Why Don’t You Love Me

I was reading blood meridian
on the hood of my car
fantasizing wild ponies
and electric guitars
I was contemplating storm clouds
on the edge of the sky
it's best you don't ask questions if you can't handle why
why don't you love me honey
why can't it be love
what's it got to be
anything
why ain't I enough
why don't you love me honey
what can I prove
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
I paid my tab drank my beer
and I walked outa the bar
I used to know a couple werewolves
but I don't know where they are
anymore
I guess they threw away their jeans
I guess they cut off their hair
but the stick and pokes still show
when the moon's in the air
why don't you love me honey
why can't it be love
what's it got to be
anything
why ain't I enough
why don't you love me honey
what can I prove
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
I tossed a coin at my reflection
on the edge of a lake
then I road off in the sunset
on the back of a snake
some say the devil is a woman
some say the devil is a man
I think the devil is a painting
you jus don't understand
all the ponies were unbridled
and they danced in the field
I knew that I should stop
but I jus couldn't yield
now I kiss the 'lectric pole
my car is folded around
if you don't like the noise, boy
don't go chasing the sound
why don't you love me honey
why can't it be love
what's it got to be
anything
why ain't I enough
why don't you love me honey
what can I prove
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
heave yourself a sigh babe
you can be relieved
you ain't gotta lie no more
and I ain't gotta make believe
why don't you love me honey
why can't it be love
what's it got to be
anything
why ain't I enough
why don't you love me honey
what can I prove
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do
I'd jus as soon you hate me
than to try and make do

[@KB-yv9dm]

Some say the devil is a woman Some say the devil is a man I think the devil is a painting You just don't understand Is a bottomlessly deep verse. Nobody's devil is the same devil. We all create what the devil looks like, like a painting, we just don't know why the devil opposes us. Just that he's created to oppose our own perception of good. Brilliantly deep lyric, Jesse. Just wow.

[@kendonny-clark6683]

Once again I am filled with a desire to wander power line cuts in the southeast for the chance to stumble across some banger tunes from an Arkansasan

[@M0053yfate]

I keep needing to convince myself this doesn't look like the lines near my house.

[@zakhart8082]

​@@M0053yfatethis dude is behind our house.

[@zakhart8082]

This dude trips me out. Bad ass give me something to feel. Live irecording is best and rare these days

[@freealien5586]

He is the best songwriter of our time

[@ethervagabond]

@@kendonny-clark6683 I live in the area...trust me, you're much more likely to find something you don't wanna find, than something you do

[@philiplavere]

This man writes a great song every day. Eventually he will have created a catalogue that future artists will be lifting from for decades. His place in history, one way or another.

[@Venomous331]

No idea how he writes such songs so fast

[@lebe220]

@@Venomous331 And how he remembers the lyrics

[@bedsidearts]

Kid what is love honey?

[@markcounseling]

He's like the last gasp of man before the AI deluge. Of course, with this amount of crazy productivity, one wonders if he has already tapped the spigot. I pray not, but I would not hold it against him because damn, he still has to sing and play himself.

[@75hilmar]

​@@lebe220 That's what fascinates me even more

[@TheOrangeFlash]

Whenever I see Jesse standing in a field of weeds with a guitar I automatically hit the like button

[@inthewebnotoftheweb]

Same

[@jamescorbett2679]

Me too

[@Thr333_Sugar_Skulls]

@@TheOrangeFlash Very thoughtful!

[@SittingComfortably]

Ditto.

[@checkyur6]

So true 😂

[@nationalduo4945]

I’m 55 and this is honestly some of the best music I’ve ever heard….much love from Canada 🇨🇦….

[@Confessor555]

Son, I've wandered this Earth by foot and by freight for well over 60 years, and I don't believe I've ever been struck by one man and his guitar like I have been with you. A couple of your songs gave me goosebumps, and I DONT GET GOOSEBUMPS. You have an amazing gift - please don't fuck it off. Don't stop. Not when you're hungry, worn down, tired, depressed, none of that. You have a talent and an outlet for stress that billions of others do not have. It's just a matter of time now. These "weed patch sessions" are amazing. God bless you, and good luck. I know there are great things in store for you - I just know it. You just gotta grind.

[@EZ-ie7gg]

Hi Jesse -I've been touring with bands my entire life including Arlo Guthrie, Chris Cornell and many more. You are delivering something none of them could. Keep it up but also watch your back. Great work man!

