Kree Harrison - Wanted It That Way Lyrics






Left all the flowers in the living room
Shook every hand I didn't know
Stacked all the cards I read to you when you get alone
I made your bed, hung your favorite dress
Mailed all the letters that you saved
Broke the news over every call that you couldn't make

Never written down in a will, on a page
I do my best to try and keep you around this place
Cause I know, you would've wanted it that way

Your oldest boy gave his girl your ring
They set a wedding date in June
Your daughter named her brown-eyed baby after you
I call my youngest brother once a day
And you would be so proud to know
He brings you yellow roses every time he's home

Never written down in a will, on a page
We do our best to try and keep you around this place
Cause we know, you would've wanted it that way

I found a letter in your dresser drawer
With my name and no address
Waiting for me and a birthday card that you never sent
You spoke to me like you never have
The words you held back all this time
Were the ones you could never say while you were alive

Why did I have to hear you were proud of me this way?
I'm gonna carry this letter around so you're here everyday
Cause I know, yes I know, you would've wanted it that way
Wanted it that way, you





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  1. P.... A....

    Another hit! You have a beautiful voice! Great song too!

  2. V.... h....

    You inspired me Kree, thank you 😇

  3. L.... G....

    This song is on Kree new album !! Her album is available now on iTunes .. Many good stuff there !!! Just bought it

  4. K.... M....

    Beautiful is all I can say. Thank you!

  5. D.... ....

    The pictures, the words, the emotion, make me love your parents. I relate to your moms clothes and hair. I was that decade. So beautiful. So sad.

  6. J.... L....

    I'm crying

  7. s.... ....

    Wow. Amazing song. Lyrics are heartbreaking.

  8. K.... N....

    Kree, you look so much like your beautiful Momma.

  9. K.... N....

    Beautiful tribute to her Mom and Dad. Can't imagine being so sunny with all the tragedy she's been through. You are a true inspiration Kree! Reach for the stars because they would have wanted it that way... 3

  10. j.... ....

    She looks just like her momma!!! I'm sure her parents are proud of their little girl!

  11. 1.... ....

    Love Kree Harrison. Waiting patiently for her CD.

  12. N.... P....

    Love this song...

  13. H.... L....

    fantastic song sang by a beautiful young lady....

  14. Y.... ....

    This beautiful and heartfelt song (and video) always makes me cry. Coming from a close-knit family myself, I can tell you REALLY love your family. I feel the same about my own family. God bless you and your family, Kree. xoxoxo

  15. M.... W....

    I could listen to this song everyday... And the thing is I DO. I am so thankful Laci pushed Kree to audition for idol. Because I might not have ever gotten the chance to hear her beautiful voice. And especially this song. So thank you Laci and thank you to all you Kreepers for taking her the the final two.

  16. m.... h....

    I am taken back and don't know what to say. So beautiful! speachless

  17. l.... ....

    This is the most beautiful song I have ever heard.

  18. J.... C....

    this should be on iTunes like if you agree

    J.... C....

    It is on itunes! it's on her new album!

  19. D.... ....

    OMG, I love her voice so much.

  20. L.... H....

    Kree lost both her parents. It's an homage to them.

  21. E.... D....

    Well said, sir.

  22. K.... K....

    Kree's beautiful family.

  23. A.... F....

    Who are these people on the pictures?

  24. J.... b....

    Kreedom!!!

  25. s.... c....

    I love you Kree Harrison!

  26. J.... D....

    If she sang this on the finale she could have won

  27. K.... K....

    I really want this song on her album. And 'Room Full of Roses', 'I Don't Know What Love Is' and 'Ps and Qs'... Kree is an amazing singer, songwriter. She is a great musician. And most importantly, she is a very beautiful person. Truly an inspiration...

  28. J.... H....

    This song makes me cry not only because it's beautiful, but Kree and her family are beautiful people inside and out. You can see and feel their love for one another! Simply beautiful!

  29. R.... E....

    Had to play it twice, just to make sure it was as good as I thought it might be the first time.

    This is songwriting and singing on a level so intimate, it seems almost intrusive to listen to it.

    And then, it's accompanied by that moonlight-mile acoustic guitar.

    Is there anything missing? Anything superfluous? No.

  30. K.... G....

    Beautiful! Gave me goose bumps!!

