It's Beginning to Hurt
Rick Nelson · Best Always [Decca] [1965]
Everybody's been tellin' me, that you've been slippin' around
I just laugh, say they're wrong and kinda put them down
I thought that you were havin' fun and you just like to flirt
But now I'm startin' to wonder, 'cause baby it's beginning to hurt.
Oh, I feel a pain, they're whisperin' your name
Yeah, I still love you, tell me it's not true.
I can't believe that you could kiss me and make it seem so right
Then have a date with someone else on the very same night
If it's true, then baby you are treatin' me like dirt
But now I'm startin' to wonder, 'cause baby it's beginning to hurt.
Oh, I feel a pain, they're whisperin' your name
Yeah, I still love you, tell me it's not true.
Oh, I feel a pain, they're whisperin' your name
Yeah, I still love you, tell me it's not true...
It's Beginning to Hurt
Rick Nelson's 1965 recording of "It's Beginning to Hurt" captures the raw vulnerability of his later period, marking a distinct shift from his earlier rock and roll hits. Released on the Best Always compilation, the track showcases his transition toward a more mature, soul-influenced sound that emphasized emotional depth over danceable rhythms. The song reflects Nelson's growing interest in R&B and gospel textures, blending his signature vocal delivery with a somber, introspective mood. As part of his extensive discography during the mid-1960s, the recording stands as a testament to his ability to explore complex feelings beyond the typical teen idol persona, resonating with listeners seeking authentic expression in his music.