[@sithlordmikeyp]

You toured with Chris Cornell? So cool. RIP

[@EZ-ie7gg]

@@sithlordmikeyp I did. He would have loved Jesse Welles, that's for sure.

[@Hhllbb2476]

I think Jesse has long been watched. It certainly seems his art is throttled algorithmically. Just my cents. ✊

[@kendallschumann2413]

Yeah. The wind might be to it

[@NohyphenAmericanXVII]

​@@EZ-ie7ggThis is the only new music I've allowed in me since Chris was killed. It's the only new music I have shared with my friends since I learned what the music industry feeds on. Chris' last studio release "When Bad Does Good" was a personal declaration of war on someone he had put up with for his whole adult life and whose secrets he kept. In the battle for his mortality, he overcame it. With Bravery, Honor, and Selflessness, He Ascended. Eternal Victory is won on the Spiritual Battlefield. To Become TRUTH, LOVE, & LIGHT; To Become The Energy. The Force of Nature That Drives Humanity Forward and The Humanity That Dwells In The Spirit of God.

[@BootLegJustice]

Brutal honesty without flinchen, is exactly what this dirty old world needs right now!

[@yoshimasters1]

If you sold your soul, this song would be in the top 10 billboard charts. Glad you haven't. We are here to support you and feel privileged to share in your works. Wish for nothing but prosperity for you brother.

[@HermeticChaosofficial]

He's 1 song way from going completely viral

[@SwervinMerland]

If he sold his soul this song wouldn’t exist

[@donchristianmusic9353]

@@yoshimasters1 if you are willing to sell your soul, the devil already has it so no deal is needed. No, gifts of genius come from elsewhere.

[@ticket2space]

​@@donchristianmusic9353according the bible, all was forgiven 2000 years ago my man. You can do whatever you want it's already paid for

[@ticket2space]

​@@donchristianmusic9353you do realize all these "gifts" weren't given to us by God right? It says so right there in the good book. He actually punished everyone who showed us how to do this stuff.

[@jonybatata1237]

i first caught this guy under my radar when he released "war isn't murder" and the songs he releases get better each day, i love the energy

[@mackedelia2154]

yet again, Jesse proves he is one of the most versatile and unique artists around today.

[@dollyllama69420]

We are witnessing the rise of something great, powerful, and beautiful with this man’s music.

[@Johnkostercreative]

Another knockout punch by an amazing artist.

[@zacharoninoodle]

In an electric world, Welles went acoustic. Love you man

[@JeremyWard101]

He's got it.

[@KiraDidNothingWrong]

Every, single, time, he blows on that harmonica I feel shivers.

[@schoukri]

I wish I could give this a Thumbs Up every time I listen to it.

[@daveyrogers7336]

This song is as good as anything ever done by anybody ever. it's crazy how many amazingly talented people are just out there in the world singing in open fields. Brilliant.

[@freealien5586]

My brain is permanently singing this thanks for kicking out all the others

[@MissyGail4eva]

❤️‍🔥... pretty cool when the crickets join in for a chorus..😊

[@reaper96789]

Dude, opening KZbin and having more music from you cannot do anything but brighten my day. You're inspirational man and you nailed it again. The authenticity you carry and communicate in your voice and lyrics is what the world is lacking. "I'd just as soon you hate me as try and make do" goes hard. Keep it up 🔥 ✊️

[@billylamar5218]

I used to think I grew up in the wrong age of music, listening to new stuff made me sound like my dad. Jesse changed that, now” I’m just happy to be here.” T.S.

[@Nepeta-Leijon]

glad you found your vibe man!

[@AuthenticChronicVision]

I'm simply amazed Jesse can drop a new song every day almost, and they are all great. Wonderful talent.

[@Dave-h4r]

Dude... can this guy not produce an absolute hit every single time?!

[@michaelmiller6574]

Still waiting to hear one that’s not an absolute gem. This man is such an amazing writer

[@Dave-h4r]

@@michaelmiller6574 TBH ai may be in play but I hope not.

[@michaelmiller6574]

@@Dave-h4rA.I. = Amazing Insight. 😁

[@mikecole2837]

Hi Jesse. You are a once in a generation talent in my opinion. I believe every word you sing. I hope the whole world gets to know you soon.

