I Ain't Never
Mel Tillis · Hitside! 1970-1979 [Raven] [2006]
Well, I ain't never, I ain't never seen nobody like you
No, no, no never have I ever seen nobody like you.
You call me up and say to meet me at nine
I have to hurry, hurry but I'm there on time
I walk a-right up and knock on your door
The landlord says she ain't a-here no more.
I ain't never, oh darling, seen nobody like you
Hoo, hoo, but I love you, yeah, I love you
I love you just the same.
--- Instrumental ---
Well, you tell me sweet things that you don't mean
You've got me a-livin' in a hunted dream
You make me do things I don't wanna do
My friends ask me Tillis what's wrong with you?
I ain't never, oh darling, seen nobody like you
Hoo, hoo, but I love you, yeah, I love you
I love you just the same.
I love you just the same.
I love you just the same...
I Ain't Never
Mel Tillis delivers a smooth, upbeat country-pop performance on 'I Ain't Never,' a track that showcases his signature charm and vocal warmth. Recorded during the late 1960s and released on the compilation 'Hitside! 1970-1979,' the song reflects the era's blend of traditional country and pop sensibilities. Tillis's delivery is characteristic of his career, balancing humor with sincerity in a tune that became a staple of his discography. The recording captures the lively spirit of his work with Sherry Bryce and other collaborators, cementing his status as a beloved figure in country music history. This track remains a quintessential example of his ability to craft memorable, radio-friendly hits that defined his public image.