"This Wanting You" is a song recorded by the American country music artist George Jones. It was released in 1981 as a single from his album "Still the Same Ole Me." The song is about a person who is struggling to let go of a past love and is constantly haunted by the memories and longing for their former partner. The lyrics express the longing and desperation felt by the narrator. They almost wish they could lose their mind to escape the memories left behind by their ex-lover. Every thought and moment reminds them of their former partner, and they hate facing the truth that they still want them. The narrator wonders if they will go through life with only one desire – their ex-lover. They acknowledge that others have held them close in their arms, but they can't extinguish the fire of love they still feel. The flame inside their heart burns blue, signifying a deep and intense longing. Despite their ex-partner letting go a long time ago, the narrator reveals their inability to move on. They are constantly reminded of their love, and it seems to be a never-ending feeling. The memories and longing for their ex-lover are always present, making it difficult for them to find peace or let go. The lyrics convey the pain and struggle of holding onto an unrequited love, even when the relationship has ended. The narrator is torn between wanting to move on and being unable to let go of the love they once shared. Ultimately, "This Wanting You" captures the timeless theme of heartache and the complexities of emotions experienced after a breakup.
