Hell No (I'm Not Alright)
Nanci Griffith · Intersection [2012]
You can talk all day and ask all night
Hell no, I'm not alright
You can talk all day and ask all night
Nothing's gonna change, no end in sight
Hell no, I'm not alright
Did you really think you could be okay
To leave me stranded alone that day
Did you really think you could wait so long
To call me up to see if you're alright
Hell no, I'm not alright
You can talk all day and ask all night
Nothing's gonna change, no end in sight
Hell no, I'm not alright
And you're on the phone when I'm alone
And when you're alone you're all alone
I'm still gone, it's all the same
But I'm taking notes and I'm naming names
Hell no, I'm not alright
You can talk all day and ask all night
Nothing's gonna change, no end in sight
Hell no, I'm not alright
Am I the one, to get you to forget
That the one is gone, gone is gone
Am I suppose to say you're okay
Cause you're not okay and your not okay
Hell no, I'm not alright
You can talk all day, you can ask all night
Nothing's gonna change, no end in sight
Hell no, I'm not alright
Hell no, I'm not alright
You can talk all day and ask all night
Nothing's gonna change, no end in sight
Hell no, I'm not alright
Hell no, I'm not alright
Hell no, I'm not alright
Hell No (I'm Not Alright)
Nanci Griffith's 'Hell No (I'm Not Alright)' stands as a poignant exploration of emotional turbulence within her discography. Recorded for the 2012 album 'Intersection,' the track exemplifies Griffith's signature blend of folk and country storytelling, characterized by her distinctive vocal delivery and introspective lyricism. The song delves into the complexities of relationship strain and personal vulnerability, reflecting themes often found in her broader body of work. By weaving together acoustic instrumentation with raw emotional honesty, Griffith creates a recording that resonates with listeners seeking authenticity in contemporary country music. This piece serves as a testament to her ability to capture the nuances of human feeling through her unique musical voice.