About the song
The Grass Roots’ “Midnight Confessions” is a timeless ballad that has resonated with audiences for decades. Penned by Lou T. Josie and originally performed by the Ever-Green Blues, the song’s story of unrequited love and longing has universal appeal.
The track’s haunting melody and introspective lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man consumed by his feelings for a married woman. He knows his love is forbidden, yet he can’t resist the temptation to express his emotions, even if it means confessing his heart’s desires in the dead of night. The song’s poignant message of yearning and regret has struck a chord with listeners across generations.
The Grass Roots’ rendition of “Midnight Confessions” was a departure from their usual pop sound. With its soulful harmonies and lush orchestral arrangements, the song showcased the band’s versatility and ability to tackle more mature themes. The track’s commercial success solidified the group’s status as one of the most popular bands of the late 1960s, and it remains a beloved classic in their discography.
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Lyrics
The sound of your footsteps
Tell me that you’re near
Your soft gentle motion, babe
Brings out a need in me that nobody hears, except
In my midnight confessions
When I tell all the world that I love you
In my midnight confessions
When I say all the things that I want to
I love you
There’s a little gold ring you wear on your hand
Makes me understand
There’s another before me, you’ll never be mine
I’m wastin’ my time
Staggering through the daytime
Your image on my mind
I’m passing so close beside you, baby
‘Cause sometimes the feelings are so hard to hide, but
In my midnight confessions
When I tell all the world that I love you
In my midnight confessions
When I say all the things that I want to
I love you
There’s a little gold ring you wear on your hand
Makes me understand
There’s another before me, you’ll never be mine
I’m wastin’ my time
In my midnight confession
When I tell all the world that I love you
In my midnight confessions
When I say all the things that I want to
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