Just When I Needed You Most
Dolly Parton Lyrics


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You packed in the morning
I stared out the window
And I struggled for something to say
You left in the rain without closing the door
I didn't stand in your way
Now I miss you more
Than I missed you before
And now where I'll find comfort, god knows
'Cause you left me
Just when I needed you most
Yes, you left me
Just when I needed you most
Now most every morning
I stare out the window
I think about where you might be
I've written you letters that I'd like to send
If you would just send one to me
'Cause I need you more
Than I needed before
And now where I'll find comfort, god knows
'Cause you left me

Just when I needed you most
Yes, you left me
Just when I needed you most
You packed in the morning

I stared out the window
And I struggled for something to say
You left in the rain without closing the door
I didn't stand in your way

Now I love you more
Than I loved you before
And now where I'll find comfort, god knows
'Cause you left me

Just when I needed you most
You left me
Just when I needed you most
Oh, you left me





Just when I needed you most

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dolly Parton's song "Just When I Needed You Most" tell the story of a person left heartbroken after a lover leaves them at a time when they needed them the most. The song starts with the singer describing how their lover packed up and left without a word, even leaving in the rain without closing the door behind them. The singer expresses how lost they now feel without their lover, and how they don't know where to find comfort.


The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the feeling of being left alone just when they needed their lover the most. The second verse sees the singer writing letters to their lover, hoping to hear back from them, but with no response. The song ends with the singer admitting that they still love their ex-lover, despite all the pain they've caused them.


The lyrics of "Just When I Needed You Most" are emotional and powerful, and they resonate with anyone who has experienced heartbreak. The song's universal theme makes it relatable to a wide range of audiences. Dolly Parton's soulful delivery adds to the song's emotional depth, making it a timeless classic.


Line by Line Meaning

You packed in the morning
You left me without warning


I stared out the window
I watched you as you left


And I struggled for something to say
I had no words to persuade you to stay


You left in the rain without closing the door
You didn't look back, you just walked out of my life


I didn't stand in your way
I didn't try to stop you


Now I miss you more
My heart aches more each day


Than I missed you before
I thought I missed you enough, but it's worse now that you're gone


And now where I'll find comfort, god knows
I'm lost without you, and don't know where to turn for comfort


'Cause you left me
Your absence left a void in my life


Just when I needed you most
You left me at my lowest point


Yes, you left me
You're the one who caused my pain and sorrow


Now most every morning
Every morning begins with thoughts of you


I stare out the window
I look out the window hoping to catch a glimpse of you


I think about where you might be
I wonder if you're thinking of me too


I've written you letters that I'd like to send
I've poured my heart out in letters that I wish you'd receive


If you would just send one to me
If only you'd respond, my heart would have some hope


'Cause I need you more
My need for you has grown stronger


Than I needed before
My dependence on you has increased


And now where I'll find comfort, god knows
I'm lost without you, and don't know where to turn for comfort


Oh, you left me
You're the one who caused my heart to break


Just when I needed you most
You left me at my lowest point




Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Randy Van Warmer

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@wachiraireri5252

You packed in the morning, I stared out the window
And I struggled for something to say
You left in the rain without closing the door
I didn't stand in your way
Now I miss you more than I missed you before
And now where I'll find comfort, God knows
'Cause you left me just when I needed you most
Left me just when I needed you most
Now most every morning, I stare out the window
And I think about where you might be
I've written you letters that I'd like to send
If you would just send one to me
'Cause I need you more than I needed before
And now where I'll find comfort, God knows
'Cause you left me just when I needed you most
Left me just when I needed you most
You packed in the morning, I stared out the window
And I struggled for something to say
You left in the rain without closing the door
I didn't stand in your way
Now I love you more than I loved you before
And now where I'll find comfort, God knows
'Cause you left me just when I needed you most
Oh yeah, you left me just when I needed you most
You left me just when I needed you most



All comments from YouTube:

@joycekpornu1907

Canโ€™t stop loving this song

@missyshroad

that is a good song

@Momsdailyagenda

I think a lot of people can relate to this song. What ever is going on in your life, we all need someone. ๐Ÿฅฐ

@billyyandellyoumans8554

All I need is you

@debbieveasey4224

My Life

@MEGAMAGAIrishMan

My ex left me when my parents died and the amount of time I supported her and shit was my thanks

@alicia4324

โ€‹@@MEGAMAGAIrishMansorry

@MEGAMAGAIrishMan

@Alicia Thanks Alicia

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@ragnar3891

I lost my Mom to Cancer in 2012 and my heart goes out to all those who have lost a Mom. " Mother is the word for God on the lips and hearts of all Children". Brandon Lee/ The Crow. Rest in Peace Moms.

@mollynjura5218

To loose a mum is so devastating n nobody can replace her ever.

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