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.
I Miss You Already
Dottie West Lyrics
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The time has come you're telling me goodbye I know that I can't stop you if I try
I've had way too many chances now I'll have to set you free
I watch you go too late I know how much you mean to me
Yes I miss you already don't know how I'll go on
I miss you already and you're not even gone
So kiss me once again and please don't cry I promise there'll be no more alibis
I watch you go too late I know I've lost my happiness
Yes I miss you already...
The song "I Miss You Already" by Dottie West is a heartfelt expression of sadness and regret from a narrator who realizes too late the true value of the departing loved one. The song begins with the poignant line "I miss you already and you're not even gone," setting the tone for the rest of the lyrics where the singer laments the imminent departure of their partner. The line speaks to the singer's deep regret and sense of loss before it has even occurred. The line also reveals the singer's recognition that their own actions have led to the end of the relationship and that they will have to bear the consequences.
The singer accepts that they cannot stop their partner from leaving - "I know that I can't stop you if I try" - and expresses their sadness at having had "way too many chances" to make things right. They watch their partner leave with a heavy heart, knowing they have lost someone they deeply care about. The second stanza sees the singer pleading with their partner not to cry, promising there will be "no more alibis." They acknowledge the loneliness that awaits them, knowing they have lost their happiness.
The song is a poignant reminder of how easily we can take those closest to us for granted - until it's too late. It's a reminder to treasure the people we love, to appreciate them while we have them, and to make sure we don't let them slip away. The song ends on a tragic note, leaving a sense of wonder at the finality of lost love.
Line by Line Meaning
I miss you already and you're not even gone
I am already feeling your absence and you haven't even left yet.
The time has come you're telling me goodbye I know that I can't stop you if I try
You are saying farewell to me and I know that even if I attempt to convince you to stay, it won't work.
I've had way too many chances now I'll have to set you free
I have been given enough chances and now I will have to let you go.
I watch you go too late I know how much you mean to me
I am watching you leave and now it is too late to realize how much you truly mean to me.
Yes I miss you already don't know how I'll go on
Indeed, I am already missing you, and I am not sure how I will continue without you.
So kiss me once again and please don't cry I promise there'll be no more alibis
Please kiss me one last time and do not shed any tears; I promise I won't have any excuses in the future.
I'll have to find myself a way to face this loneliness
I'll need to determine a way to confront the solitude that will come with your departure.
I watch you go too late I know I've lost my happiness
Now that you are leaving, I realize that I have lost my happiness and it is too late to recover it.
Yes I miss you already...
I am already missing you...
Contributed by Brooklyn S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ruth Boykin
Love her voice, watched her on TV back years ago, great song also.Thank you Tom.
Lena Andersson
Realy LOVELY song BY Dottie,first time I hear THIS ONE....so thanks TOM💗
Tom Page
Faron Young made it famous, but Dottie does a good job as well.😊
Beverly Kennedy
What a beautiful voice, Gone long before we who love country music, had a chance to listen like we would have done if she were still here to enjoy. Loved her beautiful and voice,
Rebecca D
Dottie West. Great Vocal
Great Song. Thank you Tom P.
Primrose Haran
Fantastic singer and song thank you for this lovely post
Herb Houston
Such a beautiful song..
by a beautiful lady... She had a hard life... If I remember right... she was trying to revive her career and was on her to the Opry when she had car trouble and someone picked her up... and there a car crash... She never had that chance to renew her career... Sad story...
Christopher Starcher
I heard about that so sad
Christopher Starcher
She had a great voice
latokatn506
Thanks T page ghreat Talent Of Our Time RIP !!!!