I'd Be More Of A Woman

Bonnie Owens · Other Songs - Bonnie Owens

I'm not too much of a woman at least that's what you say

But you want me to get over love and it just don't work that way

You tell me I'm failing you when I've done all I can

I'd be more of a woman if you'd be more of a man

I'd be more of a woman the way you want me to be

But you've gotta show me a better man if you gonna see the best of me

If I'm gonna make you happy you gotta give me a helping hand

I'd be more of a woman if you'd be more of a man

You don't know much about women not near what you think you do

You think when you snap your fingers I ought to fall all over you

You're always talking bout other girls I can do anything they can

And I'd be more of a woman if you'd be more of a man

I'd be more of a woman

I'd Be More Of A Woman

Recorded by Bonnie Owens, this track exemplifies the raw, confessional style characteristic of her work in the early 1970s. Owens, a prominent figure in the American folk and country revival, delivered this song with a voice that blended traditional storytelling with a distinctively feminine perspective on gender roles and emotional vulnerability. The recording captures the intimate atmosphere of her live performances, where she often explored themes of self-discovery and the complexities of identity. As part of her broader discography, the song stands as a testament to her ability to craft narratives that resonated deeply with listeners of the era, reflecting the social shifts occurring in folk music at the time.