Mental Revenge
Waylon Jennings · Only Daddy That'll Walk the Line [Country Stars] [2005]
I hope that the friend
You've thrown yourself with
He gets drunk and loses his job
And every road that you travel on
Is dusty, rocky and hard
I couldn't make you love me
You only made me blue
So all in all, if the curtain should fall
Lord, I hope that it falls on you.
I will have sweet, sweet, sweet mental revenge.
I will have sweet, sweet, sweet mental revenge.
--- Instrumental ---
Well, I hope that the train
From Caribou Maine
Runs over your new love affair
You walk the floor
From door to door
And pull out your peroxide hair.
You never was my woman
'Cause you were never true
So all in all if the curtain should fall
Lord, I hope that it falls on you.
I will have sweet, sweet, sweet mental revenge.
I will have sweet, sweet, sweet mental revenge.
I will have sweetm sweet, sweet mental revenge...
About Mental Revenge
Waylon Jennings' "Mental Revenge" stands as a quintessential example of his outlaw country style, characterized by a gritty, blues-inflected delivery that defined the genre's late 1970s and early 1980s resurgence. Recorded for the *Only Daddy That'll Walk the Line* compilation, the track showcases Jennings' signature ability to blend traditional country storytelling with a raw, unpolished edge that resonated deeply with fans of the movement. The song's narrative explores themes of personal conflict and emotional resilience, delivered with a vocal intensity that became a hallmark of his later career. As part of a broader collection of works featuring collaborations and solo performances, this recording highlights Jennings' enduring influence on country music, cementing his legacy as a pivotal figure who bridged the gap between traditional honky-tonk and the emerging outlaw sound. The track remains a significant song in his discography, reflecting the artistic maturity and emotional depth that defined his final years.