I Don't Wanna Play House

Skeeter Davis · Why So Lonely (RCA Victor) [1968]

(Billy Sherrill - Glenn Sutton)

Today I sat alone at my window

And I watched our little girl outside at play

With the little boy next door like so many times before

But something didn't seem quite right today.

So I went outside to see what they were doing

And then the teardrops made my eyes grow dim

'Cause I heard him name a game and I hung my head in shame

When I heard our little girl say to him.

I don't wanna play house, I know it can't be fun

I watched mommy and daddy and if that's the way it's done

I don't wanna play house, it makes my mommy cry

'Cause when she played house my daddy said goodbye.

I don't wanna play house I know it can't be fun

I watched mommy and daddy and if that's the way it's done

I don't wanna play house, it makes my mommy cry

'Cause when she played house my daddy said goodbye...

I Don't Wanna Play House

Skeeter Davis delivers a soulful rendition of 'I Don't Wanna Play House' on the 1968 album Why So Lonely. As a prominent figure in country and gospel music, Davis brought a distinctive vocal style to this track, blending traditional country storytelling with gospel inflections that defined her sound during the late 1960s. The recording captures the emotional depth of a woman seeking freedom from domestic constraints, a theme resonant with the era's evolving social narratives. Her performance remains a notable example of her versatility, showcasing her ability to navigate both secular country and spiritual themes within her discography.