Ain't That a Shame
Fats Domino Lyrics


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You made me cry when you said goodbye
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame

You broke my heart when you said we'll part
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame

Oh well goodbye
Although I'll cry
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame

(Ain't that a shame)
You're the one to blame

You made me cry when you said goodbye
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame

Oh well goodbye
Although I'll cry
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain




Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame

Overall Meaning

Fats Domino's song "Ain't that a shame" is a classic example of the 1950s rhythm and blues. The song is about heartbreak and lost love. The lyrics are about a man who is crying after his partner said goodbye. He is sad, and his tears are like rain. The song's title, "Ain't that a shame," is a sarcastic jab at his former partner, who is the one to blame for his heartbreak. The man acknowledges the pain but still says goodbye since he cannot take it anymore.


The song's tempo and rhythm are upbeat, characterized by a piano, guitar, drums, and a saxophone. The upbeat music contrasts with the sadness of the lyrics, making it a popular dance tune. The song's message and tone make it a great example of the popular 1950s rhythm and blues music, which often dealt with love, heartbreak, and pain.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was originally called "Ain't it a shame." However, the title was changed due to concerns that it might not fit with radio broadcast standards. The song was a massive hit and peaked at number ten on the Billboard charts in 1955. It has since been covered by multiple artists, including Pat Boone, who had a number one hit with his cover.


Line by Line Meaning

You made me cry when you said goodbye
I wept when you left me


Ain't that a shame
It's quite unfortunate


My tears fell like rain
My emotions ran like water from my eyes


You're the one to blame
You caused this sadness


You broke my heart when you said we'll part
You shattered my soul by saying we will separate


Oh well goodbye
Farewell then


Although I'll cry
Despite the fact that I'll be shedding tears


(Ain't that a shame)
(Which is quite unfortunate)


You're the one to blame
You caused this heartbreak




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Antoine Domino, Dave Bartholomew

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@G-Dog779

You made me cry
When you said goodbye
Ain’t that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain’t that a shame
You were the one to blame

You broke my heart
When you said we’re apart
Ain’t that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain’t that a shame
You were the one to blame

Oh well, goodbye
Although I’ll cry
Ain’t that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain’t that’s shame
You were the one to blame

(Piano & trumpet instrumental)
You made me cry
When you said goodbye
Ain’t that a shame
My tears fell like rain
You were the one to blame

Oh, well goodbye
Although I’ll cry
Ain’t that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain’t that a shame
You were the one to blame



@schneidermyriam8900

You made me cry when you said goodbye
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame
You broke my heart when you said we'll part
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame
Oh well goodbye
Although I'll cry
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame
(Ain't that a shame)
You're the one to blame
You made me cry when you said goodbye
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame
Oh well goodbye
Although I'll cry
Ain't that a shame
My tears fell like rain
Ain't that a shame
You're the one to blame



All comments from YouTube:

@JasonNation72

"I hate being called the king of rock and roll. I consider my friend Fats Domino to be the king of rock and roll." -Elvis Presley in 1969

@KCOBAINZ67

Chuck Berry

@carlosanayamantilla7154

@@KCOBAINZ67 Buddy Holly... better!

@whitneywilliams317

Chuck Berry
Fats Domino
Little Richard
Elvis Presley
Buddy Holly
Jimi Hendrix
Jerry Lee Lewis
Richie Valens
The Big Bopper
Bill Haley
The 10 kings

🎸🎸🎸

@carlosanayamantilla7154

@@whitneywilliams317 The Founding Fathers of Rock and Roll...plus Jerry Lee Lewis and Bill Haley

@whitneywilliams317

@@carlosanayamantilla7154 well the Seven Kings🎸🎸

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@josephlemko3027

I loved this man back in the 1950s. It is 2024 & nothing has changed. Actually I appreciate his music even more. PEACE.

@Broomie63

Respect man, glad you're still around to enjoy his music all these years later

@josephlemko3027

​@@Broomie63: Thank you very much. PEACE

@Benito23456

Lyrics, melody, voice, instruments, all beautiful. Music 50 years older than me

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