I Don't Care (Just as Long as You Love Me)
Kitty Wells · Singin' 'Em Country [1970]
I don't care if the sun don't shine
I don't care if the bells don't chime
Just as long as you love me
I don't care if the tops don't spin
I don't care if the gins won't gin
Just as long as you love me.
So let it rain, let it snow
Let the cold north wind blow
Just as long as you love me
North or south, east or west
You know I will stand the test
Just as long as you love me.
--- Instrumental ---
I don't care if the birds don't sing
I don't care if the bells don't ring
Just as long as you love me
I don't care if the world don't turn
I don't care if the fire don't burn
Just as long as you love me.
So let it rain, let it snow
Let the cold north wind blow
Just as long as you love me
North or south, east or west
You know I will stand the test
Just as long as you love me.
Just as long as you love me...
I Don't Care (Just as Long as You Love Me)
Kitty Wells stands as a foundational figure in country music, often celebrated as the first female superstar of the genre. Her extensive discography spans decades, showcasing a versatile range from honky-tonk heartbreak to gospel devotion. This recording, featured on the 1970 album Singin' 'Em Country, exemplifies her enduring ability to interpret emotional narratives with clarity and warmth. Throughout her career, Wells maintained a consistent presence in the industry, releasing numerous albums that captured the evolving sounds of country music while retaining her signature vocal style. Her work remains a testament to the resilience and emotional depth that defined her long-standing influence on the genre.