The Damage You’ve Done Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

"The Damage You’ve Done" by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, released in 1999, is a #Rock song that explores themes of heartbreak, loss, and the emotional scars left by a past relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and reflection. Musically, it features Petty's signature jangly guitars and heartfelt vocals, resonating with listeners and solidifying its place in rock history.

Well, I wish I had a dollar
For every piece of my broken heart
Yeah, if they gave out a quarter
For every thread of my shattered life

Baby, you'd make me a millionaire
But it wouldn't repair the damage that you've done
The damage that you've done
The damage that you've done to me

Well, I wish I was a bluebird
Honey, I'd just fly away
And look down over my shoulder
At the country down below

Baby, you could make a king, it wouldn't mean a thing
Compare the damage that you've done
The damage that you've done
The damage that you've done to me

Well, I wish I knew you better
Yeah, I wish I was close to you
Then maybe I would understand exactly what I never did do
Honey, what's wrong? What's wrong?
Yeah, I wish you kind of liked me
I wish you'd spare my pain
Why do you want to destroy me, babe?
What did I do wrong?

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