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Introduction
If you’ve ever felt the bittersweet sting of heartache, I Guess It Never Hurts to Hurt Sometimes by The Oak Ridge Boys will feel like a gentle companion for your soul. This poignant ballad, released in 1984, isn’t just a song—it’s a heartfelt conversation about loss, longing, and the journey to acceptance. The song became one of the group’s many No. 1 hits on the country charts, cementing its place as a classic in their storied career.
What makes this song so special is its delicate ability to capture a universal truth: healing takes time, and sometimes, it’s okay to sit with your pain. Penned by Randy VanWarmer, the lyrics are beautifully vulnerable, exploring the quiet moments when the weight of a lost love feels heaviest. The melody, paired with The Oak Ridge Boys’ rich harmonies, adds an emotional depth that resonates long after the final note.
The Oak Ridge Boys deliver the song with an authenticity that only seasoned vocalists can. Their blend of country and gospel roots shines here, each voice contributing to the tapestry of emotion. Lead vocalist Joe Bonsall’s performance stands out, his voice carrying both a sense of sorrow and hope that is utterly captivating.
Listening to I Guess It Never Hurts to Hurt Sometimes is like revisiting an old photo album. It’s nostalgic, introspective, and tender, reminding us of the complexities of love and loss. It’s a song that doesn’t rush to provide answers but instead sits with you in the silence, offering solace in shared experience.
For fans of country music, this track represents everything that makes the genre so profound. It’s storytelling at its finest—simple yet profound, personal yet universal. Whether you’re nursing a broken heart or simply reflecting on life’s ebbs and flows, this song is sure to strike a chord.
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Lyrics
Sometimes I feel a wave
Of a past break in my mind
And I know it’s gone for good
And it makes me want to cry
Is this all we get to keep
As the years go rollin’ by
Just a memory
For all the days gone by
Oh, you’re always in my heart
And you’re often on my mind
I will never let it die
Just as long as I’m alive
Sometimes it makes me sad
That we never said goodbye
Well I guess it never hurts
To hurt sometimes
You try and hold on to the moment
But time won’t let you stay
But for every step you take
You lose something on the way
You can’t look forward to tomorrow
And still hold on to yesterday
Oh, I hope that you can hear
When I’m saying
Oh, you’re always in my heart
And you’re often on my mind
I will never let it die
Just as long as I’m alive
Sometimes it makes me sad
That we never said goodbye
Well I guess it never hurts
To hurt sometimes
Oh, you’re always in my heart
And you’re often on my mind
I will never let it die
Just as long as I’m alive
Sometimes it makes me sad
That we never said goodbye
Well I guess it never hurts
To hurt sometimes
Oh, I guess it never hurts
To hurt sometimes