Hurt
Leona Lewis · Hurt: The EP [2011]
I hurt myself today
To see if I still feel
I focus on the pain
The only thing that's real
The needle tears a hole
The old familiar sting
Try to kill it all away
But I remember everything
What have I become
My sweetest friend
Everyone I know
Goes away in the end
And you could have it all
My empire of dirt
I will let you down
I will make you hurt
Beneath the stains of time
The feelings disappear
You are someone else
I am still right here
And you could have it all
My empire of dirt
I will let you down
I will make you hurt
If I could start again
A million miles away
I would keep myself
I would find a way
A way
I would find a way
To see if I still feel
I focus on the pain
The only thing that's real
The needle tears a hole
The old familiar sting
Try to kill it all away
But I remember everything
What have I become
My sweetest friend
Everyone I know
Goes away in the end
And you could have it all
My empire of dirt
I will let you down
I will make you hurt
Beneath the stains of time
The feelings disappear
You are someone else
I am still right here
And you could have it all
My empire of dirt
I will let you down
I will make you hurt
If I could start again
A million miles away
I would keep myself
I would find a way
A way
I would find a way
Hurt - Leona Lewis
Released in 2011, 'Hurt' is a standout track from Leona Lewis's 'Hurt: The EP,' showcasing her signature soulful R&B style. The song features a distinctive production that blends contemporary pop sensibilities with a nostalgic, atmospheric backdrop, characteristic of her work during that era. Lewis delivers a performance marked by emotional depth and vocal control, capturing the essence of her discography's focus on intimate storytelling. The recording stands as a testament to her ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate within the modern R&B landscape, complementing her broader catalog of hits and ballads.