I'm Gonna Listen To Me
Moe Bandy · It Was Always So Easy (GRC) [1974]
When I loved you I was foolish and I knew it
Being true was something you could not retain
After all the times I told myself don't do it
Like a moth I fall into your burnin' flame.
Oh the next time I tell me somethin' I'm gonna listen to me
Especially when I tell myself and self agrees
Both me and myself oughta be strung up in a hanging tree
The next time I tell me somethin' I'm gonna listen to me.
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Knowing all the time that someday you would leave me
This ole crazy heart of mine kept hangin' on
You've done everything to hurt me and deceive me
Lucky me you found another now you're gone.
Oh the next time I tell me somethin' I'm gonna listen to me
Especially when I tell myself and self agrees
Both me and myself oughta be strung up in a hanging tree
The next time I tell me somethin' I'm gonna listen to me.
The next time I tell me somethin' I'm gonna listen to me...
About I'm Gonna Listen To Me
Moe Bandy's "I'm Gonna Listen To Me" stands as a quintessential example of his late 1970s country-pop output, delivered with the characteristic charm and vocal warmth that defined his career. Recorded for the album *It Was Always So Easy (GRC) [1974]*, the track exemplifies the genre-blending approach Bandy mastered, seamlessly merging traditional country storytelling with pop sensibilities that appealed to a broad audience. The song reflects the era's focus on personal growth and self-reflection, themes Bandy often explored in his discography alongside hits like "If She Keeps Loving Me" and "I Just Started Hatin' Cheatin' Songs." As a staple of his catalog, the recording showcases Bandy's ability to craft melodies that are both catchy and emotionally resonant, characteristic of the working-class narratives prevalent in his work. The song remains a representative piece of his contribution to the country-pop sound of the mid-to-late 1970s, capturing the spirit of an artist who prioritized authentic expression over rigid genre boundaries. Its enduring appeal lies in its straightforward delivery and the relatable content that continues to resonate with listeners of classic country music.