About the song
## Hurtin’ Inside: A Timeless Tune by The Dave Clark Five
The Dave Clark Five, a British rock band that rose to prominence in the mid-1960s, delivered a timeless melody with “Hurtin’ Inside.” This poignant track, released in 1965, showcases the band’s ability to capture the emotional depth and vulnerability of youth.
“Hurtin’ Inside” is a ballad that delves into the universal experience of heartbreak and longing. The song’s introspective lyrics, coupled with the band’s infectious harmonies, create a powerful and relatable atmosphere. Clark’s soulful vocals convey the pain and sorrow of a lost love, while the instrumental arrangement, featuring a blend of guitars, bass, and drums, provides a solid foundation for the emotional narrative.
The song’s opening lines, “I’m hurtin’ inside, yeah, I’m feelin’ blue,” immediately set the tone for the lyrical content. The subsequent verses explore themes of loneliness, regret, and the desire to reconnect with a former lover. Clark’s heartfelt delivery of lines like “I’m dreamin’ of the days we used to share” evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing.
The bridge of the song introduces a glimmer of hope as the narrator contemplates the possibility of reconciliation. The lyrics “I’m gonna try to win your love back, I’m gonna make you see” suggest a determination to overcome the challenges of the past and rebuild a relationship. However, the final chorus returns to the theme of heartbreak, emphasizing the enduring pain and sorrow that the narrator continues to experience.
“Hurtin’ Inside” is a testament to The Dave Clark Five’s songwriting prowess and their ability to connect with audiences on an emotional level. The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its relatable themes, catchy melody, and the band’s heartfelt performance. It remains a classic example of British Invasion rock and a poignant exploration of the human experience.
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Lyrics
I’ll never know
Why did you leave me
Those tears that show
Are they really grieving me
I know I lied
The tears are in my eyes
Now you’ll never know
That it’s hurting inside, hurting inside
You’ll never know, you’ll never know
Have I done so wrong
That you won’t take me back now
I’m tryin’ to be strong
I hold my tears back now
But if you don’t care
About the tears I’ll shed
Then let me know
Because it’s hurting inside, hurting inside
You’ll never know, you’ll never know
You’ll never know, you’ll never know
Won’t you come on home
And please forgive me
I promise I won’t roam
If you say you still love me
I’ll hold you dear
I’ll hold you near
Close to my heart
And it won’t hurt me inside, hurt me inside
Our love will go on, our love will go on