(brian holland/lamont dozier/edward holland, jr.)

Being hurt by the one you love
Its a feeling thats hard to hide
But you dont seem to understand why
When Im alone I sit and cry

Ask any girl
Whos often left alone
All by herself
Neglectfully pushed aside
Set aside like a doll on a shelf
Just ask any girl
Ooh, and youll understand why
I sit and cry

Ask any girl
Who knows the fear of losing
Someone dear
And shell say the same thing
It hurts you deep
Makes it hard to sleep
Dont take my word
Ask any girl
Then youll understand why
I sit and cry

Ask any girl
Who receives no loving affection
And shell feel as I feel
Its heartaches by the number
Many nights without slumber
Ask any girl
Ooh, and then youll know why
I sit and cry
I sit and cry