About the song
*“It’s Over,” a heart-wrenching ballad penned by Roy Orbison and Bill Dees, stands as a testament to Orbison’s prowess as a songwriter and performer. Released in 1964, the track quickly ascended the charts worldwide, becoming one of the defining moments of his career.
Orbison’s signature dramatic flair is on full display in this song, as he navigates the emotional turmoil of a shattered relationship. The lyrics, filled with longing and despair, are perfectly complemented by his rich, resonant voice. The song’s structure, with its soaring melodies and dramatic climax, is a hallmark of the rock opera ballads that Orbison helped to popularize.
The song’s commercial success was undeniable. Topping the charts in the UK and reaching the top ten in the US, “It’s Over” solidified Orbison’s status as an international superstar. Critics praised the track’s emotional depth and Orbison’s vocal performance. Billboard lauded the song’s “sympathetic lyrics, chorus, and string arrangements that combine, combine, combine.”
Beyond its commercial success, “It’s Over” has endured as a timeless classic. Its inclusion in Orbison’s posthumous album, A Black & White Night Live, further cemented its place in music history. The song continues to resonate with listeners today, serving as a poignant reminder of the power of music to evoke deep emotions.”*
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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