That Ain't Right

Brenda Lee · Other Songs - Brenda Lee

(B. Tarpley - W. Morgan)

The more you try to put me down

The more I want to hang around

And you know that ain't right.

The more you seem to want to stray

The more I love you everyday

And you know that ain't right.

So put yourself in place of me

I'll push you around and then you'll see

That ain't the way it ought to be

But I can't help myself

I've tried I just accept your little white lies

And you know that ain't right.

The less you seem to care for me

The more I want you to comfort me

And you know that ain't right.

And even though, you treat me bad

I like the treatment that I've had

And you know that ain't right.

So just put yourself in place of me

And I'll push you around

And then you'll see

That ain't the way it ought to be.

But I can't help myself I've tried

I just accept your little white lies

And you know that ain't right.

I said you know that ain't right.

I know you know that ain't right...

That Ain't Right - Brenda Lee

Released in 1960, Brenda Lee's "That Ain't Right" stands as a defining moment in her early career, showcasing her powerful vocal range and signature rockabilly style. The track, recorded during her rise to fame alongside hits like "I'm So Pretty," captures the raw energy of the era with its driving rhythm and Lee's emotive delivery. As one of her most recognizable early recordings, the song exemplifies the transition from country to rock and roll that characterized her discography. It remains a staple of her catalog, illustrating her ability to deliver high-energy performances that resonated with audiences across the United States during the early 1960s.