Wells' success in the 1950s and 1960s was so enormous that she still ranks as the sixth most successful female vocalist in the history of the Billboard country charts according to historian Joel Whitburn's book "The Top 40 Country Hits", behind Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, Reba McEntire, Tammy Wynette, and Tanya Tucker. Wells was the third country music artist, behind Roy Acuff and Hank Williams, to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1991 as well as being the seventh woman and first Caucasian woman to receive the honor. In 1976, she was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Repenting
Kitty Wells Lyrics
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I'm begging you to let me make command
Repenting yes I'm repenting I promise never do you wrong again
On my knees I'm asking your forgiveness
Please heed a humble heart laid at your feet
Too late I know a love like yours is different
It's all I need to make my life complete
Repenting yes I'm repenting I'll never make the same mistakes again
On my knees I'm asking...
In Kitty Wells's song "Repenting," the singer regrets and repents for a few careless hours that never should have happened. She begs for forgiveness and promises to never do wrong again. She acknowledges the love she has lost and the wrong she has done but is willing to do anything to make things right again. The lyrics show a sense of contrition and humility as she asks for her lover's forgiveness, realizing that their love is different and all she needs to make her life complete.
The song touches upon a common theme of country music: love and loss. It highlights the emotions that come with regret and the desire to make things right again. The lyrics are simple yet heartfelt, making it relatable for many who have gone through similar experiences. Kitty Wells portrays the feelings of regret and remorse so authentically, it's hard not to feel for her.
Line by Line Meaning
Repenting yes I'm repenting those few careless hours that never should have been
I am regretful and apologetic for the few thoughtless moments that should never have happened
I'm begging you to let me make command
I plead with you to allow me to make amends
Repenting yes I'm repenting I promise never do you wrong again
I declare that I am remorseful and vow to never hurt you again
On my knees I'm asking your forgiveness
I am on my knees, asking for your pardon and mercy
Please heed a humble heart laid at your feet
I implore you to listen to my humble and contrite heart, which I offer to you
Too late I know a love like yours is different
I realize it is too late, but now understand that a love like yours is unique and special
It's all I need to make my life complete
I acknowledge that your love is all I need to feel whole and fulfilled
Repenting yes I'm repenting I'll never make the same mistakes again
Once again, I express deep regret and assure you that I will not repeat my mistakes
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This line has no specific meaning.
On my knees I'm asking...
Once again, I humbly request forgiveness while expressing my remorse and sorrow.
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al manook
Very under-rated record, in my opinion. Saw her at The San Diego Municipal Auditorium, (long gone), when I was stationed in San Diego. This record was in the then Top Ten list of country hits.
Gordo Nicholson
I loved Kitty Wells oh how she entertained me with the lyrics of her songs when I was young. She was a plum pretty natural brunette no make up and false eye lashes needed. I took my place in the front row and a chill would come over me when she appeared...RIP Kitty.
Bill Wilcox
Kitty is the best!!! Thanks for posting this! I still have my original 45
Donald Froud
Thaks for sharing Kitty. Huggsss