About the song
Roy Orbison, a master of dramatic and heartfelt ballads, delivered one of his most enduring hits with “It’s Over.” This song, released in 1964, exemplifies the artist’s signature style, blending operatic vocals, soaring melodies, and poignant lyrics.
The song’s opening notes immediately set a melancholic tone, drawing listeners into a world of emotional turmoil. Orbison’s voice, rich and expressive, conveys the depth of heartbreak and loss. The lyrics, filled with imagery of shattered dreams and fading love, resonate with universal experiences of heartache.
The song’s arrangement is equally powerful. The lush orchestration, featuring strings and dramatic crescendos, adds to the emotional intensity. The song’s structure, with its repeating refrain and building intensity, creates a sense of dramatic tension that culminates in a powerful climax.
“It’s Over” quickly became a chart-topping success, reaching number one in the UK and the top ten in the US. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal. The song’s emotional resonance and Orbison’s unforgettable performance have solidified its place in music history.
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Lyrics
Your baby doesn’t love you any more
Golden days before they end
Whisper secrets to the wind
Your baby won’t be near you anymore
Tender nights before they fly
Send falling stars that seem to cry
Your baby doesn’t want you any more
It’s over
It breaks your heart in two
To know she’s been untrue
But, oh, what will you do?
When she says to you
There’s someone new
We’re through, we’re through
It’s over, it’s over, it’s over
All the rainbows in the sky
Start to weep, then say goodbye
You won’t be seeing rainbows anymore
Setting suns before they fall
Echo to you that’s all that’s all
But you’ll see lonely sunsets after all
It’s over, it’s over, it’s over
It’s over