You've Turned To A Stranger
Wanda Jackson · Four Classic Albums [2012]
The nights made you lonely so you want to roam
You're no longer happy with me or your home
You search for excitement content used to grow
You've turned to a stranger that I hardly know.
The flashing of the neon and the songs that they play
The gay crowd and the laughter have lured you away
Once you wanted be with you everywhere that you go
But you've turned to a stranger that I hardly know.
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I can't wash the pain from my tortured mind
With the gay crowd and the music and the bright light that shine
If this makes you happy I don't blame you if you go
You've turned to a stranger that I hardly know.
The glamor of the night life can't lure me away
I'd rather sit waiting and long for the day
You'll return with your love that's faded so slow
No longer a stranger that I hardly know...
You've Turned To A Stranger
Wanda Jackson's 'You've Turned To A Stranger' stands as a defining example of her mastery in country rock and honky-tonk. Recorded for the compilation 'Four Classic Albums [2012]', the track showcases Jackson's signature vocal delivery, blending traditional country storytelling with the rhythmic drive of rock and roll. As a pioneering female figure in the genre, she brought a unique energy to songs exploring themes of heartbreak and betrayal, often delivered with a gritty, authentic tone that resonated with audiences across the 1960s and beyond. This recording highlights her ability to transform standard country structures into compelling narratives of emotional loss, cementing her legacy as a foundational voice in the evolution of country music.