Don't Leave Me
Al Green and The Soul Mates Lyrics
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Ohh, listen to me
My tears won't flood away, ohh, yeah
You look in my eyes, you will realize
I've been hurting, being mistreated
I'm a lonely fool, I've been cheated, baby, yeah
Ooh, baby, baby, yeah, don't hurt me no more
Will you [Incomprehensible]?
Ooh, never say goodbye
Do you know that I'm on my knees?
Girl, I'm cryin', need a lovin' hand
My heart is hurtin', baby, yeah
Don't hurt me no more
Ooh, yeah, baby, baby, don't hurt me no more now
I'm on bended knees, yeah, baby, baby, don't hurt me no more
In Al Green's "Don't Hurt Me No More," the song's narrator laments being mistreated by a lover. He sings about his pain, referencing his heart and tears as physical manifestations of the emotional toll of his heartbreak. As the song progresses, he begs his partner not to hurt him anymore, pleading with her not to say goodbye. He expresses his vulnerability, admitting that he is on his knees and crying out for a "loving hand" to help him through his heartache.
Throughout the song, the singer's vulnerability and pain are palpable. The lyrics paint a picture of a man who has been mistreated and is desperate for love and affection. The repetition of the phrase "don't hurt me no more" emphasizes his need for protection and tenderness from his partner, highlighting the depth of his emotional pain.
Overall, "Don't Hurt Me No More" is a powerful exploration of heartbreak and vulnerability. The lyrics offer a poignant insight into the emotional turmoil that can result from a broken heart, and Green's soulful delivery ensures that the song's message resonates with listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
My heart beats the pain
I am in emotional pain and my heart is physically reacting to it.
Ohh, listen to me
I am pleading with you to pay attention to my feelings and hear me out.
My tears won't flood away, ohh, yeah
My sadness is not going away easily, despite my efforts.
You look in my eyes, you will realize
If you take the time to look into my eyes, you will see the pain I am feeling.
I've been hurting, being mistreated
I have been suffering emotionally and have not been treated well.
I'm a lonely fool, I've been cheated, baby, yeah
I feel foolish for being alone and I have been deceived by someone I trusted.
Don't hurt me no more now
I am asking you to stop causing me emotional pain.
Ooh, baby, baby, yeah, don't hurt me no more
I am emotionally vulnerable and am begging you to treat me with care.
Will you [Incomprehensible]?
The lyrics are unclear, but this line likely means 'will you help me?' or 'will you understand me?'
Ooh, never say goodbye
I do not want to lose you and am afraid you will leave me.
Do you know that I'm on my knees?
I am so emotionally desperate that I feel like I am begging for your attention and affection.
Girl, I'm cryin', need a lovin' hand
I am trying to express that I need comfort and love from someone who cares about me.
My heart is hurtin', baby, yeah
My emotional pain feels unbearable and I need help to alleviate it.
I'm on bended knees, yeah, baby, baby, don't hurt me no more
I am so emotionally vulnerable that I am physically on my knees, begging you to be kind to me and not cause me further pain.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CURTIS RODGERS, PALMER JAMES
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@skinheadsoulbhoy2858
I came across this on the scene a few years back then I forgot all bout it, fast forward to today and a copy dropped through my letter box. A sweet soulful sound from the Reverend ✊
@boltonsoul1
PROPA TUUUUNE .............GOOSEBUMPS /TEARS ........🥰
@cazzajee2593
Love this 👍❤️👍
@indy5624
Great sound from Al Greene .
@17soulable
Don't know this one but a likes it a lot. cheers bro.
@suzyqualcast6269
Unknown by this ear til followed reference S. Source and came back here. Ain't bad at all. Nice one.
@jimmyglass1102
new to me, brilliant
@iancook741
brilliant
@alain59200
TOP BRICO
@marrbill
Superb b side sound which seems to be pretty unknown for some strange reason