About The Song

The Everly Brothers’ “Cathy’s Clown” is a timeless rock and roll classic released in 1960. The song’s heartfelt lyrics explore a young man’s unrequited love for a girl named Cathy. His feelings of longing and frustration are conveyed through the repetitive chorus, “Cathy’s clown, a lonely clown.”

The song’s simple yet effective melody, combined with the Everly brothers’ distinctive harmonies, made it an instant hit. Their vocal blend, characterized by their close sibling relationship, added a touch of vulnerability and authenticity to the song.

“Cathy’s Clown” reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1960, solidifying the Everly Brothers’ status as one of the most popular music acts of the time. The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its relatable themes, catchy melody, and the brothers’ timeless harmonies.

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Lyrics

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Don’t want your love anymore
Don’t want your kisses, that’s for sure
I die each time
I hear this sound:
“Here he comes. That’s Cathy’s clown.”

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I’ve gotta stand tall
You know a man can’t crawl
But when he knows you’re tellin’ lies
And he hears them passing’ by
He’s not a man at all

Don’t want your love anymore
Don’t want your kisses, that’s for sure
I die each time
I hear this sound:
“Here he comes. That’s Cathy’s clown.”

When you see me shed a tear
And you know that it’s sincere
Don’t you think it’s kind of sad
That you’re treating me so bad
Or don’t you even care?

Don’t want your love anymore
Don’t want your kisses, that’s for sure
I die each time
I hear this sound:
“Here he comes.
That’s Cathy’s clown
That’s Cathy’s clown
That’s Cathy’s clown.”