The Girl I Love
The Osmonds · Other Songs - The Osmonds
Want her to love and cherish me forever
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
Bout to lose my mind
I don't want your sympathy for the shape that I'm in
I've been hurt before I don't want it to happen again
I gave you my love so unselfishly
But all that I got back in return was misery
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
Bout to lose my mind
Bout to lose my mind
My papa told me, son you better wait
But I didn't listen, now I got to pay
If I had listened to what I was told
I can't see how I'd be treated so cold
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
Bout to lose my mind
Bout to lose my mind
I need a love that I can depend on yeah
I need a love that keeps me going strong
I need a love that shines like a light yeah
I need a love that can keep me uptight
Cause I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
Well I've been hurt, misused, confused, abused
Hey, hey, don't you know
That I've been treated so bad, treated so cold
Somebody please have mercy on my soul
Because I've fallen in love too many times
Just to be hurt and treated unkind
The Girl I Love
Released by The Osmonds, "The Girl I Love" stands as a quintessential example of their mid-1970s pop-rock sound, blending youthful energy with polished production. The track exemplifies the group's signature style, characterized by tight harmonies and a driving rhythm section that defined their era. While often associated with their broader catalog of romantic ballads and upbeat dance tracks, this recording captures the specific charm of The Osmonds' transition into the 1970s, where they moved beyond their earlier teen idol image to explore more mature themes of love and heartbreak. The song remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the enduring appeal of their melodic approach to pop music and their ability to craft catchy, emotionally resonant songs that have been covered and celebrated by fans for decades.