Introduction
“Heartbroke Out of My Mind” is a lesser‑known but emotionally resonant track recorded by Brooks & Dunn. It originally appeared as the B‑side to their 1993 single “We’ll Burn That Bridge”, from the duo’s album Hard Workin’ Man . Though never released as an A‑side single, it reflects the raw emotional storytelling at the heart of Brooks & Dunn’s early catalog.
The song showcases Brooks & Dunn’s trademark blend of honky‑tonk energy and poignant country lyricism. Like many of their early tracks, it leans into themes of romantic despair and emotional turmoil—themes that define much of their debut era following their breakout in the early 1990s. The timing of its release places it squarely in the period when the duo was firmly establishing their signature sound: twangy steel guitars, strong rhythms, and sincere vocal interplay between Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn.
The album Hard Workin’ Man (1993) marked Brooks & Dunn’s continued rise toward country stardom. The title track became a top‑charting single, and the album helped solidify their status as one of the genre’s most influential duos. As B‑sides often did, “Heartbroke Out of My Mind” likely found its audience among dedicated fans—offering a deeper cut that complemented the more radio‑friendly A‑side.
While no formal backstory from interviews or liner‑note commentary about this specific song is readily available, its inclusion on the Hard Workin’ Man single reflects Brooks & Dunn’s approach of pairing vibrant lead tracks with emotionally rich B‑sides. This helped reinforce their reputation for combining honky‑tonk vigor with lyrical authenticity in every release.
In summary, “Heartbroke Out of My Mind” is a glimpse into the duo’s early catalog beyond the radio hits—a track that embodies their gift for crafting heartfelt reflections on love, loss, and heartbreak amid driving country instrumentation. Even though details on its writing or reception remain scarce, it stands as a subtle but meaningful part of the Hard Workin’ Man era.
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Lyrics
Well I’m flyin’ high and feelin’ low
Drinkin’ hard and dancin’ slow
I’m gonna shine my buckle, oh, to George Jones
Heartaches are hot on my heels, bartender the race is on
If she’s gone for good and I’m goin’ to town
I’m gonna live it up, yeah, livin’ her down
José pick me up and get me on my feet
So I can scoot a boot to that two-four jukebox beat
Yeah, I’m heart-broke out of my mind
Pardon me boys if I get a little out of line
It’s just temporary insanity
‘Til I get over what she did to me
I’ll be heart-broke out of my mind
B-Y-O-T
I brought my own trouble tonight
I’m gonna get this bein’ done wrong down right
Yeah, saddle me up boys, I’m goin’ in
They say when you fall off, well, climb right back up again
Yeah, I’m heart-broke out of my mind
But pardon me boys if I get a little out of line
It’s just temporary insanity
‘Til I get over what she did to me
I’ll be heart-broke out of my mind
It’s just temporary insanity
‘Til I get over what she did to me
I’ll be heart-broke out of my mind
Oh, I’m just heart-broke out of my mind