About The Song
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"Heartbreak Hotel" by Whitney Houston is a soulful rendition of the classic song originally performed by Elvis Presley. Released in 1998 as part of her album "My Love Is Your Love," Houston's version brings a contemporary R&B flair to the timeless track.
With her powerhouse vocals and emotive delivery, Houston breathes new life into "Heartbreak Hotel," infusing it with raw emotion and vulnerability. The song's lyrics, which tell the tale of heartbreak and longing, are brought to life by Houston's soul-stirring performance, evoking empathy and resonance with listeners.
Houston's interpretation of "Heartbreak Hotel" features a lush production that blends elements of R&B, pop, and soul, creating a rich sonic landscape for her vocals to shine. The arrangement is both dynamic and atmospheric, showcasing Houston's versatility as an artist.
Overall, Houston's cover of "Heartbreak Hotel" is a testament to her exceptional talent and artistry. Her rendition pays homage to the original while adding her own unique flair, making it a standout track in her illustrious career. With its powerful vocals and heartfelt delivery, "Heartbreak Hotel" remains a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences around the world.
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Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
This is the Heartbreak Hotel
This is the Heartbreak Hotel
This is the Heartbreak Hotel
This is the Heartbreak Hotel
You said you'd be here by nine
Instead you took your time
You didn't think to call me boy
Here I sit trying not to cry
Asking myself why you do this to me, oh baby
Since you're not around for me
To tell you, baby face to face
I'm writing you this letter
And this is what I have to say
All I really wanted was some of your time
Instead you told me lies
When someone else was on your mind
What'd you do to me? Look what you did to me
(What'd you do? Oh baby)
I thought that you were someone who would do me right
(Do me right)
Until you played with my emotions and you made me cry
(Made me cry)
What'd you do to me, can't take what you did to me
Now I see what you've been doin' wrong, blamed me all along
And made a fool of me baby, you got it all wrong
To think that I wouldn't find out that you were
Cheating on me, dear, how could you do it to me?
Since you're not around for me
To tell you, baby face to face
I'm writing you this letter
And this is what I have to say
(Oh, oh)
All I really wanted was some of your time
Instead you told me lies
When someone else was on your mind
What'd you do to me? Look what you did to me
(All you did was lie to me, baby yeah)
(Can't believe what you did to me, yeah, yeah)
I thought that you were someone who would do me right
(Ooh, ooh, ooh)
Until you played with my emotions and you made me cry
What'd you do to me? Can't take what you did to me
(Why'd you do it?)
(You didn't have to do it to me, baby)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (Oh)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (Ooh, my)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (This is the Heartbreak)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (Welcome to the Heartbreak)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel (Why'd you do it?)
This is the Heartbreak Hotel
All I really wanted was some of your time
Instead you told me lies
When someone else was on your mind
What'd you do to me? (Ooh, ooh, I really want it now)
Look what you did to me
I thought that you were someone
Who would do me right
Until you played with my emotions
And you made me cry (Can't take it no more)
What'd you do to me? Can't take what you did to me
(I wanted your love)
All I really wanted was some of your time
Instead you told me lies (All I really want)
When someone else was on your mind
What'd you do to me? (But you told me lies, can't take it no more)
Look what you did to me (Why did you do me that way?)
I thought that you were someone
Who would do me right (Thought you'd do me right)
Until you played with my emotions
And you made me cry (Till you made me cry)
What'd you do to me? Can't take what you did to me
I ain't gon' take it, I ain't gon' take it no more
I ain't gon' take it boy, I ain't gon' take it no more
Oh, everything that you said was a lie to me
Don't let to me, tell me what it is and I will be alright
Don't you tell me lies