Released: October 20, 2003

Songwriter: Cat Stevens

Producer: John Shanks

[Verse 1]
I would've given you all of my heart
But there's someone who's torn it apart
And he's taken just all that I have
But if you want, I'll try to love again
Baby, I'll try to love again, but I know

[Chorus]
The first cut is the deepest
Baby, I know
The first cut is the deepest
But when it comes to being lucky, he's cursed
When it comes to lovin' me, he's worst

[Verse 2]
I still want you by my side
Just to help me dry the tears that I've cried
But I'm sure gonna give you a try
'Cause if you want, I'll try to love again (Try)
Baby, I'll try to love again, but I know, oh

[Chorus]
The first cut is the deepest
Baby, I know
The first cut is the deepest
But when it comes to being lucky, he's cursed
When it comes to lovin' me, he's worst

[Verse 2]
I still want you by my side
Just to help me dry the tears that I've cried
But I'm sure gonna give you a try
'Cause if you want, I'll try to love again
(Try to love again, try to love again)
Baby, I'll try to love again but I know
Oh-oh

[Chorus]
The first cut is the deepest
Baby, I know
The first cut is the deepest
When it comes to being lucky, he's cursed
When it comes to lovin' me, he's worst

[Outro]
Oh, the first cut is the deepest
Baby, I know
The first cut is the deepest
Try to love again

Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Suzanne Crow (born 11 February 1962) is an American singer-songwriter. Her first albums were in the pop-rock genre, but eventually she ventured into folk, country and blues. She has released nine studio albums to date, and earned nine Grammy Awards.

In 2006, Crow was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent treatment that, for now, appears to have halted the disease. She continues to tour and record today. Her latest works are in the Country genre, following advice from her friend, Brad Paisley. She’s also toured with Rascal Flatts.