You Just Keep Me Hangin' On
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
Set me free, why don't you babe
Get out my life, why don't you babe
'Cause you don't really love me
You just keep me hangin' on
You don't really need me
You just keep me hangin' on
Why do you keep a coming around
Playing with my heart?
Why don't you get out of my life
And let me make a new start?
Let me get over you
The way you've gotten over me
Set me free, why don't you babe
Let me be, why don't you babe
'Cause you don't really love me
You just keep me hangin' on
You don't really want me
You just keep me hangin' on
You say although we broke up
You still wanna be just friends
But how can we still be friends
When seein' you only breaks my heart again
And there ain't nothing I can do about it!
Set me free, why don't you babe
Get out my life, why don't you babe
Set me free, why don't cha babe
Get out my life, why don't cha babe
You claim you still care for me
But your heart and soul needs to be free
Now that you've got your freedom
You wanna still hold on to me
You don't want me for yourself
So let me find somebody else, oh
Why don't you be a woman about it
And set me free
Now you don't care a thing about it
You're just using me
Get out, get out, get out of my life
And let me sleep at night
'Cause you don't really love me
You just keep me hangin' on...
About You Just Keep Me Hangin' On
Tom Jones's "You Just Keep Me Hangin' On" stands as a defining track of the British Invasion era, showcasing his signature baritone voice and theatrical flair. Released in the mid-1960s, the song blends rock and roll energy with the soulful delivery that became his trademark, distinguishing it from the more polished pop standards often associated with his later career. As a staple of his discography, the recording captures the raw, charismatic performance style that made him a global icon. The track exemplifies the genre's evolution during this period, where artists like Jones merged American R&B influences with UK rock sensibilities to create a sound that resonated across continents. Its enduring popularity highlights Jones's ability to deliver high-energy performances that remain relevant in the broader context of classic rock and roll history.