For every little kiss there's a little teardrop
for every single thrill there's another heartache
the road is rough
the going gets tough
[1: yes] love is a hurtin' thing
oh, love is a hurtin' thing
When you're in my arms i'm a king on a throne
but when we're apart i walk the streets alone
one day happiness
the next day, loneliness
When love brings so much joy why must it bring such pain
guess it's a mystery that nobody can explain
Maybe i'm a fool to keep on loving you
'cause there may come a time you'll break my heart in two
but i want you so
i want you though i know that
Love is a hurtin' thing
oh, love is a hurtin' thing [fade]