About The Song
Only the Lonely, a timeless ballad by Roy Orbison, released in 1960, continues to resonate with listeners decades after its initial release. The song’s enduring appeal lies in its poignant exploration of themes of solitude, heartbreak, and the universal longing for human connection. Orbison’s distinctive vocal style, characterized by its emotional depth and dramatic range, perfectly complements the song’s melancholic tone. With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, “Only the Lonely” has achieved iconic status and is widely considered a masterpiece of rock and roll.
The song’s introspective lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lonely soul yearning for companionship. Orbison’s evocative voice conveys the profound sadness and isolation experienced by the narrator. The haunting melody, characterized by its minor key and simple yet memorable chord progression, further enhances the song’s emotional impact. “Only the Lonely” has been praised for its ability to capture the universal human experience of loneliness and heartbreak, making it a timeless classic that continues to touch the hearts of listeners across generations.
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Lyrics
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Oh-oh-oh-oh-wah
Only the lonely
Only the lonelyOnly the lonely (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
Know the way I feel tonight (ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah)
Only the lonely (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
Know this feeling ain’t right (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)There goes my baby
There goes my heart
They’re gone forever
So far apart
But only the lonely
Know why
I cry
Only the lonely
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Ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-wah
Only the lonely
Only the lonely
Only the lonely (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
Know the heartaches I’ve been through (ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah)
Only the lonely (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
Know I cry and cry for you (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
Maybe tomorrow
A new romance
No more sorrow
But that’s the chance
You gotta take
If your lonely heart breaks
Only the lonely
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