You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)
Lynn Anderson · Songs That Made Country Girls Famous [Chart] [1969]
You've come to tell me something you say I ought to know
That he don't love me anymore and I'll have to let him go
You say you're gonna take him oh but I don't think you can
'Cause you ain't woman enough to take my man.
Women like you they're a dime a dozen you can buy 'em anywhere
For you to get to him I'd have to move over and I'm gonna stand right here
It'll be over my dead body so get out while you can
'Cause you ain't woman enough to take my man.
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Sometimes a man start lookin' at things that he don't need
He took a second look at you oh but he's in love with me
But I don't know where they leave you oh but I know where I'll stand
And you ain't woman enough to take my man.
Women like you they're a dime a dozen you can buy 'em anywhere
For you to get to him I'd have to move over and I'm gonna stand right here
It'll be over my dead body so get out while you can
'Cause you ain't woman enough to take my man.
I said you ain't woman enough to take my man...
You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)
Lynn Anderson's 1969 recording of "You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)" stands as a defining moment in her early career, showcasing her distinctive vocal power within the country genre. The track captures the spirited defiance characteristic of Anderson's style, delivering a bold narrative through her commanding performance. Released during a period of significant growth for the artist, the song helped establish her reputation for interpreting emotionally charged material with clarity and conviction. This recording remains a notable song in her extensive discography, reflecting the production values and musical trends of the late 1960s country scene. It serves as a testament to Anderson's ability to connect with audiences through direct, relatable storytelling, securing her place among the era's most prominent female vocalists.