You Don't Count The Cost
Hazell Dean · Other Songs - Hazell Dean
Her heart is filled with joy, while her body's filled with hurt
She holds her baby close to her despite the pain he caused
When it comes to love you don't count the cost
It happens to a soldier fighting for his home
Fear wells up inside him and yet he still goes on
Even though he knows he may be the next to fall
When it comes to love you don't count the cost
You don't count the heartache, you don't count the sacrifice
'Cause all that counts is what you feel inside
And it doesn't really matter what is gained or what is lost
When it comes to love, oh you don't count the cost
It happens all around us each and every day
Someone's giving all they've got for someone else's sake
And if you ever doubt it just think about the cross
When it comes to love you don't count the cost
You don't count the heartache, you don't count the sacrifice
'Cause all that counts is what you feel inside
And it doesn't really matter what is gained or what is lost
When it comes to love you don't count the cost
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You Don't Count The Cost
Hazell Dean's 'You Don't Count The Cost' stands as a defining track from her early solo career, capturing the raw emotional intensity characteristic of her work in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The song exemplifies the British new wave and synth-pop sound that Dean helped popularize, blending melodic sensibilities with a driving rhythm that demanded attention. Recorded during a period when she was establishing her identity as a lead vocalist, the track reflects themes of personal sacrifice and the complexities of relationships, delivered with a vocal style that balanced vulnerability with strength. As part of her broader discography, the recording showcases her ability to craft memorable hooks while addressing universal sentiments of loss and regret. The song remains a testament to the era's musical landscape, where electronic textures met traditional songwriting structures to create a distinct sonic signature.