If I Cried Every Time You Hurt Me
Wanda Jackson · Greatest Hits [1990]
If I'd cry every time you hurt me
I'd be cryin' all the time
If I made a scene each time you were mean
We'd be quarrellin' all the time.
But I don't cry and I don't get mad
I try to take the good with the bad
If I'd cry every time you hurt me
I'd be cryin' all the time.
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Now and then you say you love me
I try to believe you do
Then you turn right around and hurt me
Like I was nothing to you.
But I love you so and I'll stay somehow
my tears won't flow and my head won't bow
If I'd cry every time you hurt me
I'd be cryin' all the time...
If I Cried Every Time You Hurt Me
Wanda Jackson's 1990 greatest hits compilation features her signature blend of country and rockabilly, anchored by the emotional ballad 'If I Cried Every Time You Hurt Me.' As a pioneering figure in the genre, Jackson helped define the female outlaw image in country music during the 1960s and 70s, often performing with a distinctive twang and powerful vocal delivery. This track exemplifies her ability to deliver raw, personal storytelling within the rockabilly framework, contrasting with her more upbeat rock standards. The recording captures her enduring influence on the genre, showcasing a style that remains a cornerstone of classic country-rock history. Her work continues to resonate with fans who appreciate the authenticity and grit found in her discography.