In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.
Walk Softly On My Heart
Bill Monroe Lyrics
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You want me to take you back once more
You say you need a helping hand dear
But that's what you told me once before
Walk softly on this heart of mine, love
Don't treat it mean and so unkind
Let it rest in peace and quiet, love
I know you soon will find a new love
I feel your heart is turned to stone
But please let me down real easy
For loneliness moves in as you move on
Walk softly on this heart of mine, love
Don't treat it mean and so unkind
Let it rest in peace and quiet, love
Walk softly on this heart of mine
The lyrics of Bill Monroe's song "Walk Softly On My Heart" depict a plea from a person who has been hurt by their partner in the past. The singer's partner has come back, asking for forgiveness and a chance to start anew. However, the singer is not entirely convinced and is guarded about the possible consequences of allowing the partner back into their life.
The singer asks their partner to "Walk softly on this heart of mine" because it has been hurt before. They do not want their partner to be mean or unkind to them anymore. The singer acknowledges that their partner may soon find someone new, and they do not want to be hurt even more when that happens. The idea of loneliness moving in as the partner moves on shows the depth of the singer's hurt and fear of being hurt again.
Overall, the lyrics convey a poignant message about the fragility of relationships and the importance of being kind, gentle, and understanding towards one another.
Line by Line Meaning
You say you're sorry once again dear
You're apologizing again, but it's not the first time you've hurt me.
You want me to take you back once more
You're asking me to forgive you and continue our relationship despite the pain you've caused me in the past.
You say you need a helping hand dear
You're claiming that you need my support and assistance, but this is a repeat of what you've told me before.
But that's what you told me once before
I've heard this before, and I'm not sure if I can trust you or believe what you're saying.
Walk softly on this heart of mine, love
Please treat my heart with care and gentleness.
Don't treat it mean and so unkind
Please don't cause me any more pain or hurt.
Let it rest in peace and quiet, love
I need some space and time to heal and recover from the hurt you've caused me.
I know you soon will find a new love
I understand that you will eventually move on and find another person to love.
I feel your heart is turned to stone
I sense that you've become cold and hardened towards me, and you no longer have feelings for me.
But please let me down real easy
Please be gentle and kind as you move on from our relationship, as I'm still feeling hurt and vulnerable.
For loneliness moves in as you move on
As you move on, I'll be left feeling lonely and sad without you.
Walk softly on this heart of mine, love
Once again, please treat my heart with care and gentleness.
Don't treat it mean and so unkind
Please don't cause me any more pain or hurt.
Let it rest in peace and quiet, love
I need some space and time to heal and recover from the hurt you've caused me.
Lyrics © WARNER CHAPPELL MUS,
Written by: Bill Monroe, Jake Landers
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