"The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want to Get Over You)" is a song by American country music artist Waylon Jennings. The song was released in 1977 as the second single from his album "Ol' Waylon". It was written by Chips Moman and Bobby Emmons. The lyrics of the song convey a strong sense of nostalgia and longing for a lost love. The narrator insists that he is not trying to forget his former partner but rather to remember all the things they used to say and do together. He expresses his refusal to move on from the relationship, stating repeatedly, "I don't wanna get over you." The song describes how the narrator continues to frequent the same places he used to visit with his ex-lover, sitting alone at a table intended for two. He mentions the Wurlitzer Prize, referring to a prestigious award for songwriting in country music. In this context, the narrator feels deserving of the prize for the emotional toll he endures by constantly reminiscing about his lost love. The reference to a fresh roll of quarters indicates that the narrator spends a significant amount of time playing songs on a jukebox, specifically choosing the same old songs that remind him of his former partner. These songs, sung with a melancholic tone, help him remember the past and keep his memories of the relationship alive. Overall, "The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want to Get Over You)" explores the struggle of trying to move on from a past love and the refusal to let go of the memories. It showcases Waylon Jennings' emotional delivery and heartfelt expression of longing and nostalgia.
