Heart Hush
Reba McEntire · If You See Him [1998]
When I saw that it was him
After two long years the love of my life
And I just held my breath in
Standin' there smiling
With his eyes locked on mine
He couldn't hear me screamin' on the inside
When I said, tear don't you fall
He's gone, let him go
Eyes, don't look back
Down that empty road
And lips you may move
But don't you say too much
Oh, and please, please heart hush
I said somethin' stupid
And reached out my hand
After makin' love and movin' earth
We were shakin' hands
A million sweet memories pinballed through my brain
The want to hold him one more time
Ran through my veins
[chorus]
When I said, tear don't you fall
He's gone, let him go
Eyes, don't look back
Down that empty road
And lips you may move
But don't you say too much
Oh, and please, please heart hush
I kept lookin' at my watch like I had somewhere to be
Then he stopped talkin' and kissed me tenderly
And I said, tear don't you fall
He's gone, let him go
Eyes, don't look back
Down that empty road
And lips, you may move
But don't you say too much
Oh, and please, please heart hush
Oh, and please, heart hush
Heart Hush
Reba McEntire's 'Heart Hush' stands as a poignant addition to her extensive discography, exemplifying the emotional depth characteristic of her country music recordings. Released on the 1998 album 'If You See Him,' the track reflects the genre's tradition of exploring personal vulnerability and heartache. McEntire's signature vocal delivery delivers a raw, intimate performance that resonates with listeners seeking authentic storytelling within the country sound. The song complements her broader body of work, which frequently addresses themes of resilience and love, cementing her status as a leading figure in modern country music. As part of her catalog from the late 1990s, the recording captures a specific era of her career where her ability to convey complex emotions through melody and lyricism reached new heights.