Introduction
Brooks & Dunn’s “My Next Broken Heart”, recorded live at the legendary Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa, captures the raw energy and timeless charm of one of country music’s most enduring duos. Originally released as the second single from their debut album Brand New Man on September 30, 1991, the studio version became the duo’s second consecutive No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart . Written by Kix Brooks, Ronnie Dunn, and Don Cook, the song helped cement Brooks & Dunn’s early 1990s country dominance following their breakout hit “Brand New Man” .
Cain’s Ballroom, the historic Tulsa venue where this live version was recorded, has long been revered for its role in western swing and country music heritage. Dating back to its origins in 1924 and later hosting legends like Bob Wills and Leon Russell, Cain’s holds a special place in the annals of Americana music . Brooks & Dunn’s taping at Cain’s Ballroom occurred in mid‑2005 during a secret concert filmed for a CMT special—tickets sold out in minutes, and the packed venue brimmed with anticipation for a performance steeped in country tradition .
Performed live in that storied setting, “My Next Broken Heart” takes on new life. The duo’s dynamic interplay—Kix Brooks’s spirited harmonies and Ronnie Dunn’s commanding lead—resonate amidst the intimate, historic space. What had originally become a studio hit nearly three decades earlier is revitalized through live instrumentation, audience engagement, and raw emotional delivery unique to that moment.
This live rendition offers fans more than nostalgia; it bridges the deep roots of country lineage at Cain’s Ballroom with a defining Brooks & Dunn classic. It’s a vibrant testament to their musical legacy and a tribute to the venue that helped shape so much of America’s country sound.
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Lyrics
[Verse 1]
You picked me up, you shot me down
Steppin’ out all over town
Drove me back to drinkin’ in this bar
I found myself a brand new friend
I’m headed down that road again
I’m workin’ on my next broken heart
[Verse2]
Happy or sad, it’s hard to tell
You taught me how to hurt so well
When it comes to love I know my part
Well, I’ll play this game that I can’t win
I’ll be somebody’s fool again
Workin’ on my next broken heart
[Chorus]
Well, I thought all along you’d be the death of me
But I met one tonight who wants what’s left of me
I’ve seen that look before, she’ll tear my world apart
I’m workin’ on my next broken heart
[Guitar Solo]
[Chorus]
Yeah, I thought all along you’d be the death of me
Well, I met one tonight who wants what’s left of me
I’ve seen that look before, she’ll tear my world apart
I’m workin’ on my next broken heart
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[Outro]
I’m workin’ on my next broken heart
Oh, I’m workin’ on my next broken heart