Thank God You're Gone
Sammy Kershaw · Labor Of Love [1997]
Well, I really look a mess ever since you left I guess
And the grass outside needs mowing
Laundry's stacked up three foot tall but I don't even care at all
And I don't know where I'm going.
Thank God you're gone so you don't see me fall apart
Picking up the pieces of my shattered broken heart
You left me my world came down it's a good thing you're not around to see
I'm really not that strong thank God you're gone.
Well, they took all my things today even hauled my truck away
And the vines died that grew our roses
Don't know if it will ever end seems like I can't find a friend
I find a door and it just closes.
So thank God you're gone so you don't see me fall apart
Picking up the pieces of my shattered broken heart
You left me my world came down it's a good thing you're not around to see
I'm really not that strong thank God you're gone.
--- Instrumental ---
Thank God you're gone so you don't see me fall apart
Picking up the pieces of my shattered broken heart
You left me my world came down it's a good thing you're not around to see
I'm really not that strong thank God you're gone.
Thank God you're gone, thank God you're gone...
Thank God You're Gone
Released in 1997 on the album Labor Of Love, this track by Sammy Kershaw stands as a defining example of his country-pop sound during the late 1990s. The song blends traditional country storytelling with polished pop production, characteristic of Kershaw's work on the Labor Of Love album. It explores themes of relief and moving on from a past relationship, delivered with the emotive vocal style that made him a staple of the genre. The recording reflects the era's shift toward more radio-friendly country anthems while maintaining the narrative depth that defined his earlier hits. As part of his broader discography, the track showcases his ability to craft melodies that resonate with listeners seeking both comfort and escapism in country music.