"You picked a fine time to leave me, Lucille / With four hungry children and a crop in the field / I've had some bad times, lived through some sad times / This time your hurtin' won't heal." Official Music Videos and Performances

While the song was released before the MTV era, several high-quality videos and live performances allow fans to relive the "Lucille" magic: Kenny Rogers – Lucille Lyrics - Genius

The famous chorus highlights the devastating timing of her departure: