I Don't Wanna Play House
Dottie West · What I'm Cut Out to Be [RCA Victor] [1968]
Today I sat alone at my window
And I watched our little boy outside at play
With the little girl next door like so many times before
But something didn't seem quite right today.
So I went outside to see what they were doing
And then the teardrops came my eyes would lame
'Cause I heard him name the game
And I hung my head in shame.
When I heard our little boy say to her
(I don't wanna play house, I know it can't be fun
I watched mommy and daddy and if that's the way it's done
I don't wanna play house it makes my mommy cry
'Cause when she played house my daddy said goodbye.)
(I don't wanna play house, I know it can't be fun
I watched mommy and daddy and if that's the way it's done
I don't wanna play house it makes my mommy cry
'Cause when she played house my daddy said goodbye...)
About I Don't Wanna Play House
Dottie West's "I Don't Wanna Play House" stands as a defining track from her 1968 album *What I'm Cut Out to Be*, showcasing her mastery of the honky-tonk and country pop styles that characterized her career. Recorded for RCA Victor, the song reflects the era's focus on romantic resilience and the complexities of domestic life, themes central to West's discography. As a prominent figure in country music, West delivered this recording with a vocal style that blended traditional country authenticity with a polished, radio-friendly sheen. The track exemplifies her ability to craft songs that resonated with audiences seeking both emotional depth and catchy melodies, solidifying her reputation as a leading female artist in the genre during the late 1960s. Her work on this album contributed significantly to her legacy as a songwriter and performer who navigated the shifting musical landscape of the time with grace and skill.