About the song
“Bye Bye Love” is a celebrated song that has made a lasting impression in the world of music. Written by Felice and Boudleaux Bryant, the song was first released in 1957 and is best known for its debut recording by the Everly Brothers. This iconic track, issued by Cadence Records, quickly became a sensation.
The Everly Brothers’ version of “Bye Bye Love” achieved remarkable success. It climbed to No. 2 on the US Billboard Pop charts and reached No. 1 on the Cash Box Best Selling Record charts. Additionally, it topped the country music charts in the spring of 1957, demonstrating its broad appeal across different genres. The song’s popularity is further reflected in its ranking as No. 210 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of “The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.” In recognition of its enduring impact, the Everly Brothers’ recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998.
The song’s distinctive guitar intro, which was not part of the original composition, was a creative addition by Don Everly. Chet Atkins played lead guitar on the session, while Floyd Chance handled the upright bass and Buddy Harman played drums. This arrangement contributed to the song’s unique sound and enduring appeal.
“Bye Bye Love” has been covered by several notable artists over the years. George Harrison offered his own interpretation in 1974, using the song to reflect on his personal life and changes in his relationships. Simon & Garfunkel also included a live version of the song on their 1970 album “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” showcasing its continued relevance and appeal.
The song has been covered in various forms and languages, including Hebrew by The Brothers & The Sisters in 1973 and a humorous version by Ben Vereen and Roy Scheider for the film “All That Jazz” in 1979. Other artists such as Ray Charles and Anne Murray have also added their unique touches to the song, further cementing its place in music history.
“Bye Bye Love” remains a testament to the Everly Brothers’ influence and the song’s lasting power in the music world.
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Lyrics
Bye-bye love
Bye-bye happiness
Hello loneliness
I think I’m gonna cry
Bye-bye love
Bye-bye sweet caress
Hello emptiness
I feel like I could die
Bye-bye my love, goodbye
There goes my baby with someone new
She sure looks happy, I sure am blue
She was my baby ’til he stepped in
Goodbye to romance that might’ve been
Bye-bye love
Bye-bye happiness
Hello loneliness
I think I’m gonna cry
Bye-bye love
Bye-bye sweet caress
Hello emptiness
I feel like I could die
Bye-bye my love, goodbye
I’m through with romance, I’m through with love
I’m through with countin’ the stars above
And here’s the reason that I’m so free
My lovin’ baby is through with me
Bye-bye love
Bye-bye happiness
Hello loneliness
I think I’m gonna cry
Bye-bye love
Bye-bye sweet caress
Hello emptiness
I feel like I could die
Bye-bye my love, goodbye
Bye-bye my love, goodbye
Bye-bye my love, goodbye
Bye-bye my love, goodbye