Pins and Needles (In My Heart)

Hank Locklin · Please Help Me I'm Falling [Bear Family] [1995]

(Floyd Jenkins)



I know not where on earth to find you

I know not how or where to start

I only know I'm here without you

And there's pins and needles in my heart.



The days and nights are growing longer

Since first you said that we must part

But now I know I can't forget you

With these pins and needles in my heart.



--- Instrumental ---



I always see your face before me

Your smile is heaven's work of art

But now you're smiling at another

And there's pins and needles in my heart.



Someday somewhere I know I'll find you

And love will make the teardrops start

And then you'll know how long I've waited

With these pins and needles in my heart.



(With these pins and needles in my heart...)

Pins and Needles (In My Heart)

Hank Locklin delivers a tender country ballad in 'Pins and Needles (In My Heart),' a track that exemplifies his signature ability to weave intricate emotional narratives into simple melodies. Recorded on the Please Help Me I'm Falling album, the song showcases Locklin's refined vocal control and his mastery of the traditional country style that defined his career. The composition reflects the intimate, storytelling tradition of the genre, focusing on the quiet ache of longing and the subtle physical sensations of heartbreak. As part of his broader discography, this recording stands as a testament to his consistent quality and his deep connection to the acoustic roots of American country music.