I Wonder If She Knows
Wanda Jackson · The Best Of Wanda Jackson [1968]
I wonder if she knows how much she hurt you
The day she broke your heart and set you free
In your heart you'll never love another
You're too blinded by her memory.
Heaven only knows how much I love you
Though I know our love can never be
I wonder if she knows you're gettin' even
You're taking all the hurt out on me.
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I wonder if she knows how much you miss her
And you miss her more and more each day
I wonder if she knows my heart is breaking
I'm crying for the love she threw away.
Heaven only knows how much I love you
Though I know our love can never be
I wonder if she knows you're gettin' even
You're taking all the hurt out on me...
I Wonder If She Knows
Wanda Jackson's 1968 recording of 'I Wonder If She Knows' stands as a defining moment in the evolution of country rock and rockabilly. As a pioneering figure who popularized the electric guitar in country music, Jackson's delivery on this track blends her signature twang with a driving, rhythmic energy that bridged the gap between traditional honky-tonk and emerging rock styles. Featured on her 1968 compilation 'The Best Of Wanda Jackson [1968]', the song showcases her ability to adapt her vocal persona for broader audiences while maintaining the authenticity that made her a legend. The recording captures the mid-1960s shift toward more aggressive instrumentation in country music, reflecting Jackson's role as a trailblazer who expanded the genre's sonic palette without compromising its core identity.