While Gayle is the younger sister of Loretta Lynn, her musical sound is very different from Lynn's. Gayle's career began as country music moved towards a more pop-oriented sound in the 1970s, as exemplified by such performers as Lynn Anderson and Barbara Mandrell. Gayle's music reflects the modern Nashville sound.
I'll Get Over You
Crystal Gayle Lyrics
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All my hurts gonna mend in time
It don't leave no scars behind
I'll get over you
I'll find me a guy one day
Who's not scared to give his heart away
When I do, it's safe to say
[Chorus]
I'll get over you
I'll get through, and when I do
I'll be good as new
When I get over you
From now on, I think I'll lay low
I'll talk fast but I'll move slow
You taught me all I need to know
'Bout gettin' over you
Sometimes think I love you still
Wonder if I always will
But I know it's just until
I get over you
[Chorus]
Sometimes think I love you still
Wonder if I always will
Love for you's so hard to kill
But I'll get over you
[Chorus]
In Crystal Gayle's song "I'll Get Over You," the singer expresses emotions of hurt and heartbreak caused by a failed relationship. The opening lines, "One thing 'bout this heart of mine, all my hurts gonna mend in time," suggest that the singer has hope that she will move on from the pain eventually. She believes that her heart won't leave any scars and she will get over her heartbreak in due course.
The second verse implies that the singer intends to find a man who is willing to give his heart to her without hesitation. She believes that when she eventually finds such a man, it will be easier for her to forget the past and get over the previous relationship. In the chorus, Gayle emphasizes that she will get over her ex-lover entirely; she will come out stronger and better. She decides to lay low and take it slow, taking the time to move on and forget about her past relationship. She knows that she learned enough from that relationship to never make the same mistakes again, and that knowledge is useful in ensuring she does not repeat the same pattern.
In the final verse, however, the singer acknowledges that sometimes, she still loves her ex-lover, and wonders if she always will. She is aware that the idea of being in love with someone is difficult to let go of, but she recognizes that eventually, she will get over him.
Overall, Gayle's "I'll Get Over You" is a song about moving on from heartbreak and accepting change. The song acknowledges the struggles and emotions that come with heartbreak but assures that with time, healing is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
One thing 'bout this heart of mine
Although my heart is hurting now, it will heal with time.
All my hurts gonna mend in time
All the pain I feel from this breakup will eventually fade away.
It don't leave no scars behind
The breakup won't leave any permanent emotional scars on me.
I'll get over you
I will eventually move on from our relationship.
I'll find me a guy one day
I will eventually find someone else who will love me.
Who's not scared to give his heart away
This new guy won't be afraid to open up his heart and love me fully.
When I do, it's safe to say
Once I find this new guy, I know for sure that I will move on from my past relationship.
That I'll get over you
Healing from my past relationship will finally take complete form.
[Chorus]
I know that I will get over you and eventually move on.
From now on, I think I'll lay low
I'm going to take some time for myself and not rush into anything new.
I'll talk fast but I'll move slow
Although I might be excited to find someone new, I will take things slowly.
You taught me all I need to know
This breakup has taught me a lot about love and relationships.
'Bout gettin' over you
Specifically, it has taught me how to move past the pain of our relationship ending.
Sometimes think I love you still
Occasionally, I still have feelings for you.
Wonder if I always will
I'm not sure if these feelings will ever completely go away.
But I know it's just until
However, I understand that these feelings are temporary and will eventually pass.
I get over you
I know that eventually I will move on from our relationship and these lingering feelings.
[Chorus]
Once again, I know that I will get over you and eventually be okay.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD C. LEIGH
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@larrydixon-vi7ld
I had the privilege to see her live at Billy Bob's , she was absolutely the most the BEAUTIFUL WOMAN , I have ever seen in person
@asht4827
I have been listening to this song for 30 something years now. Somehow, this video made me really appreciate the line “you taught me all I need to know about getting over you.” I have always loved Crystal’s way of talking/singing the lyrics during live performances.
@johnbellam254
Most beautiful lady ever in country music ❤️
@herryblackstudio
🙏🙏💕💐💐🙏🙏
@talesfromkenya1761
Absolutely. She was my crush since childhood...Hehe. I am now 30 and she is over 72.
@ccleveland8494
Natural beauty and fantastic voice always love Crystal Gayle
@donaldlinens6281
I loved this woman back then and still do , everytime I see her my heart just flutters.
@redelle2367
she's stunning 😍
@frankgarcia3269
SIMPLY FANTASTIC AND BEAUTIFUL!!
@rodgerhuse7665
I was about 6 years old and she became my first crush when this came out on the radio. I love Crystal Gayle. Every girl I've ever dated or married has the same brown hair, eyebrows, high check bones. Crystal was very influential on a young 6 year old boy back then. I still listen and enjoy. And the girl sitting next to me is mad because she just realized I have a thing for Crystal Gayle and she looks like her. Hey, some guys just have a type. Mine is Crystal Gayle...and the girl next to me. I'm not the only one. Plenty of boys had crushes on her when this song came out. Just admit it.