“Gentle on My Mind” was written by American songwriter and banjo player John Hartford in 1966.

Songwriter and origin

  • John Hartford wrote “Gentle on My Mind” after watching the film Doctor Zhivago , finishing the song in roughly 20–30 minutes.
  • He first recorded and released it on his 1967 album Earthwords & Music, before it was picked up by other artists.

Popular versions

  • The most famous recording is by Glen Campbell, whose 1967 version turned the song into a major country and pop standard.
  • The song went on to win four Grammy Awards in 1968, honoring both Hartford as the writer and Campbell for his performance.

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