You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)
Loretta Lynn · The Definitive Collection [MCA Nashville] [2005]
You've come to tell me something you say I ought to know
That he don't love me anymore and I'll have to let him go
You say you're gonna take him, oh, but I don't think you can
'Cause you ain't woman enough to take my man.
Women like you, they're a dime a dozen, you can buy 'em anywhere
For you to get to him I'd have to move over and I'm gonna stand right here
It'll be over my death body so get out while you can
'Cause you ain't woman enough to take my man.
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Sometimes a man's caught lookin' at things that he don't need
He took a second look at you but he's in love with me
Well, I don't know where that leave you, oh, but I know where I stand
And you ain't woman enough to take my man.
Women like you, they're a dime a dozen, you can buy 'em anywhere
For you to get to him I'd have to move over and I'm gonna stand right here
It'll be over my death body so get out while you can
'Cause you ain't woman enough to take my man.
No, you ain't woman enough to take my man...
You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)
Loretta Lynn's 'You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)' stands as a cornerstone of country music, reflecting the raw honesty and feminist undertones characteristic of her work. Recorded for her 2005 compilation 'The Definitive Collection,' this track showcases Lynn's signature storytelling ability, addressing themes of marital fidelity and the expectations placed upon women in traditional relationships. The song captures the voice of a woman asserting her worth and challenging the notion that a man can be taken by anyone, regardless of her perceived inadequacies. As part of her extensive discography, the recording exemplifies the blend of folk and country styles that defined her career, resonating with audiences who appreciate authentic narratives about love, loss, and personal dignity.