I've Been Hurt
Bill Deal & Rhondels Lyrics


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I've been hurt, hurt, hurt
Yes I've been hurt
I've been hurt like I've never been hurt before
Cause you lied, you lied to me
So leave me alone
Cause I've been hurt
Baby you lied
Darling, what happened, what happened
What happened, what happened last night
I saw you with another guy
Was holding you tight
I've been hurt
Baby you cheated, mistreated
You cheated, cheated on me
And you told me, you told me
You told a whole lot of lies
Darling, what happened, what happened
What happened, what happened last night




Well, I saw you with another guy
He was holding you tight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bill Deal & Rhondels's song "I've Been Hurt" describe the pain and betrayal that the singer has experienced due to their partner's infidelity. The repetition of the phrase "I've been hurt" emphasizes the depth of the singer's emotional pain. The lyrics also suggest a sense of confusion and disbelief as the singer asks for an explanation of what happened the previous night when they saw their partner with another person. The singer accuses their partner of lying and cheating, and ultimately asks to be left alone to deal with their pain.


Interestingly, the song uses a catchy upbeat melody and a danceable rhythm that contrasts with the somber lyrics. This emphasizes the message that people can dance and have fun even while going through heartbreak and difficult times. The song highlights the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of emotional pain.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been hurt, hurt, hurt
I have been in immense pain, discomfort, and distress


Yes I've been hurt
It is an undeniable fact that I have experienced emotional pain


I've been hurt like I've never been hurt before
This is the most intense pain I have felt in my life


Cause you lied, you lied to me
The reason for my pain is that you have deceived me with false statements


So leave me alone
I need to be separated from you to recover from the hurt you've caused


Baby you lied
My love, you have misled and deceived me


Darling, what happened, what happened
Beloved, please tell me the truth about what occurred


What happened, what happened last night
Please explain to me the events of the previous night that caused me distress


I saw you with another guy
I witnessed you in the company of another man


Was holding you tight
He had his arms around you closely


Baby you cheated, mistreated
My love, you have betrayed and misbehaved towards me


You cheated, cheated on me
You have been unfaithful and disloyal to me


And you told me, you told me
You have made false statements to me


You told a whole lot of lies
You have been dishonest with me on multiple occasions


Well, I saw you with another guy
Again, I witnessed you in the company of another man


He was holding you tight
The other man had his arms around you closely




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RAY WHITLEY

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@estherluna4554

I was 14 in 1969 and so much in love, so I thought!!! This song brings so many good old memories. The music back than meant something to everyone. You could dance and dedicate a song to someone and understood all the words to it. The 50's 60's and 70's were the best years. Keep those oldies playing.

@EYE_GOTCHA

I was 14, too, but I didn’t yet have a clue about love lol. I was tall, skinny, dorky and wore brown cats eye glasses. 😂

@user-ek2nk2nc4u

I was 15. Maybe you were in love with me

@HectorBarrios-xo9wd

También yo. Abril 10- 55

@florencerobinson7714

I was 19 and thought I knew everything!! Boy was I wrong!!!

@clovis4891

I was 16 just got my driver's licenseand I thought I was hot stuff😂😂😂😂

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@helenlopez7016

Hermosa melodía ojalá nuevas generaciones la sigan escuchando, no dejen que se pierda en el olvido bendiciones a este maravilloso grupo

@mariosalinas5

En 1969 tenía 7 añitos cuando escuché por la radio I've been hurth.
El mundo parecía demasiado grande para mi.
Viví muchas legrías y tristezas. Pero esta canción me trae la nostalgia de las cosas buenas de aquel maravilloso tiempo.
Aunque era muy pequeño, también me enamoraba ❤😊
De verdad, qué hermoso tema. 👍👏👏👏👏

@MrLARodger

I graduated from High School in 1969 and even thought this was not necessarily one of my favorites songs, I remember it like it was yesterday!! Time passes sooo fast..... Enjoy every minute!!

@anselmogarciar1140

Grandes recuerdos de mi adolescencia, empezaba a despertar a la vida , la edad de las ilusiones y la búsqueda de nuestra identidad, me encantaba este tipo de música, lo maximo en los 70s, gracias por compartir este tema tan representativo de la época, saludos desde USA

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