Don't Touch Me
Wanda Jackson · Cream Of The Crop [1968]
(Hank Cochran)
Your hand is like a torch each time you touch me
But that look in your eyes pulls me apart
Don't open the door to heaven if I can't come in
Don't touch me if you don't love me, sweetheart.
Your kiss is like a drink when I'm thirsty
And I'm thirsty for your love with all my heart
So don't love me then act as though we've never kissed
Don't touch me if you don't love me, sweetheart.
So don't give me something that you might take away
To have you then lose you wouldn't be smart on my part
Don't open the door to heaven if I can't come in
Don't touch me if you don't love me, sweetheart...
Your hand is like a torch each time you touch me
But that look in your eyes pulls me apart
Don't open the door to heaven if I can't come in
Don't touch me if you don't love me, sweetheart.
Your kiss is like a drink when I'm thirsty
And I'm thirsty for your love with all my heart
So don't love me then act as though we've never kissed
Don't touch me if you don't love me, sweetheart.
So don't give me something that you might take away
To have you then lose you wouldn't be smart on my part
Don't open the door to heaven if I can't come in
Don't touch me if you don't love me, sweetheart...
Don't Touch Me
Wanda Jackson's "Don't Touch Me" stands as a defining track in the evolution of country rock and rockabilly. Released on the 1968 album *Cream Of The Crop*, the recording showcases Jackson's signature vocal style, blending the raw energy of rock with traditional country storytelling. As one of her most recognized singles, the song exemplifies her ability to fuse electric instrumentation with a distinct, powerful vocal delivery that bridged the gap between rural roots and mainstream rock audiences. The track remains a staple of her discography, reflecting the era's shift toward harder-edged country sounds while maintaining the narrative depth characteristic of her body of work.