Cold Cold Heart
Pat Boone Lyrics


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I tried so hard my dear to show that you're my every dream
Yet you're afraid each thing I do is just some evil scheme
A mem'ry from your lonesome past keeps us so far apart
Why can't I free your doubtful mind and melt your cold cold heart
[ piano ]
Another love before my time made your heart sad and blue
And so my heart is paying now for things I didn't do
In anger unkind words are said that make the teardrops start
Why can't I free your doubtful mind and melt your cold cold heart





Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, the singer is addressing their lover, expressing their deep affections and how they've tried to prove that their lover means everything to them. However, despite their efforts, the lover remains hesitant and suspicious of the singer's intentions, due to a past relationship that left them feeling hurt and brokenhearted. The singer is frustrated that this old memory is keeping them apart, and they cannot seem to bridge the gap between them. The lover's doubts and fears are causing arguments, and unkind words are spoken, leading to tears. The singer wonders why they cannot break through their lover's doubts and insecurities and prove that their love is true, and they are not just another person trying to cause them pain.


Line by Line Meaning

I tried so hard my dear to show that you're my every dream
I put in a lot of effort to demonstrate that you are my ultimate desire


Yet you're afraid each thing I do is just some evil scheme
You perceive my actions with suspicion, as if I have a cunning plan


A mem'ry from your lonesome past keeps us so far apart
A recollection of your earlier desolate experiences is preventing us from being together


Why can't I free your doubtful mind and melt your cold cold heart
I wish I could help you overcome your insecurities and warm up to me


[ piano ]
Musical interlude without lyrics


Another love before my time made your heart sad and blue
Your previous relationship, which occurred prior to my entry into your life, caused you pain and misery


And so my heart is paying now for things I didn't do
I am currently experiencing the consequences of someone else's mistreatment of you


In anger unkind words are said that make the teardrops start
When we argue, harsh words are spoken that make you cry


Why can't I free your doubtful mind and melt your cold cold heart
I am at a loss as to how I can ease your apprehension and win your affection




Writer(s): SR., HANK WILLIAMS

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Roy Browning

I used to listen to this song in awe almost everyday when I was 17...now I'm 75 !

dennis pascual

My favorite song at elementary days imagine his magnetic voice, Tanc u Godbless

John Benn

WOW WOW WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From a mad keen 74yo Aussie fan.

TOTY ITALY

Thank you, welcome

Music Selection

Just great Toty , enjoy a great day :) ms

TOTY ITALY

+Music Selection Thank you

Claude Rebello

Sums up my predicament..

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