Just Like a Woman
Rick Nelson · The Last Time Around 1970 - 1982 [2010]
Nobody feels any pain
Tonight as I stand inside the rain
Everybody knows, baby's got new clothes
Lately I see her ribbons and her bows
Have fallen from her curls.
She takes just like a woman
Yes she does, and she makes love just like a woman
Yes she does, and she aches just like a woman
But she breaks just like a little girl.
Queen Mary, she's my friend
I believe I'll go see her again
Nobody has to guess, baby can't be blessed
Till she finds out she's like all the rest
With her car, her amphetamines, and her pearls.
You take just like a woman
Yes you do, and you make love just like a woman
Yes you do, and you ache... a woman
But you break just like a little girl.
It was raining from the first
And I was dyin' there of thirst
So I came in here
Well, your long time curse hurts, but what's worse
Is this pain in here
I can't stay in here
Ain't it clear.
I just don't fit
I believe it's time for us to quit
And when we met again, introduced as friends
Please don't let on that you knew me when
I was hungry, it was your world.
'Cause you take just like a woman
Yes you do, and you make love just like a woman
Yes you do, and you ache... a woman
But you break just like a little girl...
Just Like a Woman
Rick Nelson's rendition of "Just Like a Woman" captures the soulful depth that defined his later career. Moving beyond his early rock and roll stardom, Nelson embraced a more mature, introspective sound during the 1970s, often exploring material that highlighted his vocal versatility. This recording stands as a testament to his ability to interpret classic songwriting with genuine emotion, fitting seamlessly into a discography that spans decades of evolving musical styles. The track reflects the artistic growth of a performer who successfully navigated the transition from teen idol to respected musician, delivering a performance that resonates with the timeless quality of the original composition while maintaining his distinct identity.