Her hits include: Better Things To Do, When Boys Meets Girl, If I Were You, Suddenly Single, Poor Poor Pitiful Me, Emotional Girl, Just The Same, Something in the Water, Now That I Found You, You're Easy on the Eyes, Everytime I Cry, Unsung Hero, A Little Gasoline, No Fear, Getting There, Empty, I Just Wanna Be Mad, Three Mississippi, I Wanna Do It All, You Can't Take It With You, Girls Lie Too, The World Needs a Drink, She Didn't Have Time, Damn Right, Slow News Day, Dirty Girl
In late November 2005, she moved to Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
Her contract with Mercury Records Nashville expired in March of 2006 and she signed with BNA Records in 2007. Terri Clark ended her contract with BNA in November 2008 in order to be more creative, to focus more on Canada and to start her own label.
If I Were You
Terri Clark Lyrics
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When I came home tonight
And I could tell by the look you gave me
You were needin' my advice
You say you want more out of life
Than he can give you
As a tear rolls down your face
But girl, I've seen the way he looks at you
[Chorus]
If I were you
I'd run back home tonight
Tell him everything's all right
Yeah, I know what I'd do
If I were you
I'd never let him go
I'd have someone to hold
My whole life through
If I were you
You shouldn't think you're missin' out on something
Because you wear a wedding band
'Cause I can't seem to find somebody
Who wants more than just a one night stand
You know this single life I'm livin'
Ain't all it's cracked up to be
So you've come to the wrong place
If what you want is sympathy
[Chorus]
If I were you
Terri Clark's song "If I Were You" tells the story of a woman who is seeking advice from her friend about whether or not to leave her husband. The woman is unhappy in her marriage and feels like she isn't getting what she needs from her partner. She is seeking comfort and guidance from her friend who assures her that she could find someone who would treat her better if she were to leave her current situation. The chorus of the song offers a hypothetical scenario where Clark imagines herself in her friend's position and what she would do if she were her.
The lyrics speak to the idea of longing for something more in life, while also recognizing that there are trade-offs to be made. The woman in the song is struggling with the idea of leaving her husband and the life they've built together, but at the same time she yearns for something more. Clark's advice is to stay put and work on the relationship, because the grass isn't always greener on the other side.
The song is a poignant commentary on the complicated nature of relationships and the difficulty of making choices that may have a profound impact on our lives. It reminds us that the people we turn to for advice may have their own biases and insecurities that color their judgment, and that ultimately we must choose our own path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
You were standin' at my front door
You came to my house and stood at my doorstep.
When I came home tonight
When I returned home later in the evening.
And I could tell by the look you gave me
From your expression, I could see that you needed my help.
You were needin' my advice
You were seeking my guidance.
You say you want more out of life
You express a desire for greater fulfillment and satisfaction in life.
Than he can give you
You feel that your partner is unable to provide this for you.
As a tear rolls down your face
You begin to cry.
But girl, I've seen the way he looks at you
I have noticed the way your partner looks at you.
And I know someone who'd gladly take your place
I am aware of someone else who would be happy to assume your role.
[Chorus]
Repeated refrain of the song.
You shouldn't think you're missin' out on something
You should not believe that you are missing out on anything important.
Because you wear a wedding band
Simply because you are married.
'Cause I can't seem to find somebody
Because I personally have not been able to find a suitable partner.
Who wants more than just a one night stand
Who is interested in a deeper, more meaningful relationship beyond just one night of intimacy.
You know this single life I'm livin'
I myself am living as a single person.
Ain't all it's cracked up to be
It is not as glamorous and fulfilling as some may think.
So you've come to the wrong place
You have come to the wrong person for sympathy and understanding.
If what you want is sympathy
If your goal is to receive comfort and support.
[Chorus]
Repeated refrain of the song.
If I were you
If I were in your shoes or your position.
I'd run back home tonight
I would immediately return home to your partner.
Tell him everything's all right
Assure him that things are okay between you two.
Yeah, I know what I'd do
I have a clear understanding of what I would do if I were in your situation.
I'd never let him go
I would not let go of my partner.
I'd have someone to hold
I would have my partner by my side to hold and support me.
My whole life through
Throughout the entirety of my life.
If I were you
If I were in your shoes or your position.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TERRI CLARK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@johnspellis5284
Terri Clark is one of country's treasures
@audrakayemcwhorter3106
❤❤I agree❤❤
@sidreddest296
a friend told me...when your with someone...everyone is after you...but when your alone...your really alone...and that is the truth...
@tarameyer-barre2399
Right 💯
@amandareiss5464
Very true!
@codypetersen363
Thats deep and very true
@jessicaclark5957
Sucks but true
@jamesmccurley4834
It suvks when you working 2 jobs and it ain't enough money
@brianneeley6366
That 90’s sound! Such an amazing song. ❤️❤️
@sylliesydney4195
I really can't get tired of this master piece by Terri Clark
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