[@dwaynejessome1728]

Brilliant - gives me the shivers like a Roky Erickson tune does- love to hear a full band on this one!!!

[@ZackDowdy]

Please keep these longer lengths coming!! Big inspiration.

[@DeggaTheDev]

I'm still waiting for you to put something that I don't instantly love. Damn, sir. ❤

[@nationalduo4945]

I hear ya….everything he writes is a winner….a special gift…

[@Nathan-gl3bw]

The greatest Artist of our generation, I'm callin it now. captivating ppl with a guitar, harmonica, and a voice. absolutley timeless.

[@amaquonsippi]

I'd just as soon. Bless You. Thanks

[@briano.1503]

This is freakin' great man!!! ✌💀👍🎸🎼🎶🎵🔥🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@wilbertwallace6655]

I’ve become a Jesse believer. Let’s do it team. This is our guy!

[@matthewwillis4892]

I am with you. For sure. Promote, protect and preserve Jesse Welles! Endangered species!

[@sithlordmikeyp]

Haven't heard you sing so high before. High G at 1:01 sounds incredible. You can feel the pain in your voice. And the harmonica afterwards is perfect.

[@joshuatrujillo9621]

Such raw emotion and talent. God-given talent, Jesse! I showed my grandma (she's 78), and she was bobbing her head and moving her feet to this jam! Thanks.

[@jasonflatley7114]

Artists like him is what we have needed for a long time.

[@BrodyMcCain]

I've been songwriting for 4 decades and I couldn't predict the next line of anything Jesse Welles would say in his songs but everything sounds so perfect, and this song is very catchy.

[@HotsuHara]

Youre the first artist in all my years on KZbin that I've subscribed to. You deserve to be famous and all of the wealth that comes with it, but somehow I think you are right where you need to be in life right now.

[@aaronclark167]

millennial bob dylan. keep it up brother, this is some of that good good. appreciate it, and you. thanks for sharing it with us.

[@christopherdelaney6263]

Your discography is going to be a tome. Thick as a dictionary. Stay you, no matter what. Best to you.

[@BlueChimosa]

My real name is David Moore, and if had one wish it would be, let me be as talented as jesse. I have devoted so much of my life to music and he makes me feel weak in the best of ways. Long live Jesse Welles.

[@Som3th1ngSom3th1ngblahblahblah]

Been writing songs for 3 decades I might have two or three songs someone might consider somewhere in this caliber (maybe). Jesse is like eh it’s a Wednesday, let’s drop a new future classic…

[@yeh.80]

​@@Som3th1ngSom3th1ngblahblahblahLegit. This one hit the feels in more ways than one. Incredible piece of music, I can't wait to listen to it again when I wake up in the morning.

[@UglysMusic]

😂for real, takes me months to years to write good lyrics and this guy is pumping out his visions into words daily!! Not to mention his incredible rhythm and progressions

[@justme-gd4gq]

It's the 🍄🌈🧬 bro... ❤💯

[@danielrees5212]

Absolute better of a song another one of your songs that touches home for me and so many other people caught up in toxic relationships.

[@saraal-bahar22]

"I think the devil's a painting you jus don't understand " is an absolutely stunning line

[@simonsnowlock5937]

fav artist i've found in years. real shit & real good shit ‼️

[@Sicaughtik]

I haven't been this excited about an artist in years. Love every song, Jesse.

[@Epileptick0]

I'm a musician too and you my friend brought me out of a many months long drought. Your original, rusty, rockstship, soulful sound is the exact slap in the face I needed. Thank you so much for sharing your work.

[@Venomous331]

Man I’m glad that I got to hear this today

[@Aurelion24]

THIS is music!

[@clnrrr]

This song has so much raw power

[@heywoodplanes6651]

it's ALL like a painting we'll never understand - keep swinging that hammer kid, you are landing some blows

[@XxFalco14xX]

Holy shit. ♥️ I feel the pain. Thank you Jesse. Your voice, your guitar, the harmonica. Gosh.

[@fixingYamahamotorcyclesAussie]

Best musician of 2024 Jesse welles pay attention to this masterpiece.

