“Why Does It Hurt So Bad” is a song written by Walter Afanasieff and produced by Afanasieff and Babyface. It was recorded by American singer Whitney Houston and released as a single in 1995. The song was written for the soundtrack of the 1995 film “Waiting to Exhale,” in which Houston played the lead role of Savannah.

The song is a mid-tempo ballad that explores the pain and heartbreak of a relationship that has ended. In the lyrics, Houston sings about the devastation and loneliness she feels after her lover has left her. She asks the question “why does it hurt so bad” and expresses her confusion and sadness at the turn of events.

The lyrics of the song are as follows:

Verse 1: I thought love was supposed to be true I thought love was supposed to last But now that I’m alone all I do is think of you And everything we had

Chorus: Why does it hurt so bad Why did you leave me alone I can’t seem to find my way Why did you have to go

Verse 2: I thought love was supposed to be strong I thought love was supposed to be right But now that you’re gone All I do is cry at night

(Chorus)

Bridge: I still can’t believe that you’re gone I thought our love was so strong I never thought we’d fall apart But now you’re gone and it’s tearing me apart

(Chorus)

In the song, Houston’s powerful and emotional vocal performance conveys the depth of her pain and heartbreak. The song’s catchy melody and relatable lyrics have made it a fan favorite and a classic of Houston’s catalog.