George Jones: The Possum and His Heartbreaking Ballad
George Jones, often referred to as “The Possum,” is an iconic figure in country music history. Known for his raw emotion, distinctive voice, and heartbreaking ballads, Jones has left an enduring legacy.
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“The Selfishness In Man” is one such poignant song that showcases his ability to convey deep emotional pain and vulnerability.
Released in 1980, “The Selfishness In Man” is a soul-wrenching ballad that explores themes of heartbreak, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships.
Jones’s raw and emotive delivery, combined with the song’s melancholic melody and poignant lyrics, creates a powerful and moving listening experience. The song’s lyrics delve into the destructive nature of selfishness and the pain it can cause.
Jones’s distinctive vocal style, characterized by its raw emotion and distinctive vibrato, is perfectly suited to the song’s somber tone.
His ability to convey deep emotional pain and vulnerability has made him one of the most beloved and respected figures in country music.
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Lyrics
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[Verse 1]
I saw a little beam of sunlight
Steal across a purple sky
And bent down to kiss a rosebud
Oh, it made me wanna cry
To think that I have been permitted
To see a part of nature’s plan
Oh, there’s nothing that stands out more
Than the selfishness in man[Verse 2]
Little children painting pictures
Of the birds and apple trees
Oh, why can’t the grownup people
Have faith of one of these?
And to think those tiny fingers
Might become a killer’s hand
Oh, there’s nothing that stands out more
Than the selfishness in man