I Guess You Had To Be There

Lorrie Morgan

About I Guess You Had To Be There

"I Guess You Had to Be There" is a song written by Jon Robbin and Barbara Cloyd, and recorded by American country music artist Lorrie Morgan. It was released in February 1993 as the third single from her album Watch Me. The song reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in July 1993.


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1989
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Hello,honey,how was your day
Well,you're sure I a good mood tonight
Oh,by the way,I was downtown this afternoon
And I saw the most amazing sight
Through the window of a small cafe
I saw a man and a woman holdin' hands
And they looked so much in love it took my breath away
Can't you see it,don't you understand?

Well,I guess you had to be there
Yeah,you really had to be there
Some things you just can't explain
It's just not the same
I guess you had to be there

I just stood there my heart poundin'
I couldn't move,all I could do was stare
I kept rememberin' when we used to look like that
Two people with so much to share
They were talkin' and they were laughin'
Just like we used to do every day
And then he kissed her tenderly
What's the matter,you don't have much to say

And as I watched you with your new love
I haven't seen you that happy in years
We've drifted so far apart and it's hard to admit it
But there's nothin' left for you here (so I guess)

Well,I guess you had to be there
Yeah,you really had to be there
Some things you just can't explain
It's just not the same
I guess you had to be there

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Lorrie Morgan

Loretta Lynn "Lorrie" Morgan (born June 27, 1959, in Nashville, Tennessee) is an American country music singer. She is the daughter of George Morgan, a country music singer who charted several hit singles between 1949 and his death in 1975. Lorrie Morgan charted her first single in 1978, although she did not break into the top of the U.S. country charts until her 1989 single, "Trainwreck of Emotion." Since then, she has charted more than 25 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts, with three number one hits: "Five Minutes," "What Part of No" and "I Didn't Know My Own Strength." She has also recorded more than 15 studio albums. At various points in her life, Morgan has been married to three different country singers: Keith Whitley, Jon… more »

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Written by: BARBARA CLOYD, JON ROBBIN

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Lorrie Morgan is an American country music singer known for her emotional expression. Her vocal style, combined with her song selection, has drawn frequent comparisons to Tammy Wynette.
Song Release
"I Guess You Had to Be There" was released in January 1993 as part of Morgan's third studio album, 'Watch Me'.
Chart Performance
The song achieved significant success in the country music charts. It peaked at No. 2 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and also reached No. 1 on the Canada Country Tracks chart.
Song Length
The song runs for a total of 4 minutes and 9 seconds, where Lorrie Morgan delivers a powerful and emotional performance.
Songwriters
The song was written by Jon Robbin and Barbara Cloyd. This marked one of the biggest hits of their songwriting career.
Storyline of the Song
The song's story is about a woman confronting her unfaithful partner. Despite his attempts to hide his infidelity, the visible clues lead her straight to the truth.
Critical Reception
Critics and fans appreciate Morgan's emotive delivery, helping the song resonate with many listeners dealing with similar situations.
Music Video
The music video for "I Guess You Had To Be There" was directed by Deaton Flanigen. The video further reinforces the song's narrative, as it depicts the unraveling story of a cheating spouse.
Live Performances
The song became a favorite during Morgan's live performances due to the audience’s strong connection to its emotional narrative.
Legacy
"I Guess You Had to Be There" is now considered one of Lorrie Morgan's signature songs, often held up as a prime example of her vocal talent and emotional expression.

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