About The Song

In the realm of country music, few names resonate with the same level of recognition and admiration as Conway Twitty. Renowned for his rich, baritone voice and heartfelt performances, Twitty captivated audiences for decades, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable songs that continue to touch hearts today. Among his vast repertoire of hits, “It Keeps Right on A-Hurtin'” stands as a poignant masterpiece, a timeless ballad that delves into the depths of heartbreak and enduring love.

Released in 1962, “It Keeps Right on A-Hurtin'” marked a turning point in Twitty’s career, propelling him to stardom and solidifying his position as a country music icon. The song’s success can be attributed to its masterful blend of relatable lyrics, a captivating melody, and Twitty’s emotive vocal delivery.

The opening lines of the song paint a vivid picture of a love lost, a heart shattered by the departure of a cherished one:

“I walked out in the rain last night / Without an umbrella in my hand / I didn’t even care if I got soaked / I just wanted to feel something again”

Twitty’s voice, imbued with raw emotion, conveys the protagonist’s despair, the emptiness that lingers in the wake of love’s demise. The imagery of walking out into the rain without an umbrella mirrors the protagonist’s vulnerability, their willingness to embrace the pain as a means of reconnecting with their lost love.

As the song progresses, the lyrics delve deeper into the protagonist’s emotional turmoil, revealing the enduring nature of their heartache:

“It keeps right on a-hurtin’, deep down inside / It’s a feeling that I just can’t hide / I thought it would be over by now / But it keeps right on a-hurtin’ somehow”

These lines poignantly capture the persistence of heartbreak, the way it lingers despite the passage of time and the protagonist’s best efforts to move on. The repetition of the phrase “It keeps right on a-hurtin'” emphasizes the relentless nature of the pain, a constant reminder of the love that was lost.

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Despite the overwhelming sadness that permeates the song, there’s an undercurrent of hope that emerges in the chorus:

“And I know I’ll never get over you / But I’ll learn to live with the pain / It’ll never go away, I know / But I’ll learn to live with the pain”

In these lines, the protagonist acknowledges the permanence of their heartbreak, but also expresses a determination to persevere, to find a way to coexist with the pain. This resilience, this refusal to surrender to despair, is a testament to the human spirit’s ability to endure even the most profound heartache.

“It Keeps Right on A-Hurtin'” is more than just a country song; it’s a universal anthem for anyone who has experienced the pain of lost love. Twitty’s masterful performance and the song’s relatable lyrics have resonated with listeners for generations, cementing its place as a timeless classic in the annals of country music history.

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I cry myself to sleep each nightWishing I could hold you tightLife seems so empty since you went awayThe pillow where you lay your headHolds my lonely tears insteadIt keeps right on a-hurtin’Since you’re gone.
It keeps right on a’hurtin every minute of the dayEvery hour you’re away I feel so lonelyAnd I can’t help it, I don’t think I can go onAnd it keeps right on a-hurtin’ since you’re gone.
They say a man should never cry when I see you passing byMy heart breaks down and cries a million tearsYou broke my heart and set me free you forgot yourMemoriesAnd it keeps right on a-hurtin’ since you’re gone.
It keeps right on a’hurtin every minute of the dayEvery hour you’re away I feel so lonelyAnd I can’t help it, I don’t think I can go onAnd it keeps right on a-hurtin’ since you’re gone