[@MeRKbomber]

Me and my mate love your music please keep it up

[@topherjones3898]

How did this song come at such a perfect point in my life? Literally only 30 seconds ago I was thinking about her

[@sistrwintr]

another banger from jesse welles

[@seanwillis8745]

This song speaks to me about my first love. She led me on for years, I let her live with me, I took her on vacations, we bonded on everything. I just wasn't enough, my attention was I'm so glad I've learned my worth

[@zb4984]

PLEASE start a patreon. I genuinely thought this was a cover of a classic song that I didn't recognize

[@RadiantRemnant]

Singing this at the top of my lungs driving to work. This is definitely my favorite so far. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@sithlordmikeyp]

Love this guy's music.

[@wetlawnchair]

I’ve listened to this 30 times already it’s so good man

[@anathamon]

i always give Jesse’s songs a double listen as soon as i see them

[@Epileptick0]

"Used to know a couple werewolves, but I don't know where they are" WEEHHHHHH!!!!

[@newman6434]

this is one of the most gutterally emotional song ive ever heard

[@thekid4895]

God fucking dammit. How is every song banger after banger? The rate of output on this guy is nuts. Sending love from downundah. You're an absolute killer mate and I can't wait for you to be famous.

[@adriennedunne1748]

We have a saying here in ireland "You might as well sing grief as cry it" You do it very well. Thanks Jesse. You sing it how we feel it.

[@freealien5586]

I like this bro. This has a sharp edge. Great work!

[@cantyouhearmeknocking1961]

From where I'm sitting, that cuts like a knife.

[@kellygwdobbs]

Same here... going through a breakup. Stay strong.

[@pocket83squared]

A few weeks back, maybe a dozen songs or so ago, I ended up in a petty comment argument here with some naysayer who kept insisting "he's still no Dylan." My point was that he might be even better. It gives me great pleasure to watch as Jesse Welles continues to develop into something more than Dylan ever was. On some level, that guy has to be eating his words. You've got this, man; you are the stuff of stars.

[@apex.amatuer]

I was just saying this to my Mother today!

[@somerandomnification]

I don't mean to be contrary and I'm certainly not trying to start an argument, but I agree that Jesse "ain't no Dylan". But I also think Dylan ain't no Welles. We can have two troubadours from two generations without having to decide which one is "better" Dylan's not writing better songs than Welles today and Welles wasn't writing better songs than Dylan 50 years ago. And if you still want to argue about who's better, Dylan ain't no Guthrie. If we absolutely have to compare Mr wells to some antiquated folkster, I suggest we go straight to Woodie Guthrie and consider them comrades in arms instead of trying to decide who's "better". Keep on keepin' on, Mr Welles. I'm really enjoying the music.

[@pocket83squared]

​@@somerandomnification Sure, apples and oranges; music is relative to some extent, because it involves the subjective experience. That said, Welles is still better. Whether or not I'm correct in feeling so, Dylan always struck me as artificial. He was one of those I-do-it-for-the-money type of performers, and as such, much of his music ranged from empty free-association to downright contrived. Even the political stuff. Just my opinion, man. Note that Welles isn't even monetizing this album-quality content. Dylan wouldn't play at a birthday party for free.

[@somerandomnification]

@@pocket83squared Like I said, I'm not interested in starting an argument. Welles isn't going to write "Blowing In The Wind", but Dylan also isn't going to write "Why Don't you Love Me". I'm trying to give Mr Welles credit by comparing him to Woody Guthrie instead of Bob Dylan, because (in my opinion) Mr Guthrie has been more influential in folk music than Dylan. What I'm really trying to say here is that it's unfair to try to compare Welles to Dylan in the very same way it is unfair to try to compare Dylan to Guthrie. Dylan built on the music that Guthrie made in the same way that Guthrie built on the music of his predecessors. And Welles is following in that tradition by building on both Guthrie and Dylan. Please note that I'm not talking about virtuosity in any case here. the thing that makes Guthrie, Dylan and Welles stand out is their artistry with lyrics. It's their ability to put what we're all feeling (but unable to articulate) into words that sets them off as masters (in my humble opinion).

[@pocket83squared]

@@somerandomnification It's okay! You're already embroiled in an argument, whether you want to be or not. No worries. And _I_ started it Besides, I understand and agree with your point. To an extent. Also, I too recognize the difference between virtuosity and artistry. Take for example Dolly Parton and Whitney Houston; the latter has a far stronger voice, but the former was better able to express vulnerability, which made her original the more beautiful version (of "I Will Always Love You"). Second example: Eddie Van Halen was one of the most well-known guitar virtuosos ever. Guy sure could rock. Yet the music he's in can be hard to enjoy, because it ends up being dominated by his showboating. In contrast, Lindsey Buckingham takes one for the team by incorporating himself into the bigger picture of harmony that is _Fleetwood Mac,_ and as a result has contributed to creating one of the greatest musical acts in history. But here's my point: we _can_ compare apples to oranges sometimes, because a sweet apple can still be better than a bitter orange. All mixed up together, all things considered: virtuosity, artistry, style, et cetera, I still see Welles as having far more potential than Dylan ever did, even at his best. But we'll both have to wait and see what happens.

