, Georgia, no peace I findJust an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind.Use by State of Georgia governed by 1979 agreement with Peer International Corporation. Copyright 1930 by Peer International Corporation. Copyright renewed. Used by permission.
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