I'D RATHER GIVE IT AWAY TO A STRANGER (THAN THROW IT AWAY ON YOU)
(Becky Hobbs / Candy Parton)


Charly McClain - 1982



Right from the start I knew you'd break my heart
But like a fool I fell, now I can only blame myself
You left me alone one too many nights
Though I'm still in love with you, I gotta say goodbye

I'd rather give it away to a stranger than throw it away on you
'Cause I don't care if he's not there when the lovin's through
I'd rather give it away to a stranger that needs some lovin' too
I'd rather give it away than throw it away on you

I looked into your eyes and I kissed my heart goodbye
I listened to your words, but I didn't hear your lies
Now I've been hurt enough and I've loved you much too long
So take one last look at me, it's my turn to be gone

I'd rather give it away to a stranger than throw it away on you
'Cause I won't care if he's not there when the lovin's through
I'd rather give it away to a stranger that needs some lovin' too
I'd rather give it away than throw it away on you

Now you're beggin' for one more chance to make a new start
Oh, but if I do, I'd just be givin' you another chance to break my heart

I'd rather give it away to a stranger than throw it away on you
'Cause I won't care if he's not there when the lovin's through
I'd rather give it away to a stranger that needs some lovin' too
I'd rather give it away than throw it away on you

I'd rather give it away to a stranger than throw it away on you
'Cause I won't care ............. FADE



(Transcribed by Mel Priddle - June 2017)