  31. K.... K....

    we really wanna see you perform this... anyone has the tab??

  32. L.... ....

    This is a nice song to listen to, because there's no pushing of voice like in some songs in Idol:)

  33. M.... A....

    What a moving tribute.

  34. J.... B....

    This brought me to tears, so sad. Beautiful song!

  35. M.... ....

    it made me shed a tear :'(

  36. c.... ....

    loved this.

  37. g.... ....

    This song is touching and Kree is all round package she is the true the american idol

  38. M.... M....

    ♥♥♥ so beautifully written.

  39. A.... S....

    Exactly why I love her!

  40. C.... C....

    I cried so much :-(

  41. C.... C....

    one of the sweetest voice i've heard

  42. D.... d....

    This song would be a # 1 hit it pulls on those heart strings.

  43. W.... t....

    so beautiful - making me cry ......

  44. c.... i....

    i love her!!!! such a sincerity and clarity in her voice :)congratulations and God Bless you from the Philippines :) HAPPYBirthday gurl

  45. e.... r....

    Jesus lord, someone give this girl a record deal!

  46. w.... r....

    happy birthday my beautiful kree.. your voice is so beautifulllllll.... your face look like kendall jenner as many people said that. congrats darling, you will have a bright and shine career. many people already falling in love with you.. you are a true idol.

  47. K.... K....

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY KREE! You're always our Idol! Kreepers will always be with you and support you through highs and lows. Hope you have a great career. Keep singing, Kreepers need your voice. Love you so much, Kree.

  48. k.... ....

    This just broke my heartb...OMG!!She dould have sang that .Never reeally loved country or whatever but ...I started bawling at the very first note!!OMgg this is too Deep

  49. S.... K....

    Aww, this is SO sad. Makes me worry about how sad it will be when my parents are gone and I hope it doesn't happen too soon and when I'm not ready. She's been through a lot.

  50. M.... J....

    I just keep coming back to this song. Hope it is her album.

  51. d.... ....

    WOW that was beautiful!

  52. L.... J....

    She probably didn't perform this on the show because it is very personal for her. I don't think she could have made all the way through the song, but boy if she had moment of the season.

  53. L.... J....

    This should have been her coronation song. Better be on her album.

  54. V.... ....

    I believe you are right - thank you. Am so happy for Kree. She really has paid her dues.

  55. S.... Z....

    IDOLOGY challenge failed, kleenex needed
    <3 this song Kreepers better vote!

  56. V.... ....

    Thank you! Can't wait. Kree is true country - she's telling her story from her heart. I have a feeling millions will resonate with her and that amazing voice. Good luck to both Kree and Candice. Most authentic American Idol finale ever for me.

  57. K.... R....

    Oow kree...you make me cry again .. love you,your heart,your voice ...God bless

  58. b.... ....

    Everyone goes all up over Angie's song she wrote but all it does is repeat over and over again the same words. This song on the other hand is about as country as you can get. I love this song.

  59. �.... o....

    Her original single is All Cried Out

  60. V.... ....

    In a way I am glad she isn't - its a difficult song to sing-too emotional, plus i beleive the winner will sing their original song as the victory song at the end. This one is far to sad for that, beautiful as it is. Do you know what the original song is called?

  61. P.... A....

    She isnt. she's doing another original along with "Mountain" and "Angels"

  62. V.... ....

    I read that she is singing this on the show! I hope so, as well as "Up to the Mountain", . And the producers choice is "Angels" - whoo hoo. Kree could win this. Maria was spot on - Kree's strength is on her exquisite expression of her sorrow not her anger. Perfect. Can't wait!! Whatever happens - Kreedom has arrived.

  63. A.... S....

    I love the song it's so sincere and so beautiful! Waw I alsmost felt something on my chick! <3
    Respect!

  64. K.... O....

    Where can I buy this? Must download now!!!

  65. O.... G....

    i'm emotional .. god i love kree and this song

  66. L.... B....

    Love listening to Idology and never would have found this song without them! Thank You!!! I picked Kree as my favorite in the beginning, along with Candice, not knowing her story or background. She is pure, sweet and real. This song is amazing and I am sure she will have it on her first album. Can't wait to buy it and watch her grow.

  67. N.... ....

    thanks idology for bringing me here. beautiful song and so, so sad.

