"When the Thought of You Catches Up with Me" is a song written and recorded by American country music singer David Ball.

It was released in August 1994 as the second single from the album Thinkin' Problem as the follow-up to the successful title track.

In the song, Ball describes instances when the memory of a lost love resurfaces, whether it be a beautiful day or in the dead of night.

The music video was directed by Chris Rogers.

Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of September 10, 1994.