Why Can't He Be You

Loretta Lynn

About Why Can't He Be You

"Why Can't He Be You"' is a song written by Hank Cochran that was originally recorded by American country artist Patsy Cline. The song became a minor chart hit was later included on Cline's Greatest Hits album. It has since been notably covered by Loretta Lynn and Norah Jones.


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1994
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He takes me to the places you and I used to go
He tells me over and over that he loves me so
He gives me love that I never got from you
He loves me too his love is true why can't he be you
He never fails to call and tell me I'm on his mind
And I'm lucky to have such a guy I hear it all the time
And he does all the things that you would never do
He loves me too his love is true why can't he be you
No he's not the one who dominates my mind and soul
And I should love him so cause he loves me I know
But his kisses leave me cold
He sends me flowers calls on the hour just to prove his love
And my friends say when he's around I'm all he speaks of
And he does all the things that you would never do
He loves me too his love is true why can't he be you

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Loretta Lynn

Loretta Lynn (née Webb; born on April 14, 1932) is an American country-music singer-songwriter and author. Born in Butcher Hollow, near Paintsville, Kentucky, USA, to a coal-miner father. At the age of 14 she married, and soon she became pregnant. She moved to Washington state with her husband, Oliver Vanetta Lynn, Jr. (1926–1996), nicknamed "Doo". Their marriage was tumultuous; he had affairs, and she was headstrong; their life together helped to inspire her music. more »

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Written by: Hank Cochran

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10 facts about this song

Songwriting Facts
"Why Can't He Be You" was written by Hank Cochran, a well-known songwriter who has penned numerous country hits.
Performance Facts
The song was recorded by both Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline. Patsy Cline recorded it in 1962, while Loretta Lynn released her version in 1977.
Recording Facts
The song was one of the last to be recorded by Patsy Cline before her death in a plane crash in 1963.
Album Facts
Loretta Lynn's version of "Why Can't He Be You" was included on her tribute album to Patsy Cline, titled "I Remember Patsy".
Chart Facts
While not released as a single by either artist, the song remains a favorite among fans of both Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn.
Interpretation Facts
The song's lyrics explore the pain of unrequited love and longing for someone who is not the person you're currently with.
Collaboration Facts
Although Patsy Cline's version was recorded first, it is often Loretta Lynn's version that comes to mind for many people due to her close friendship and professional connection with Cline.
Posthumous Release Facts
Patsy Cline's version was released posthumously in 1980, over 15 years after her death, as part of a compilation album titled "Always."
Covers Facts
The song has also been covered by numerous artists in various genres, including jazz singer Norah Jones and country artists LeAnn Rimes and George Jones.
Legacy Facts
The emotional honesty of "Why Can't He Be You" has cemented it as a classic in the country genre, and ensured its continued popularity among fans of both Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline.

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