Gonna Come Get You

George Jones · Heartbreak Hotel - Gonna Shake This Shack Tonight [2011]

Don't do no good for me to keep a-wishin'

It's no use 'cause you I keep a-missin'

I'm a-gonna get up right now

I'm a-gonna come get you.



Don't do no good for me to keep a-lyin'

To myself and I'm a-gonna stop tryin'

I'm a-gonna get up right now

I'm a-gonna come get you.



I'm a-gonna come get you, I'm a-leavin' in the mornin'

You better be ready I'm a-givin' you warnin'

Baby, I don't want to be left down

'Cause this time I'm not a-playin' around.



I've been sittin' home thinkin' and decidin'

I've made up my mind and there ain't no use a-hidin'

I'm a-gonna get up right now

I'm a-gonna come get you.



--- Instrumental ---



You left home and you went and told your pappy

That I could'nt never ever make you happy

I'm a-gonna get up right now

And I'm a-gonna show get you.



It does no good for me to be a-cryin'

It's no use for me to be denyin'

I'm a-gonna get up right now

And I'm a-gonna come get you.



I'm a-gonna come get you, I'm a-leavin' in the morning

You better be ready I'm a-givin' you warnin'

Baby, I don't want to be left down.

'Cause this time I'm not playing around



I've been sittin' home thinkin' and decidin'

I've made up my mind and there ain't no use a-hidin'

I'm a-gonna get up right now

I'm a-gonna come get you...

Gonna Come Get You

George Jones delivers a quintessential country ballad on this 2011 reissue, channeling his signature raw vocal style to explore themes of longing and emotional vulnerability. The track exemplifies the heartbreak narrative that defined his career, blending traditional storytelling with the polished production typical of his later recordings. As a staple of his discography, the song captures the essence of his ability to convey deep personal pain through music, resonating with fans who appreciate his authentic delivery and the enduring appeal of his songwriting. This recording stands as a testament to his status as a legend in the genre, offering a timeless piece that reflects the emotional depth characteristic of his work throughout the 1970s and beyond.