It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels

Quite the title. If God did not make Honky Tonk Angels, then who did? I guess that is implied. This week I chose this song by Kitty Wells. You definitely get the country vibe from the instruments and her voice. I believe she was the first 'country' female superstar, and after listening to her sing I do not doubt that. However, the focus of this song was more about the lyrics. She sings this song as a response or answer of sorts to another song of the time - "The Wild Side of Life" by Hank Thompson. She actually straight up says the title while she is singing, which I think is pretty bold. It is kind of a rebuttal to what another singer/songwriter is saying at the time. She puts the blame on men and fights the stereotype that the women are to blame for failed relationships. 

I also found it interesting that she uses the pronoun 'you' many times throughout the song. To me, it is as if she is singing directly to Hank Thompson. I wonder how he felt when he heard this song on the radio? Probably did not sing along, I am guessing. I respect how Kitty Wells stands up for herself and feminism and shows no fear. I also think it is interesting that both of these songs concern the same issue - infidelity and the effects of such behavior in marriages. She explores the perspective of women and how such behavior makes one feel. It would be cool to listen to both songs and contrast the lyrics and ideas, just to explore how contradictory they are.