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I’ve heard this song before, sounds like a British invasion era tune, but I missed who originally did this on the radio….
Here’s the only lyrics I know….
“With your long blonde hair and your eyes of blue…
The only thing that I got from you was…sorrow…sorrow.”Ring a bell with anyone?
Thanks in advance,
Stan
It’s ‘Sorrow’ by The Merseys from 1966 (Fontana Records). Later covered by David Bowie on ‘Pin Ups’ (1973).
They were formed in Liverpool and formerly and latterly known as the Merseybeats. I live just 12 miles from the Cavern Club where they used to play. They have a website you can check out.
I was familiar with Bowie’s version, the lyric strikes a chord as they describe my ex. You can see his version on YouTube too.
You can play it and a selection of their other hits from the Home Page.
Hope you can sleep now!
Thanks so much…at least I was right about the 60’s. It’s a good little tune that most have forgotten about.
Nice to live so close to the old Cavern Club…hope they’re preserving that historic venue.
I grew up in the Cotswolds…Stow on the Wold to be precise. My father was Army Aircorp way back when.
The original Cavern closed in 1973. It was remodelled and rebuilt with some of the old bricks and partially on the same site and reopened in 1984. The venue still hosts gigs and an annual Beatles festival.
This year Liverpool is European City of Culture – so plenty to look forward to locally. Ringo was at the opening ceremony last weekend.
Last time I visited Stow on the Wold, I stayed at Stow Lodge Hotel – a Beautiful part of the country. No doubt now full of Londoners!
Had the benefit of seeing Lu twice in November (London and Sheffield). Two very different shows (what else would you expect!) – but both just as great.
Now looking forward to seeing Neil Young in Manchester in March. Can’t wait!!!!!
Ronnie, if you notice my tag line, I was wondering if you ever get up Muswell Hill way, or maybe happen by Konk?
I met Ray once….I was in awe….the single greatest songwriter of the 20th century..In my humble opinion…sorry Lu, but your best stuff is 21st century anyway, right?
Hi Stan – sorry for delay replying, not been on here for a few days. I have not been to Muswell Hill – the nearest I have been is Highams Park where friends used to live (also in North London) – we mostly headed up to the West End. I pass by London most nights on the M25 – Lucinda keeps me going on those long trips!
Not sure what you are referring to with ‘Konk’ – Google tells me they were an 80’s band out of New York. ‘Conk’ is English slang for ‘Nose’ – are you referring to Ray’s Nez? When I got into my car the other night, heading home from work, what should be the first tune on? but ‘Waterloo Sunset’ – how spooky is that? That really is one of the very best British Pop songs – EVER!
Just been out shopping – I can never go to the Supermarket without coming away with at least one CD – so I limit myself to going once a week! Got Robert Plant and Alison Krauss’ album and Radiohead’s In Rainbows today (oh and a Pretenders singles collection – well it was only £4).
Stay safe.
Hey Ronnie, no problem with the late reply…I’m not much of an internet surfer these days either.
Konk is Ray Davies studio. I haven’t heard his new album yet, “Workingman’s Cafe,” since for some reason, it’s not available in the states. I could get it off I-Tunes, but…I keep hearing the U.S. release will have two extra songs, plus a DVD, so I’m holding out for that.
Take care,
Stan
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