A man this lonely
A man this blue
A man whose world’s been torn in two
Needs somebody
With a heart that’s true
A man this lonely needs a woman like you
Two arms this empty
Need someone to hold
A man this lost needs somewhere to go
When the nights go on forever
And the days do too
A man this lonely needs a woman like you
I’d lost hope
I was so far down
Here you come turning all that around
I’d come to think
Of love as a lie
All that’s on my mind now
Is you by my side
A man this lonely
A man this blue
A man whose world’s been torn in two
Needs somebody
With a heart that’s true
A man this lonely needs a woman like you
A man this lonely needs a woman like you
The Longing at the Heart of “A Man This Lonely”
Brooks & Dunn’s “A Man This Lonely” is a poignant exploration of heartbreak and hope. The lyrics reveal a man grappling with the pain of lost love, expressing vulnerability and a deep yearning for companionship. He acknowledges the emptiness brought on by loneliness and the need for healing through connection with someone genuinely caring. Despite his despair, the arrival of a true-hearted woman rekindles his faith in love, turning sorrow into comfort. The song’s simple, honest language makes its emotions relatable, capturing the universal need for support and understanding in difficult times.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Ronnie Dunn, Terry McBride
Release Year: 1996
Label: Arista Nashville