I Got Hurt (Trying To Be The Only Girl In Your Life)
Supremes · This Is The Story: The '70s Albums, Vol.1 - 1970-1973 [2006]
(2x)
Mama told me, "Don't try"
When I said I was gonna be
The girl who make you realize
One love is all you need
Looked like I was getting over
When my hopes went tumbling over
From a telephone conversation
That hurt as I heard you say
You keep telling her that I was just your friend
As you whispered words of tenderness
And said you'd call again
I got hurt trying to be the only girl in your life
(2x)
I kept a secret from you
Thinking maybe things might change
So I tried just a little bit harder
But the end of love still came
Now your mind is set on leaving
But I find it hard believing
My dreams won't come true
When they build with so much love for you
And everything I did, I did to bring you joy
And if I die today on my grave that say:
"That girl sure love that boy"
I got hurt trying to be the only girl in your life
(2x)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
So I dried my eyes
And I walked away alone
And get ready for the emptiness
I feel when love is gone
I got hurt trying to be the only girl in your life
(2x)
Mama said I've been hurt
I got hurt trying to be the only girl in your life
(repeat til fade)
I Got Hurt (Trying To Be The Only Girl In Your Life)
Recorded by The Supremes during their final years as the Motown flagship group, this track exemplifies the soulful sophistication that defined their late 1970s output. As part of the 'This Is The Story' compilation series, the recording captures the band's transition into a more mature sound, blending R&B sensibilities with polished production typical of the era. The song features the group's signature vocal harmonies, showcasing their ability to convey deep emotion through melody and arrangement rather than overt drama. Released alongside other significant works from 1970 to 1973, it stands as a testament to their enduring legacy in American pop music, reflecting the group's commitment to quality over quantity in their final studio years.