Bad Love Story
Kris Kristofferson · Surreal Thing [1976]
Once again you tried to show me what my eyes refused to see
In the lines between the painful scene we're in
With the silence falling coldly on a world of make believe
And the ending that I still don't understand.
It's a bad love story that I've had to learn my heart
'Cause I've lived these lines so many times before
And it's a shame the way the same old ending still tears me apart
Where the lady still don't love me anymore.
--- Instrumental ---
I can see the truth before me like a mirror on the wall
With a crack or two for ever fool I've been
And I see the lady waitin' for her count down curtain calls
And it's looking like the place that I came in.
It's a bad love storystory that I've had to learn my heart
'Cause I've lived these lines so many times before
And it's a shame the way the same old ending still tears me apart
Where the lady still don't love me anymore.
It's a shame the way the same old ending still tears me apart
Where the lady still don't love me anymore...
Bad Love Story
Kris Kristofferson's 'Bad Love Story' stands as a poignant song in his extensive discography, released on the 1976 album Surreal Thing. Known for his poetic songwriting and deep baritone, Kristofferson often explored themes of heartbreak and disillusionment, hallmarks of the country and folk-rock genres he helped define. This track reflects his ability to craft intimate narratives that resonate with listeners familiar with his broader body of work. While perhaps less ubiquitous than his earlier hits, the song showcases the enduring emotional depth that characterized his mid-career recordings. It remains a testament to his skill in capturing the complexities of romantic failure without relying on cliché, offering a raw and honest perspective on relationships gone wrong.