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Artist/Band: Maureen McGovern
Lyrics for Song: Why Can't I Forget
Lyrics for Album: State Of The Heart [1988]



I have the world's worst memory

Many times a day, I say,

Where did I leave my key?

Where have I put my purse?

Where else should I be?

It's perverse

A life of hide-and-seek

I never know the date and worse,

The day of the week



So, why can't I forget

The day I met him?

He held the door and let me go ahead

Rushing to our separate lives

We took a walk instead

Why can't I forget him

And every word he said?



I'm always sending Christmas cards

They're more interesting in spring

Only my banker knows

The checks I forgot to sign

Where did I get these clothes?

They're not mine!

I made myself a list

Of things I really have to find

But where is that list?



So, why can't I forget

Those summer evenings

He'd wait for me outside our small café?

We were both like kids again

We had so much to say

Why can't I forget him?

It's funny in a way



Funny just remembering

The way we laughed at ev'rything

I found the one that I'd been waiting for

I could hardly recognize

The woman I was in his eyes,

A woman I had never known before



Why can't I forget

The way he touched me?

I see his face, desire in his eyes,

The smile he gave to no one else,

His silences and sighs

Why can't I forget

The way he loved me,

The way I loved him,

And the way he said goodbye?


Why Can't I Forget

Maureen McGovern's 'Why Can't I Forget' stands as a poignant song in her extensive discography, showcasing the emotive power that defined her career. Released on the 1988 album State Of The Heart, the track reflects the polished production values and sophisticated songwriting that characterized her work during this era. Known for her ability to convey deep sentiment through a clear, resonant vocal style, McGovern delivers a performance that resonates with listeners familiar with her signature sound. This recording contributes to a broader body of work that includes celebrated hits and enduring standards, cementing her status as a significant figure in contemporary vocal music. The song remains a testament to her enduring artistry and her capacity to capture the complexities of human emotion within a concise musical framework.


Album Lyrics: State Of The Heart [1988]


Maureen McGovern
"State Of The Heart [1988]"


1. Bedtime Story
2. Here You Come Again
3. I Wonder What You're Like
4. Night Flight
5. On My Way To You
6. Sometime Soon
7. State Of The Heart
8. The Same Moon
9. Why Can't I Forget