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Please Hurt Me
The Crystals Lyrics


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If you gotta hurt somebody, please hurt me
And if you gotta break a heart, then please break mine
I won't cry if you deceive me
I'll take it with a smile
I know someday you will leave me
But at least I'll have you for a while
So darlin', if you gotta hurt somebody, please hurt me
And if I have to be a plaything, that's what I'll be
Please hurt me, oh please hurt me
Come on and please hurt me
Why don't you please hurt me

Overall Meaning

The Crystals' song "Please Hurt Me" is a powerful ballad about a woman who willingly accepts heartbreak and pain from her lover. The titular phrase, "please hurt me," reflects the desperation and longing for intimacy even at the cost of emotional turmoil. The singer is fully aware of the inevitable outcome of their relationship, but chooses to enjoy the fleeting moments of passion and connection.


The act of hurting becomes an act of intimacy in this song, as the singer sees it as a way to deepen their love and commitment to each other. The repeated plea for pain and heartbreak can be interpreted in a variety of ways, but ultimately speaks to the human need for emotional connection and the willingness to go to great lengths to achieve it.


The lyrics also portray a sense of resignation and acceptance of a fate already predetermined, further adding to the emotional weight of the song. Despite the emotional toll, the singer is willing to continue the relationship, even if it means being a "plaything." The song ultimately captures the complexity and depth of our emotional needs and desires, and just how far we are willing to go to fulfill them.


Line by Line Meaning

If you gotta hurt somebody, please hurt me
I am willing to take the pain in place of someone else.


And if you gotta break a heart, then please break mine
I want you to know that I am willing to sacrifice myself for your happiness.


I won't cry if you deceive me
Even if you lie to me, I won't upset you.


I'll take it with a smile
I will accept everything with a smile on my face.


I know someday you will leave me
I am aware that you may abandon me one day.


But at least I'll have you for a while
I value the moments we have together.


So darlin', if you gotta hurt somebody, please hurt me
I am begging you to let me be the one to suffer.


And if I have to be a plaything, that's what I'll be
I know I am not your priority, but I will still be here no matter what.


Please hurt me, oh please hurt me
I know it may sound strange, but I want you to hurt me.


Come on and please hurt me
Just come and let it all out on me.


Why don't you please hurt me
I am willing to take any pain you have to offer.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING, GERRY GOFFIN

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