Why Can't He Be You
Patsy Cline
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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 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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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.
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Performance FactsThe song was recorded by both Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline. Patsy Cline recorded it in 1962, while Loretta Lynn released her version in 1977.
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Recording FactsThe song was one of the last to be recorded by Patsy Cline before her death in a plane crash in 1963.
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Album FactsLoretta Lynn's version of "Why Can't He Be You" was included on her tribute album to Patsy Cline, titled "I Remember Patsy".
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Chart FactsWhile not released as a single by either artist, the song remains a favorite among fans of both Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn.
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Interpretation FactsThe song's lyrics explore the pain of unrequited love and longing for someone who is not the person you're currently with.
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Collaboration FactsAlthough 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.
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Posthumous Release FactsPatsy Cline's version was released posthumously in 1980, over 15 years after her death, as part of a compilation album titled "Always."
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Covers FactsThe song has also been covered by numerous artists in various genres, including jazz singer Norah Jones and country artists LeAnn Rimes and George Jones.
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Legacy FactsThe 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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