Neville charted again, in 1989, when he collaborated with Linda Ronstadt on three consecutive duets: Don't Know Much, All My Life, and When Something Is Wrong with My Baby, the first two reached Number One on the Adult Contemporary charts. Neville has released more than 20 singles, including three Number Ones on the Adult Contemporary format, and a fourth on the R&B format.
His other hits have included Everybody Plays the Fool, his successful 1991 cover of the 1972 Main Ingredient song, that reached #8 on the Hot 100; Don't Take Away My Heaven, Hercules and Can't Stop My Heart From Loving You (The Rain Song). Neville's biggest solo successes have been on the Adult Contemporary chart, where "Don't Know Much," "All My Life," and "Everybody Plays the Fool" all reached Number One.
Aaron signed to SonyBMG's new Burgundy Records label in late 2005 and recorded an album of songs by Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Sam Cooke and others for Bring It On Home...The Soul Classics, released on September 19, 2006. The album, produced by Stewart Levine, features collaborations between Neville and Chaka Khan, Mavis Staples, Chris Botti, David Sanborn, Art Neville, and others. The album's first single was a remake of The Impressions' 1963 classic It's All Right.
On October 27, 2006, Neville made a guest appearance on an episode of the soap opera The Young and the Restless. He sang Stand By Me" and Ain't No Sunshine, from his album, Bring It on Home … The Soul Classics. In 2008 he released Gold, which includes a double album of his hits.
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Tears on My Pillow
Aaron Neville Lyrics
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It was not so long ago, you broke my heart in two
Tears on my pillow, pain in my heart, caused by you, you
If we could start anew, I wouldn't hesitate
I'd gladly take you back, and tempt the hand of fate
Tears on my pillow, pain in my heart, caused by you,
When you find the one you love,
She'll fill your heart with joy
If we could start anew, I wouldn't hesitate
I'd gladly take you back, and tempt the hand of fate
Tears on my pillow, pain in my heart, caused by you, you
You, you
You, you
You don't remember me
You don't remember me
I remember you, like it was just yesterday
I remember you
Don'tcha play me for a fool
Broke my heart in two
Ooo wooo ooo
Ah ah
Ooo woo
The song "Tracks of my Tears" by Aaron Neville is a deeply emotional and melancholic ballad about heartbreak and longing. The song's opening lines imply that while the girl in question has moved on, the singer remembers her vividly, indicating that he is still holding onto the pain of the past. The repeated refrain of "tears on my pillow, pain in my heart, caused by you" emphasizes the depth of the heartache he is experiencing.
The second verse of the song is a plea to start again, even though the risk of getting hurt is high. The singer is willing to face fate and take a chance on love again. The middle section of the song seems to act as a reminder of what true love is and what it means, a warning that it's not a "gadget" or a "toy." When you find true love, it brings joy into your heart.
In conclusion, "Tracks of my Tears" is a beautifully melancholic song that explores the nature of love and heartbreak. Its message is clear: Love is worth the risk of pain, and while the scars of previous heartbreak might never fade away, they serve as a reminder to keep fighting for true love.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't remember me, but I remember you
You may not recall, yet I haven't forgotten the way you made me feel
It was not so long ago, you broke my heart in two
It's been awhile, but it still stings the way you hurt me
Tears on my pillow, pain in my heart, caused by you, you
I can't shake off the sadness and agony you put me through
If we could start anew, I wouldn't hesitate
Given the chance, I'll take another shot with you without thinking twice
I'd gladly take you back, and tempt the hand of fate
I'm willing to invite destiny's unpredictable nature by giving you another chance
Tears on my pillow, pain in my heart, caused by you,
Once more, I'm suffering from the hurt and tears you brought me
Love is not a gadget and love is not a toy
Love should not be taken lightly and treated as something disposable
When you find the one you love,
She'll fill your heart with joy
When you do find true love, the happiness it brings is indescribable
You, you
You're the one responsible for the mess I'm in
You don't remember me
I'm not surprised that you've forgotten about me
I remember you, like it was just yesterday
I still recall every detail of you as if it happened recently
Don'tcha play me for a fool
I won't let you deceive me again and twist me around your finger
Broke my heart in two
You shattered my heart into a million pieces
Ooo wooo ooo
Ah ah
Ooo woo
These sounds express the singer's pain and sorrow
Lyrics © Royalty Network, RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SYLVESTER BRADFORD, AL LEWIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Stephen Arthur
The most under rated voice of our time . l get shivers and tingles down my spine every time l hear Aaron Neville's voice . l also can admit to having tears in my eyes .
Kathleen Shotz
Agree🥰
Maggi Steele
Nothing wrong with admitting the tears my friend I've got them too,,god bless from IRELAND x
Barb Copeland
Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Still listening in 2022 ❤️🙏 Legend , Such an incredibly unique talented voice. Love Mr Neville , He’s on my Playlist
warwickdank
Do you all understand how hard it is to record a clean track in one take? This is absolutly amazing.
Eileen Davey
Nice one your voice is lovely so cool
Makeyla
warwickdank only he could do it
alex paic
You are right but looks effortless to him
Jacqueline Mueller
Between Aaron and George Jones these are the only two gentlemen that I have ever known that can take a hold of a musical note and twist it until it makes you get out of your seat and dance. Love them both!
Kemela Davis
Wow!!! December 2019.
What a voice!!!
Love you Mr Neville.