That's the Way I Feel
George Jones · Heartbreak Hotel - Gonna Shake This Shack Tonight [2011]
Kicked around so much you're taunted
Hearts crys out with so much pain
Well, that's the way I feel.
Love someone and love her dearly
Hope these words she didn't hear me
Left me here heartsick and lonely
That's the way I feel.
A cry would do no good
I used to think it would
But the more I thought
The more I believe is what I'll do.
Let your feeling have it's day
Maybe it will go away
Maybe I will find another
That's the way I feel.
Can't let heartbreak over come me
Just because that's the way she done me.
I'll forget she ever loved her
That's the way I feel
--- Instrumental ---
If you ever get the notion
That you're drowning in an ocean
Of the tears that you are crying
That's the way I feel.
Crying just because your lonely
Crying cause your one and only
'Cause she loves somebody better
That's the way I feel.
A cry would do no good
I used to think it would
But the more I thought
The more I believe is what I'll do.
Let this feeling have it's day
Maybe it will go away
Maybe I will find another
That's the way I feel.
Can't let heartbreqk over come me
Just because that's the way she done me.
I'll forget she ever loved her
That's the way I feel...
That's the Way I Feel
George Jones delivers a raw, country-rock performance on 'That's the Way I Feel,' a track that exemplifies his signature ability to convey deep emotional vulnerability. Recorded for the 2011 compilation Heartbreak Hotel - Gonna Shake This Shack Tonight, the song showcases Jones's powerful vocal delivery and his mastery of the genre's storytelling traditions. As one of the most influential figures in country music history, Jones brought a unique blend of grit and sincerity to his recordings, often exploring themes of heartbreak and resilience. This particular recording captures the essence of his later career work, maintaining the authenticity and emotional depth that defined his discography. The song stands as a testament to his enduring legacy, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the heartache that continues to resonate through his catalog.