  68. K.... K....

    Who wants Kree to bring her guitar and do this song on the finale

  69. R.... R....

    Here and to Candice's song of Burlesque ;-)

  70. s.... d....

    Kree, my little Texas girl, I so get you... the pain, the love of family, country music and Texas...my family is deeply rooted in that red dirt too. ; )
    Hurry up and win this thing girl so we can all go buy your first record!

  71. g.... ....

    Thumbs up if IDOLOGY brought you here!

  72. d.... ....

    Kree reminds me a lot of David Cook, both are humble people, and you can see they are and stay true to themselves. Hope she'll win the whole thing :)

  73. L.... M....

    An extremely deep message in this song, very heartfelt indeed. I was so glad when you were announced as the second finalist. Allthough I'm a candicane I predicted the two of you for the finale from the victory episode...love you Kreedom

  74. p.... ....

    That was a beautiful, moving song! Candice fan here but I wish the best for Kree (hopefully she can perform this)

  75. y.... ....

    Kree this is such a beautiful song!

  76. C.... C....

    Warning: don't watch without a box of tissues nearby. Lovely song!

  77. E.... L....

    Most of us hope that Kree can perform this tribute on AI. But I afraid this may cause even more critiques from her "haters" who will comment she got sympathy votes. It'll really break her heart to know that her dedication song is been tarnished by the public. As her hometown visit video had provoked many pathethic n mean comments fr haters. America pls vote for Kree since I'm not residing here. GOOD LUCK & LOVE YOU KREE!!!

  78. E.... L....

    I love Kree n this very touching tribute to her parent

  79. J.... E....

    Please let us all support Kree. It's her birthday after the finale. She is so good. Being winner of american idol is the best gift we can give to her. Please guys keep on supporting Kree. #Kreme #Kreepers #Kreedom and to all let Kree be our winner.

  80. c.... m....

    great song!!! Please sing this on Idol!! My heart breaks for u Kree...this is beautiful, and so are you!!!

  81. R.... F....

    very true & very well said

  82. M.... T....

    wow your comment is beautiful. Its perfectly said!

  83. E.... R....

    This song moved me to tears. Let America hear this song KREE.

  84. A.... ....

    Anyone know the chords?

  85. D.... W....

    Oh my gosh, Kree needs to sing this song on American Idol!!!

  86. R.... ....

    Check out youtube videos of Kree Harrison on the Rosie O'Donnell show when she was 10 and 11!! Who knew??!!

  87. A.... B....

    Sing this!!!!!!!!!!

  88. W.... h....

    tears tears and more tears i wish to her all the best!

  89. T.... C....

    Wow... Incrededible song such an inspiration.

  90. G.... ....

    Kree is not just a gifted musician...but a beautiful story of survival, love, humility, and inspiration. Her persona symbolizes the greatness of America..built on faith, simplicity, and love of family..that no triumph or tragedy could ever break the spirit of unity among its people..Yes, here's this lovely young lady, who reminds us the true essence of life and hope!

  91. s.... ....

    Kree, if you see this comment, I just wanted you to know I've listened to this song every single day since I found it. I lost my mom to a terrible car accident when I was 18 and completely identify with these lyrics. I actually have a birthday card my mom wrote to me, the same story. I will always come back and listen as long as its here. Thanks for sharing your voice with the world, I feel very connected to your music.

  92. J.... U....

    i cried watching it.. I knew Kathy well.. loved them all Go Kreedom.. Kat is loving ya baby girl

  93. J.... U....

    yes she does kat was a gorgeous woman and best friend

  94. F.... ....

    Bawling my eyes out.

  95. J.... U....

    she is fabulous!!! I am so proud yeehaw

  96. a.... t....

    I hope Kree performs this song next week. A lovely tribute to her parents.

  97. E.... D....

    This girl we loved is in #idol finale. Can't be a prouder fans of her. Let's make her win this year y'all.

  98. b.... ....

    Congrads Kree!!!! This song makes me cry every time hear it.

  99. Y.... H....

    This is an amazing song it brought tears to my eyes and it was so heartfelt as a mother I couldn't imagine a life without my daughters or son God Bless you Kree and your mother and father are smiling on you from heaven.

  100. N.... ....

    I have to agree if she gets the chance to sing this song and I hope she does it will be amazing!!!!!!!