After The Judds disbanded in 1991, she then went to Texas Wynonna began a solo career, also on Curb. In her solo career, she has released eight studio albums, a live album, a holiday album and two compilation albums in addition to charting more than 20 singles of her own. Her first three singles—"She Is His Only Need", "I Saw the Light," and "No One Else on Earth"—all reached number one on the U.S. country singles charts consecutively, as did 1993's "Only Love" and 1996's, "To Be Loved by You." Three of her albums are certified platinum or higher by the RIAA. She released a new single, "Something You Can't Live Without," in March 2013. Her most recent recording, Wynonna & The Big Noise, was released on February 12, 2016 via Curb Records. Wynonna & the Big Noise are a country band lead by Wynonna and husband Cactus Mosher. Wynonna is most recognized for her musical work, although starting in the 2000s she has also pursued other interests, including writing, acting and philanthropy.
My Strongest Weakness
Wynonna Judd Lyrics
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Please let me in
'Cause I just can't go through
Another heartache again
Pretty lies and alibis
How could I be so blind?
Now all alone and scared to stay
Slowly going out of my mind
He was my strongest weakness
I surrendered heart and soul
It's gonna be a long, long time
'Til I regain control
I'm still a prisoner
Held captive by his memory
He was my strongest weakness
And I'm afraid he'll always be
I gave my faithful heart to someone
I couldn't understand
How he held my little world
In the palm of his hand
Now he's gone and life goes on
So if this pain will ever end
Will I be afraid to risk it all
Ever fall in love again?
He was my strongest weakness
I surrendered heart and soul
It's gonna be a long, long time
'Til I regain control
I'm still a prisoner
Held captive by his memory
He was my strongest weakness
And I'm afraid he'll always be
He was my strongest weakness
And I'm afraid he'll always be
In "My Strongest Weakness," Wynonna Judd sings about her painful experience with a manipulative lover. The song revolves around the theme of vulnerability and how giving your heart away to someone can turn into your strongest weakness. The singer pleads to the keeper of the gates of wisdom to let her in because she can't handle another heartache again. She was a victim of pretty lies and alibis, and now she's left scared, alone, and slowly losing her mind. Judd's emotion-filled voice captures the heartbreak and pain of the situation, making the listener feel the weight of the lyrics.
In the chorus, Judd sings about how she surrendered her heart and soul to the person who became her "strongest weakness." She feels like a prisoner held captive by his memory and is afraid that he'll always be her biggest weakness. The song's lyrics speak to the relatability of a situation where one gives all their heart to someone who ends up using it against them. However, she acknowledges that life goes on, and she's left wondering if she'll ever be able to risk it all and fall in love again.
There are a lot of emotions involved in the song, and the listener can sense the confusion, pain and unfortunate vulnerability at play. It is a beautiful and touching song which provides a glimpse into the human vulnerability and the intricacies of love and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
The keeper of the gates of wisdom
Addressing a higher power or wise entity who can grant understanding and guidance.
Please let me in
Asking for permission to enter a state of enlightenment or understanding.
'Cause I just can't go through Another heartache again
Expressing a fear of experiencing another painful and heartbreaking relationship.
Pretty lies and alibis
Referring to false promises and excuses made by a past lover.
How could I be so blind?
Expressing regret and confusion about not being able to see through the deception and manipulation of a past lover.
Now all alone and scared to stay Slowly going out of my mind
Feeling isolated, scared, and struggling with mental health issues as a result of a failed relationship.
He was my strongest weakness
Acknowledging that the person who brought so much pain and heartache was also the person they loved the most.
I surrendered heart and soul
Giving everything to the person they loved, and now feeling completely depleted.
It's gonna be a long, long time 'Til I regain control
Acknowledging the length of time it will take to recover and gain control over their emotions and life again.
I'm still a prisoner Held captive by his memory
Feeling trapped and haunted by the memories of the past lover.
And I'm afraid he'll always be
Expressing a fear of never truly being free of the past lover's grasp on their heart and mind.
I gave my faithful heart to someone
Expressing a willingness to give their love and trust wholeheartedly to another person.
I couldn't understand
Feeling confused and unable to comprehend the depth of the person they loved's deception and betrayal.
How he held my little world In the palm of his hand
Describing how the person they loved had complete control over their life and happiness, and how it felt like they could make or break their entire world.
Now he's gone and life goes on
Realizing that life continues despite the pain and loss of a past love.
So if this pain will ever end Will I be afraid to risk it all Ever fall in love again?
Wondering if they will ever be able to move on from the pain and heartache, and be willing to take a chance on love again.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Naomi Ellen Judd, Michael Reid
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