I Don't Want A Lover

Texas · Say What You Want - The Collection [2012]

I don't want a lover, I just need a friend

I don't want a lover, I just need a friend



You can't just leave me to face life on my own

I know you don't love me no more, I knew this day it would come

Even when it cuts so deep, it's true I still want you

But the harder I try, the more I seem to lose



I don't want a lover, I just need a friend

I've had time to recover, now that I know it wasn't love



It's always a different story when it's me who's in the wrong

But you can't have it all cause I'm the one who's strong

I've already been burnt before, once but never again

I know the time will come, that's when you'll need me then



I don't want a lover, I just need a friend

I've had time to recover, now that I know it wasn't love

I don't want a lover, I just need a prayer

I know you never cared, now that I know it wasn't love



You don't even care about what I'm saying

You don't even think what you're doing

All you see is what you want it to be

But in there there's just no room for me, yeah



(Piano solo)



I don't want a lover, I just need a friend

I've had time to recover, now that I know it wasn't love

You don't even care about what I'm saying

You don't even think what you're doing

All you see is what you want it to be

There's just no room in there for me

I don't want a lover, I just need a friend

I've had time to recover, now that I know it wasn't love

I don't want a lover, I just need a prayer

I know you never cared, now that I know it wasn't love.

About I Don't Want A Lover

Texas delivers a soulful and emotive performance on "I Don't Want A Lover," a track that exemplifies the band's signature blend of gritty rock and heartfelt storytelling. Released as part of the 2012 compilation "Say What You Want - The Collection," the song stands as a testament to Texas's ability to craft anthems that resonate with themes of longing and emotional vulnerability. The recording captures the raw energy of their live sound, featuring driving rhythms and melodic vocals that have become staples in their discography. This track, often featured alongside other hits like "In My Heart" and "Put Your Arms Around Me," highlights the band's enduring appeal within the rock genre. It serves as a powerful reminder of their capacity to connect with audiences through authentic musical expression, cementing their legacy as a group that prioritizes emotional depth in their songwriting and performance style.