You Don't Love Me
D-Moe Lyrics
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How come you treat me like a worn out shoe
My hair's still curly and my eyes are still blue
So why don't you love me like you used to do
Ain't had no lovin' like a huggin' and a kissin' in a long long while
We don't get nearer further closer than a country mile
So why don't you spark like you used to do
I'm the same old trouble that you've always been through
So why don't you love me like you used to do
Well why don't you be just like you used to be
How come you find so many faults with me
Somebody's changed so let me give you a clue
Why don't you love me like you used to do
Ain't had no lovin' like a huggin'
So why don't you love me like you used to do
D-Moe's song "You Don't Love Me" is actually a cover of the classic country tune originally recorded by Hank Williams in 1950. The song speaks to the heartbreak of a relationship that is no longer as fulfilling as it once was. The singer is pleading with their partner to love them like they used to, wondering why things have changed.
The first verse finds the singer questioning why their partner is treating them poorly, despite nothing about them having changed. They still have their charming curly hair and beautiful blue eyes. The second verse continues in this vein, with the singer reminiscing about the intimacy they used to share and wondering why their partner won't show them the same affection anymore.
The final verse really hits home, with the singer asking their partner to just be the person they fell in love with in the first place. The partner now finds fault with the singer and it's clear that something has changed in the relationship, but the singer can't figure out what. They simply want things to go back to how they once were.
Despite having been written and recorded over 70 years ago, the sentiments of "You Don't Love Me" are still relevant today. The universal pain of a faltering relationship is a feeling that everyone can relate to. It's no wonder that the song has been covered by countless artists over the years, including D-Moe.
Line by Line Meaning
Well why don't you love me like you used to do
The singer is questioning why their partner doesn't love them as much as they used to.
How come you treat me like a worn out shoe
The singer feels like their partner is treating them poorly and with neglect.
My hair's still curly and my eyes are still blue
The singer is pointing out that nothing about their appearance has changed, so their partner's lack of affection is not due to physical changes.
So why don't you love me like you used to do
The singer is reiterating their confusion about their partner's lack of love.
Ain't had no lovin' like a huggin' and a kissin' in a long long while
The singer hasn't received affectionate touch from their partner in a significant amount of time.
We don't get nearer further closer than a country mile
The singer and their partner are emotionally distant and don't have a close relationship anymore.
So why don't you spark like you used to do
The singer wants their partner to show more passion and enthusiasm in their relationship.
And say sweet nothings like you used to coo
The singer misses the romantic words and gestures their partner used to make.
I'm the same old trouble that you've always been through
The singer acknowledges that they may be difficult to deal with, but they haven't changed in a way that would explain their partner's lack of love.
So why don't you love me like you used to do
The singer is still searching for an explanation for their partner's change in feelings.
Well why don't you be just like you used to be
The singer wants their partner to go back to the way they used to be in terms of their feelings and treatment towards the singer.
How come you find so many faults with me
The singer is frustrated that their partner seems to be criticizing them more than usual.
Somebody's changed so let me give you a clue
The singer acknowledges that something has changed, but they are still seeking information about what it is.
Why don't you love me like you used to do
The singer is still pleading for their partner's love and affection.
Ain't had no lovin' like a huggin'
The singer is highlighting their lack of physical affection from their partner.
So why don't you love me like you used to do
The singer is still confused and in need of answers about their partner's change of heart.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LAWTON WILLIAMS
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