Mental Revenge

Linda Ronstadt · Other Songs - Linda Ronstadt

Well I hope that the friend that you've thrown yourself on

Gets drunk and loses her job

And every road that you travel on

Is dusty rocky and hard

I couldn't make you love me

You only made me blue

So all in all if the curtain should fall

Then I hope that it falls on you

And I will have sweet

Sweet sweet mental revenge

I will have sweet

Sweet sweet mental revenge

Well I hope that the train from Caribou, Maine

Runs over your new love affair

You'll walk the floor from dawn to dawn

And you'll tear out your peroxide hair

I never was your woman

Cause you were never true

So all in all if the curtain should fall

Then I hope that it falls on you

And I will have sweet

Sweet sweet mental revenge

I will have sweet

Sweet sweet mental revenge

I will have sweet

Sweet sweet mental revenge

I will have sweet

Sweet sweet mental revenge

About Mental Revenge

Linda Ronstadt's "Mental Revenge" stands as a defining track from her 1973 album *Don't Cry Now*, showcasing her signature ability to blend rock energy with delicate vocal nuance. Recorded during a pivotal era in her career, the song reflects her versatility as an interpreter who could command attention while maintaining emotional intimacy. The track exemplifies the folk-rock and country-rock fusion that characterized her discography, drawing on influences ranging from traditional country ballads to the electric soundscapes of the era. As a standout recording, "Mental Revenge" highlights Ronstadt's capacity to deliver powerful performances that resonated with audiences across generations. Her vocal delivery on this track demonstrates the technical skill and emotional depth that made her a central figure in American music history. The song remains a testament to her enduring legacy, capturing the spirit of the 1970s while establishing a foundation for her later collaborations and continued relevance in the musical landscape.