Hurt So Bad

John Legend · Other Songs - John Legend

"This is called 'Hurt So Bad'. It's about pain." - John Legend



I think I messed up this time

I let you go and I

Can't get no sleep

Ohh...

With thoughts going through my head

When I should've understand

Trying to be free

Ohh...



Oh, I thought I'd get over you

I'm finding it's hard to do

And I'm so confused

I don't know...



Why does it hurt so bad

How come I just can't let you go

I wanna know, yeah

Cause I shouldn't feel this sad

But I can't help it I miss you so

Oh no!

Yeah...



But I had someone around

And I couldn't settle down

Was chasing my dream

Mmm...

And I sit here by myself

And now you're with someone else

When it should be me

Yeah...



I thought it'd get easier

I said I didn't need ya

And I can't believe

I was wrong



Why does it hurt so bad

How come I just can't let you go

I wanna know, yeah

Cause I shouldn't feel this sad

But I can't help it I miss you so

Oh no!

Said yeah...

Why does it hurt so bad

How come I just can't let you go

I wanna know

Now baby

Cause I shouldn't feel this sad

But I can't help it I miss you so

Oh no!



Said it hurts so bad

Hey...

It hurts so bad baby

Yeah, I said it hurts so bad

Oooooh, yeah

Said it hurts me so bad baby

Oh, yeah, said it hurts so bad

Ohhhhh

Said it hurts me so bad baby

Yeah, said it hurts so bad

Whoh-hey, hey, yeah!

Yeah, it hurt me so bad

Yeah... yeah!



I wish you would come around

I wish we could work it out

I wish you were here but you're gone



Why does it hurt so bad

How come I just can't let you go

I wanna know, now baby

Cause I shouldn't feel this sad

But I can't help it I miss you so

Oh no!



Said it hurts so bad

Yeah...

Said it hurts me so bad baby

Oh, said I wish you would come back home

Cause I miss you so bad

And it hurts me so bad

Ohh, ohh, hey, hey,

Said it hurts me so bad baby.

I miss you now, c'mon

Cause it hurts me so bad

It hurts so bad

Yeah, yeah, yeah

Said it hurt me so bad

Yeah...

It hurt so bad

Hurt So Bad

Hurt So Bad stands as a poignant song in John Legend's expansive catalogue, reflecting his signature blend of soulful R&B and contemporary pop sensibilities. The track captures the emotional depth characteristic of his work, exploring themes of heartbreak and vulnerability through a polished musical arrangement. While Legend is widely celebrated for anthems like All Of Me and the introspective tones of his debut album Get Lifted, this song further demonstrates his ability to craft intimate narratives within a mainstream framework. It serves as a reminder of his consistent commitment to vocal excellence and lyrical honesty throughout his career. The recording aligns with his broader discography, offering listeners a moment of reflection that resonates with fans of modern soul music.