Throughout the sixties, seventies, and eighties Dottie pumped out chart toppers like no other. she was selling out concerts, selling millions of records, staring in movies, winning Grammies, Clieos and any other kind of awards you can think of. There is no doubt that the little girl from Tennessee came a long way. Dottie West earned herself the respect of everyone in the music industry and countless fans. If not for her music, most people remember her for either her stage presence or overall good nature. She was always looking out for others and going out of her way to do things for fans, family and friends. Despite Dottie's constant chart presence and sold out concerts her foundation fell out from under her when she discovered that she was a victim of a sneaky accountant and was overpowered by the IRS to give up all she owned. And ALL is ALL. The list of Dottie's personal momentous included the rights to all her music (I believe she wrote well over 400). All Dottie did was look out for others and this is how she was treated...disgusting if you ask me! But Dottie had dignity and started to rebuild her empire.
On august 30, 1991 Dottie was scheduled to appear at The Grand Old Opry. Her car broke down and, determined to keep her promise, she flagged down a passing driver and got a ride. On the way the driver lost control of the car and crashed. Battered, beaten and suffering from the wreck, Dottie pulled the driver from the car herself. She died due to injuries from the accident days later while in the hospital.
Heartaches by the Number
Dottie West Lyrics
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I never knew that I could hurt this way
And heartache number two was when you come back again
You came back but never meant to stay
Now I've got heartaches by the number, troubles by the score
Every day you love me less, each day I love you more
Yes, I've got heartaches by the number, a love that I can't win
Heartache number three was when you called me
And said, ?That you were coming back to stay?
With hopeful heart I waited for your knock on the door
I waited but you must have lost your way
Now I've got heartaches by the number, troubles by the score
Every day you love me less, each day I love you more
Yes, I've got heartaches by the number, a love that I can't win
But the day that I stop counting, that's the day my world will end
In Dottie West's song "Heartaches By The Number," she reflects on several heartbreaks brought on by a love that she simply can't seem to win. In the first verse, she talks about the pain she felt when her lover left her, and in the second verse, she expresses the disappointment and confusion she felt when that lover returned but didn't stay. The third verse highlights another attempt at reconciliation, when her lover called to say he was coming back for good, but once again, that hope was dashed when he didn't arrive.
Throughout the song, West sings of the heartaches she's experienced, the troubles that continue to pile up, and the fact that she loves her unfaithful partner more and more with each passing day. Despite the fact that she acknowledges this love can't be reciprocated, she can't seem to stop counting the number of heartaches she's endured.
Overall, "Heartaches By The Number" is a testament to the power of enduring love and the heartbreak it can bring, a theme that has resonated with listeners for over six decades.
Line by Line Meaning
Heartache number one was when you left me
The first time you left me, it caused me immense emotional pain
I never knew that I could hurt this way
I was unaware that I had the capacity to feel this much pain
And heartache number two was when you come back again
When you returned, it brought another wave of grief and pain
You came back but never meant to stay
You returned only to leave me again, causing even more heartache
Now I've got heartaches by the number, troubles by the score
My sorrow is immeasurable, and my problems are numerous and never-ending
Every day you love me less, each day I love you more
Your feelings for me are diminishing, while my love for you is growing stronger
Yes, I've got heartaches by the number, a love that I can't win
I am experiencing an overwhelming amount of pain because of a love that is impossible
But the day that I stop counting, that's the day my world will end
If I am ever able to stop counting my heartaches, it means that my love for you is finally gone and my world as I know it will come to an end
Heartache number three was when you called me
When you called me and said you were coming back, it caused another heartache
And said, ?That you were coming back to stay?
You made me believe that you were returning for good, but it was just another false hope
With hopeful heart I waited for your knock on the door
I eagerly and optimistically waited for you to arrive, hoping that this time you would truly stay
I waited but you must have lost your way
You never showed up, leaving me to feel lost and alone once again
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harlan Howard
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@coolsweetgroovy
Thanks for this I've been a fan of Dottie's since I was little unfortunately the accident happened the week after my 1st birthday
@guyaushk
Thanks for sharing this Album. In growing up in the 60's and 70's, my Mother had this album and said this was one of her favorite songs. On September 12, 2017, it will be 25 years since she passed on, and still love hearing this song and thinking of her.
@markginther2842
Yahoo...Dottie is finally gonna be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame this year!!! She so deserves this for all she did for Country Music.
@donaldewert2332
Dottie was the Best!!!
@hublocker849
My mom had this record around the house when I was a teenager. I never realized now much that bass playing influenced me as a musician until a few years ago.