Good Ones and Bad Ones (v1)
George Jones · Anniversary: Ten Years of Hits [Epic] [1982]
Some come from Heaven and some crawl from Hell
And the good fight the bad for your soul
But it's hard to tell the lie from the truth
When you find one that easy to hold.
There's no way of knowing which one you been lovin'
Till you leave 'em or you lose her for good
By then it's too late, you just mark it up to fate
Either way, you end up a fool.
Chorus:
It's a fine line between Heaven and Hell
When the good makes you feel like you should
It's a fine line between Heaven and Hell
When the bad makes you feel just as good.
A Good one will love you for all that she's worth
A bad one will take you for more
A good one will cherish the key to your heart
And a bad one a key to your door.
A good one will love you for richer or poorer
But that makes the bad'er one worse
A good one will love you till death do you part
And a bad one makes sure you go first.
Chorus:
It's a fine line between Heaven and Hell
When the good makes you feel like you should
It's a fine line between Heaven and Hell
When the bad makes you feel just as good.
Chorus:
It's a fine line between Heaven and Hell
When the good makes you feel like you should
It's a fine line between Heaven and Hell
When the bad makes you feel just as good...
Good Ones and Bad Ones (v1)
George Jones delivers a poignant country ballad on the 1982 Anniversary album, exploring the duality of enduring love amidst life's inevitable hardships. As a defining voice of the outlaw country movement, Jones' signature gravelly delivery brings raw emotional depth to this narrative of relationship turbulence. The track exemplifies his ability to transform personal heartache into universal anthems, resonating with listeners who have experienced the complexities of holding onto affection while facing difficult circumstances. Recorded during a prolific period in his career, the song stands as a testament to his mastery of storytelling and his capacity to evoke deep empathy through his vocal performance.