If I Kiss You (Will You Go Away?)
Kitty Wells · Queen of Honky Tonk Street [1967]
If I kiss you will you go away
Like in the game my mother used to play
You're so much hurt I wish you wouldn't stay
If I kiss you will you go away.
My mom would come when I get hurt at play
She kiss my hurt and it would go away
But now I'm grown I don't know what to do
I've never known a bigger hurt than you.
If I kiss you will you go away
Like in the game my mother used to play
You're so much hurt I wish you wouldn't stay
If I kiss you will you go away.
--- Instrumental ---
I seen a kiss make sorrow disappear
A kiss can dry away the biggest tears
A kiss can make a heartache vanish to
I don't see why it wouldn't work on you.
If I kiss you will you go away
Like in the game my mother used to play
You're so much hurt I wish you wouldn't stay
If I kiss you will you go away.
If I kiss you will you go away...
If I Kiss You (Will You Go Away?)
Recorded in 1967, Kitty Wells' 'If I Kiss You (Will You Go Away?)' stands as a poignant example of her transition from country to rock and roll. The track features the distinctive vocal style that defined her career, blending the emotional depth of her earlier country hits with the rhythmic drive of the era's emerging rock sound. Released on the album 'Queen of Honky Tonk Street,' the song captures the tension of romantic conflict with a raw, unpolished authenticity that resonated deeply with audiences. As one of her most recognizable recordings, it highlights her ability to adapt her voice to different genres while maintaining the narrative clarity that made her a pioneer in the industry. The recording remains a significant song in her discography, illustrating her versatility and enduring appeal across musical boundaries.