Conway Twitty: The King of Country Music and His Heartbreak Anthem
Conway Twitty, a legendary figure in the world of country music, has left an indelible mark on the genre.
Background
His soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics have captivated audiences for decades.
Among his numerous hits, “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” stands as a poignant exploration of heartbreak and the emotional turmoil that accompanies the end of a relationship.
Released in 1979, “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” quickly became a massive commercial success, topping the country charts and crossing over to the pop charts.
The song’s raw emotion and relatable lyrics struck a chord with listeners, making it one of Twitty’s most iconic songs.
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Lyrics
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Our little boy is four years old and quite a little man
So we spell out the words we don’t want him to understand
Like T-O-Y or maybe S-U-R-P-R-I-S-E
But the words we’re hiding from him now
Tears the heart right out of meOur D-I-V-O-R-C-E becomes final today
You and little J-O-E will be going away
I love you both and this will be pure H-E double L for me
Oh, I wish that we could stop this D-I-V-O-R-C-EWatch him smile he thinks it’s Christmas or his fifth birthday
And he thinks C-U-S-T-O-D-Y spells fun or play
I spell out all the hurtin’ words
Then turn my head when I speak
‘Cause I can’t spell away this hurt
That’s dripping down my cheeks