The song "You'll Think of Me" by Waylon Jennings is about a person warning their friend about the potential consequences of being in a relationship with someone who has previously caused them pain. The narrator acknowledges that their friend is currently happy with this new person in their life, but they caution that they have been in the same situation before. They express their desire to be happy for their friend, but they cannot help but feel concerned about what lies ahead. The lyrics suggest that the narrator's previous partner treated them poorly, and they anticipate that their friend's new partner may do the same. The narrator emphasizes that when the initial excitement and spark of the relationship fade away, the reality of being mistreated may set in. The line "But the ties that bind keep holding on, and they're strong" refers to the powerful emotional connection that persists despite the challenges and mistreatment. The narrator believes that their friend will eventually think of them when faced with similar experiences in the new relationship. As the friend moves on to other relationships, the narrator predicts that they will inevitably compare their own experiences to the past, just as the narrator has done. This realization leads the narrator to believe that their friend will eventually understand the pain and mistreatment they have experienced. Overall, the song serves as a warning to the friend, urging them to be cautious and consider the potential consequences of their new relationship. The narrator believes that their friend will eventually "think of me" when faced with similar situations and mistreatment.
