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Introduction

There’s something almost magical about watching Willie Nelson onstage—especially during a live performance like Still is Still Moving to Me at Farm Aid 1993. It’s not just the braids, the beat-up guitar (Trigger), or the unmistakable, weathered voice. It’s the way Willie seems to embody the song, the moment, the crowd.

This track, one of his classics, feels like a declaration of freedom, resilience, and restless spirit. When Willie sings, “Still is still moving to me,” he’s not just tossing out words. He’s reminding us that life is never truly still—you might stand in one place, but your heart, your dreams, your spirit keep moving forward.

What makes the Farm Aid 1993 performance so unforgettable is the energy between Willie and the crowd. Remember, Farm Aid wasn’t just another concert—it was (and still is) a movement Willie co-founded to support family farmers. So when you hear him deliver these lyrics live, it’s layered with purpose. He’s not just singing about movement; he’s singing for a movement.

Musically, the song rides on that signature blend of country, folk, and a little outlaw edge. The guitar work is tight yet loose—pure Willie style. His phrasing dances over the beat, never quite rushing, never quite dragging. And live? There’s an extra charge, a rawness, that makes every note feel alive.

For longtime fans, this song is like a mantra, a reminder of why we keep following Willie after all these years. And for newcomers, it’s a perfect introduction to the heartbeat of his music: the balance of stillness and motion, tradition and rebellion, roots and wings.

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Lyrics

Still is still moving to me
I swim like a fish in the sea all the time
But if that’s what it takes to be free, I don’t mind
Still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me
And it’s hard to explain how I feel
It won’t go in words, but I know that it’s real
I can be moving or I can be still
But still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me
La-la, la-la-la, la-la-la
La-la, la-la-la-la
La-la, la-la-la, la-la-la
La-la
It’s hard to explain how I feel
It won’t go in words, but I know that it’s real
I can be moving or I can be still
But still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me
La-la, la-la-la, la-la-la
La-la, la-la-la-la
La-la, la-la-la, la-la-la
La-la
It’s hard to explain how I feel
It won’t go in words, but I know that it’s real
I can be moving or I can be still, yeah
Still is still moving me
Still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me
Still is still moving to me