About the song
Vern Gosdin’s “That Just About Does It” is a timeless country ballad that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1989, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, solidifying Gosdin’s status as one of the most influential singer-songwriters of his generation.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a haunting guitar riff and Gosdin’s distinctive, soulful vocals. The lyrics explore themes of heartbreak, loss, and the search for closure, painting a vivid picture of a man struggling to move on from a failed relationship.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its powerful chorus, in which Gosdin sings, “That just about does it, I’ve had enough of this.” The chorus’s repetitive refrain emphasizes the song’s central theme of emotional exhaustion and the desire to end the pain.
The song’s production is simple yet effective, with Gosdin’s acoustic guitar providing the primary accompaniment. The arrangement allows his vocals and the lyrics to take center stage, creating a raw and intimate atmosphere.
“That Just About Does It” is a testament to the power of storytelling through music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and Gosdin’s soulful performance have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to Gosdin’s talent and his ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
Every night you go to bed crying
There’s nothing left to do when love is dying
So before the whole world knows, how we’re hurting
Don’t you think it’s time we pull the curtains’
So many times, I talked you out of leaving
And so many times you’ve tried to fight the feeling
I guess we’ve tried and failed once too often
Now the suitcase down the hallway does the talking
That just about does it, don’t it
That’ll just about kill it, won’t it
Maybe we should call a truce
We could but what’s the use
That just about does it, don’t it
It’s sad to think that words could come between us
And what I said, God knows I didn’t mean it
It’s time we realize this time it’s over
It’s tearing us apart to stay together
And that just about does it, don’t it
That’ll just about kill it, won’t it
Maybe we should call a truce
We could, but what’s the use
That just about does it, don’t it
Maybe we should call a truce
We could, but what’s the use
That just about does it, don’t it, don’t it