Put It Off Until Tomorrow
Dottie West · Country Boy and Country Girl (w. Jimmy Dean) [RCA [1970]
Put it off until tomorrow
Oh, oh, you've hurt me enough today
You say our love is over, that you have found another
And you say you're going away.
Leave me tomorrow
Oh, oh, you've hurt me enough today
I've hurt me enough today
You can't believe a word that I say.
But you must accept the fact
I won't be coming back
Oh, but stay, stay just one more day
Loneliness isn't far away.
Put it off until tomorrow
Oh, oh, you've hurt me enough today
Put it off until tomorrow
Oh, oh, you've hurt me enough today...
Put It Off Until Tomorrow
Dottie West's "Put It Off Until Tomorrow" stands as a poignant song in her extensive discography, recorded during a period of significant artistic maturity. Released on the collaborative album Country Boy and Country Girl with Jimmy Dean in 1970, the track highlights West's signature blend of traditional country storytelling and polished vocal delivery. This era marked a time when West was solidifying her reputation as a versatile interpreter of heartbreak and resilience, often navigating themes of delay and emotional hesitation. The recording captures the smooth production values characteristic of RCA Victor releases from that decade, showcasing her ability to convey deep sentiment without relying on theatrical excess. As part of a body of work that includes numerous charting singles and acclaimed albums, this song remains a testament to her enduring influence on the genre and her skill in crafting memorable, emotionally resonant performances.