The song “Life Turned Her That Way,” a country song written by Harlan Howard, was made popular by Ricky Van Shelton, who recorded it and released it as a single from his debut album, “WildEyed Dream.” It became his second numberone hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in early 1988.

The lyrics tell the story of a woman who has become cold and bitter due to the hardships and mistreatment she has endured in life. The narrator urges others not to judge her harshly but to understand that her experiences have shaped her this way. The song conveys empathy and understanding for someone who has been through a lot of pain.

I have known women that this song could have been about, and hopefully, I am not one of the people who caused them pain, hardship, and mistreatment.

This is my version of that song for your listening pleasure. I hope you like it.