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.
Leavin's For Unbelievers
Dottie West Lyrics
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Nobody likes being alone
Nobody wants to feel like
somebody don't need them
Nobody likes being alone
So stop. Turn around
Just look at what we're doin'
Callin' it quits
Oh, stop. Come back
Let's try a little harder
'Cause leavin's for unbelievers
And I believe that we're in love
Everyone's had a little heartache inside them
But that ain't no reason
for sayin' goodbye
And everyone's seen
a little thunder and lightenin'
But that ain't no reason to run and hide
So stop. Turn around
Just look at what we're doin'
Callin' it quits
Like a couple of fools
Oh, stop. Come back
Let's try a little harder
'Cause leavin's for unbelievers
And I believe that we're in love
In Dottie West's song "Leavin's For Unbelievers", the lyrics explore the theme of relationships and the fear of being alone. The opening lines of the song reveal the reluctance of people to lose a friend or lover and the discomfort that comes with feeling unneeded. The chorus urges the lover to come back and try harder to fix the relationship, indicating that walking away is not a solution, in fact, it is only for those who give up on love.
Throughout the song, the lyrics tell us that heartache and struggles are inevitable in any relationship, but they should not lead to a breakup. The lines "callin' it quits like a couple of fools" speak to the impulsiveness of ending a relationship without considering the consequences. The phrase 'leavin's for unbelievers' reveals that one must keep believing in love and keep trying to work things out, instead of giving in to doubts or fears.
Overall, the lyrics convey a message of perseverance and the need to work hard and communicate to make any relationship work. It emphasizes the importance of sticking through difficult times and not giving up on love too soon.
Line by Line Meaning
Nobody likes losin' a friend or a lover
Loss of a friend or lover is an unpleasant experience.
Nobody likes being alone
Loneliness is unpleasant.
Nobody wants to feel like somebody don't need them
Feeling unwanted or unneeded is unpleasant.
Nobody likes being alone
Loneliness is unpleasant.
So stop. Turn around
Stop what you're doing and reflect on your actions.
Just look at what we're doin'
Pay attention to the decisions being made.
Callin' it quits
Ending the relationship.
Like a couple of fools
Acting foolishly.
Oh, stop. Come back
Ask your partner to reconsider ending the relationship.
Let's try a little harder
Make an effort to work things out.
'Cause leavin's for unbelievers
Ending the relationship is a negative decision.
And I believe that we're in love
The relationship still has value and potential.
Everyone's had a little heartache inside them
Everyone experiences emotional pain.
But that ain't no reason for sayin' goodbye
Don't end the relationship just because of past suffering.
And everyone's seen a little thunder and lightenin'
Everyone has experienced difficulties and conflicts.
But that ain't no reason to run and hide
Don't avoid the problems, face them.
So stop. Turn around
Stop what you're doing and reflect on your actions.
Just look at what we're doin'
Pay attention to the decisions being made.
Callin' it quits
Ending the relationship.
Like a couple of fools
Acting foolishly.
Oh, stop. Come back
Ask your partner to reconsider ending the relationship.
Let's try a little harder
Make an effort to work things out.
'Cause leavin's for unbelievers
Ending the relationship is a negative decision.
And I believe that we're in love
The relationship still has value and potential.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, MIRANDA MILLSAP D/B/A IRONSIDE MUSIC
Written by: GOODRUM, MAHER
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