Leavin' Town Tonight
Kitty Wells · Lonesome, Sad and Blue [1965]
Leavin', leavin' on that midnight train
I took all that I can take you're driving me insane
I tried to please you but nothing turns out right
I'll buy a oneway ticket, I'm leavin' town tonight.
Leavin' you behind there's nothing left to do
You've had your chance now our love is through
I'm glad to know there's no more fuss and fight
You're wasting tears, darling, I'm leavin' town tonight.
Leavin', leavin' on that midnight train
I took all that I can take you're driving me insane
I tried to please you but nothing turns out right
I'll buy a oneway ticket, I'm leavin' town tonight.
--- Instrumental ---
No needing making promises you've never kept before
I made myself believe them but never anymore
All the love in the world would make you do right
Here comes that midnight special, I'm leavin' town tonight.
Leavin' leavin' on that midnight train
I took all that I can take you're driving me insane
I tried to please you but nothing turns out right
I'll buy a oneway ticket, I'm leavin' town tonight.
I'm leavin' town tonight...
Leavin' Town Tonight
Kitty Wells' 1965 recording of "Leavin' Town Tonight" stands as a poignant example of her mastery in the country genre. Released on the album "Lonesome, Sad and Blue," the track exemplifies her signature vocal style, blending a deep, resonant tone with a narrative delivery that captures the emotional weight of rural life and heartbreak. As a defining voice of the era, Wells brought a unique gravitas to her performances, often drawing from personal experiences to craft songs that resonated deeply with audiences. This recording highlights her ability to convey complex emotions through melody and lyricism, cementing her legacy as a significant figure in country music history. The song remains a testament to her skill in storytelling and her enduring impact on the genre's sound.