Put Yourself In My Place
Supremes · The Supremes A' Go-Go [1966]
Put yourself in my place
If only for a day
See if you can stand
The awful hurt I feel inside
Put yourself in my place
For just a little while
Live through the loneliness
The endless emptiness
I go through
And when you lose a little sleep at night
Cause you ain't been treated right
Then you know heartaches are sad
Sitting by the telephone
Being left all alone
Then you know why I'm feeling bad
Put yourself in my place
And when you're just about to go insane
Cause it hurts to love in vain
Ask a girl who's been in love
I believed your evil line
Now I'm left alone and crying
Alone to count the stars above
Put yourself in my place
If only for a day
See if you can stand
The awful emptiness
I feel inside
Put yourself in my place
Put yourself in my place
For just a little while
Why don't you try it
Why don't you try it
Why don't you try it baby
Put yourself in my place
If only for a day
Why don't you, why don't you
Why don't you try it
Why don't you try it
Why don't you try it baby
Put yourself in my place
Put Yourself In My Place
Put Yourself In My Place stands as a defining track from The Supremes' 1966 album, The Supremes A' Go-Go. Released during the group's most commercially potent era, the recording captures the polished, sophisticated sound that characterized their dominance in the Motown catalog. The song exemplifies the tight harmonies and rhythmic precision that made the trio a global phenomenon, showcasing their ability to deliver emotionally resonant pop with an infectious groove. As part of a prolific period for the label, this track highlights the seamless production values that defined mid-sixties soul music. The Supremes utilized this platform to explore themes of empathy and relationship dynamics, cementing their status as one of the most influential acts in music history. Their work on this album remains a testament to their enduring legacy and artistic versatility within the genre.