[@makattak88]

You’re an icon. There aren’t many who write like you, you’re an old soul. Kudos. You deserve fame.

[@amycarlson4881]

I have been there. Someone says they love me and treats me like dirt. Actions speak louder than words. It makes getting over them so hard, because you want to believe what they say. People show you who they are. Great song!

[@user-ug7fk2js2x]

He's really letting it out in this one, love it.

[@MrChickenmanOfficial]

I need this on spotify

[@INISOUT]

Every time I think 🤔 this guy can't get any more amazingyer !!!

[@stevenreed9441]

This guy is just getting started and he is already a legend...

[@Valorince]

Yeah, this is gonna be in the top 10 in about 5 to 10 years. People aren't ready for the hidden gem that is Jesse Welles!

[@SerfsUp1848]

Apocalypse radio

[@zakhart8082]

This dude is a gift

[@bobbyfartz5591]

Folk rock. Sick man

[@kylegrishen3543]

We all love you Jesse Welles

[@charles5518]

them girls were never ours, it was just our turn.

[@dominicclark5342]

The master of melody.

[@davelebowski2859]

Another banger track Uncle Jesse, hope the smokes not bothering ya too much. A hot cup of tea after work helps me survive.

[@treybradley1698]

Keep singing! This world need real music by real artists.

[@DreaNEO]

Consistency of brilliance flowing out of this dude. God Bless Jesse.

[@lukehunter4716]

I know every word of this song by heart now been screaming this at the top of my lungs since it dropped

[@calltainnfearna4699]

Damn Jesse...just damn. Your music hits hard. Brings tears to my heart, and eyes. We have needed you brother...for so long. I think the devil is a painting you don't understand....words that hit hard. Love you Jesse...thanks for the truth.

[@stickman15888]

Jesse you’re my new favourite artist, much respect. I’m sharing you with everyone

[@jimrebr]

This song is the best, it makes my heart ache, our youngest son’s fiancé for the last 7 years finally broke with him, he is so heartbroken, I know he felt just like this song. She sucked, she was literally a witch, or she thought she was. I don’t hate her, I hate that she wasted 7 years of his young life. This song cuts like a knife, it’s so honest 💔💔💔

[@OscarKodak23]

your an inspiration Dude!! thank you

[@thesunset9498]

please put this one on spotify ❤❤

[@kellygwdobbs]

I love this song.. the feel, the lyrics, the music, the voice. I hear everything you're putting out Jesse, and this is my favorite.

[@ethanhermsey]

This song is exceptionally nice to listen to

[@Sicaughtik]

I love your music. Please live a long life, Jesse.

[@danp3me]

Thank you, Jesse! You're helping to shape the collective universe.

[@petev.2120]

This song lives rent free in my head

[@skootz1264]

Jesse please do a Spotify release for this, such a strong chorus man it's dope!

[@MrDeadlySmile]

I am begging for that Spotify release. Yo... This is so good.

[@karmaklutz]

I longed to hang out in the woods with him and just watch him like we're doing right now but in person.

[@bruceallen6377]

The power in those lines brings forth massive power in those lines! Got to be those power lines! Thank you Jesse!

[@stevemcleod7761]

I said it from the start this guy is is a genius nothing less

[@shanemolitor7272]

You've been up to this music game for a long while, seems like you waited my whole life to let it all out. Keep it going Jesse. You're singing the words we all want to cry out. Bless you my brother. Thank you again.

[@switchtr3]

Holy cow, I'd say this is the strongest one you've posted so far. Blown away good sir, simply blown away...

[@mr.anderson70]

Nice song with that killer hook! I'm sure other musicians were thinking up drum, bass, guitar or organ parts. I know I was. Fire

[@chasehowell439]

The fact that this is all one take blows my mind. This song is great

[@SHORTFISHFACTS]

Got this one on repeat