That Was Yesterday
Wynonna Judd · Her Story: Scenes From A Lifetime [2007]
It's finally over
But I can't even cry
So, don't you give me no sweet talk
You done told your last lie
I was your puppet
Just a dancin', dancin' on a string
But when the sun went down last night,
Lord, it changed everything
Today I feel different
'Cause now I can see
That you care more 'bout yourself
Than mistreatin' me
It took me a long time
To figure you out
But misery and pain
Ain't what loves all about
[Chorus]
I was your woman
But ya threw it away
I used to be your very own
Custom made, love slave, do anything for you, little fool
But that was yesterday
That was yesterday
And so it goes
Another lesson gets learned
And in the big book of experience
Another page gets turned
Now you say you need me
Well, honey, you got some nerve
I hope some sweet tomorrow
We'll get what we deserve
[Repeat Chorus]
I'm packing up and movin' on
Your real good thing is good and gone
But I can't even cry
So, don't you give me no sweet talk
You done told your last lie
I was your puppet
Just a dancin', dancin' on a string
But when the sun went down last night,
Lord, it changed everything
Today I feel different
'Cause now I can see
That you care more 'bout yourself
Than mistreatin' me
It took me a long time
To figure you out
But misery and pain
Ain't what loves all about
[Chorus]
I was your woman
But ya threw it away
I used to be your very own
Custom made, love slave, do anything for you, little fool
But that was yesterday
That was yesterday
And so it goes
Another lesson gets learned
And in the big book of experience
Another page gets turned
Now you say you need me
Well, honey, you got some nerve
I hope some sweet tomorrow
We'll get what we deserve
[Repeat Chorus]
I'm packing up and movin' on
Your real good thing is good and gone
That Was Yesterday
Wynonna Judd delivers a poignant country ballad on 'Her Story: Scenes From A Lifetime,' reflecting on the passage of time and the bittersweet nature of memories. The track showcases her signature vocal warmth and storytelling ability, characteristic of her work in the 2000s era of country music. As part of her discography, the recording captures the emotional depth often found in her solo career, focusing on personal reflection rather than narrative drama. The song stands as a testament to her ability to connect with listeners through universal themes of nostalgia and acceptance, fitting seamlessly within the broader landscape of her catalog.