Every Lil' Bit Hurts
Aretha Franklin · Take A Look: Complete On Columbia [2011]
Every little bit hurts..
Every night I cry,
Every night I sigh,
Every night I wonder why
You treat me cold,
Yet you won't let me go.
Every little hurt counts,
Every little hurt counts,
You say you're coming home,
Yet you never phone,
Leave me all alone,
My love is strong for you,
And I'd do wrong for you.
I can't take this loneliness you've given me.
I just can't go on giving my life away.
Oh, come back to me, (come back to me)
And I'll make you'll see, (I'll make you'll see)
That I can give you all the things that you wanted before,
If you will stay with me.
Every little bit hurts, (yeah)
Every little bit hurts (yeah)
To you I'm a toy and you're the boy,
Who has to say when I should play.
Yet you hurt me, desert me.
***instrumental break*** (ooooooo)
Oh, come back to me, (come back to me)
And I'll make you'll see, (I'll make you'll see)
That I can give you all the things that you wanted before,
If you will stay, stay with me.
oohh yeah
Every little bit hurts (till fade)
Every Lil' Bit Hurts
Aretha Franklin's 'Every Lil' Bit Hurts' stands as a poignant testament to her mastery of soul and gospel-infused pop. Recorded for the 2011 compilation 'Take A Look: Complete On Columbia,' the track exemplifies her ability to weave personal vulnerability with powerful vocal delivery. The song reflects themes of emotional resilience and the cumulative weight of heartache, delivered through Franklin's signature emotive phrasing and dynamic range. As part of her extensive discography spanning decades, this recording captures the essence of her mid-career artistry, blending R&B sensibilities with the spiritual depth that defined her legacy. It remains a compelling example of her work that resonates with listeners seeking authentic expression of human emotion.