Only One I Ever Loved I Lost
Kitty Wells · The Golden Years [Rounder] [1987]
The sunshine from my life has disappeared
The night we said our last goodbye I wished you happiness
Then I walked away so darkness would hide my tears.
Without the face of the loved one this world's a lonesome place
True love is smarty cheap at any call
I'm doin' to be a failure though the future brings wealth and fame
For the only one I ever loved I lost.
--- Instrumental ---
If I find fame and fortune what good would get to me
I couldn't fool my heart it knows me best
There's one love in every lifetime mine belongs to you
And that means more to me than all the rest.
Without the face of the loved one this world's a lonesome place
True love is smarty cheap at any call
I'm doin' to be a failure though the future brings wealth and fame
For the only one I ever loved I lost...
Only One I Ever Loved I Lost
Kitty Wells stands as a foundational figure in country music, often celebrated as the first female star to achieve widespread commercial success. Her discography spans decades, reflecting a mastery of honky-tonk and traditional country styles that defined the genre's golden era. This recording captures her signature emotive delivery, addressing themes of heartbreak and loss with the clarity and poignancy that characterized her work. As a key part of her extensive catalogue, the song exemplifies the narrative storytelling that made Wells a beloved artist. Her contributions helped shape the sound of country music, influencing countless performers who followed in her footsteps. The track remains a testament to her enduring legacy and her ability to convey deep emotion through simple, powerful melodies.