Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town
Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town

Kenny Rogers - Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town Lyrics

This poignant narrative delves into the emotional turmoil of a physically incapacitated war veteran. He pleads with his wife, Ruby, not to seek love elsewhere despite his inability to fulfill her needs. His pleas are rooted in desperation and loneliness,… Read more

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Mar 9, 2004
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Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town Lyrics

You've painted up your lips
And rolled and curled your tinted hair
Ruby are you contemplating
Going out somewhere
The shadow on the wall
Tells me the sun is going down
Oh Ruby
Don't take your love to town

It wasn't me
That started that old crazy Asian war
But I was proud to go
And do my patriotic chore
And yes, it's true that
I'm not the man I used to be
Oh, Ruby I still need some company

It's hard to love a man
Whose legs are bent and paralyzed
And the wants and the needs of a woman your age
Ruby I realize
But it won't be long I've heard them say until I not around
Oh Ruby
Don't take your love to town

She's leaving now cause
I just heard the slamming of the door
The way I know I've heard it
Some hundred times before
And if I could move I'd get my gun
And put her in the ground
Oh Ruby
Don't take your love to town

Oh Ruby for God's sake turn around

Writer(s): Mel Tillis
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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What is the Meaning of Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town?

This poignant narrative delves into the emotional turmoil of a physically incapacitated war veteran. He pleads with his wife, Ruby, not to seek love elsewhere despite his inability to fulfill her needs. His pleas are rooted in desperation and loneliness, reflecting the tragic reality of his situation. The song highlights the personal toll of war on soldiers' lives and relationships, painting a stark picture of sacrifice and heartbreak. It underscores the struggle between duty and personal happiness, further complicated by physical disability and societal expectations. Ultimately, it is a plea for understanding, companionship and loyalty amidst adversity. #WarImpact #RelationshipStruggles #Sacrifice

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