Tracks of My Tears
Linda Ronstadt Lyrics
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I know I'm not be laughin loud and hardy deep inside I'm blue
So take a good look at my face you know my smile looks out of place if you look closer it's easy to trace the tracks of my tears
WHoa
I need you(need you)
Need you( need you)
Since you left me if you see me with another guy lookin like I'm havin fun, I only thought he's cute, he's just a substitute, because you're the permament one.
REPEAT CHORUS
(OUTSIDE) I'm masqueraden
(INSIDE) My hearts breakin
(I'M JUST A SAD) Since you put me down
My smile is part make-up I wear since my break-up with you.
Baby, Chorus
Whoa baby, Chorus.
In "Tracks of My Tears," Linda Ronstadt sings about how she appears to be the happiest person in the room, but inside she is deeply sad. Even though she tells jokes and seems joyful on the surface, her emotions are betraying her true feelings. She begs the listener to take a closer look at her face and see the "tracks of her tears." She's trying to hide the pain of a recent heartbreak by covering it up with a smile.
The song goes on to reveal that since her lover left her, she's been masking her heartbreak in various ways. When she's seen out with other guys, she's not truly having a good time as it may appear. She's just pretending that they're a substitute for the real thing (her ex-lover). Ultimately, she's unable to hide the pain, and her smile is a facade that she's using to cope with the breakup.
Line by Line Meaning
People Say I'm the laugh of the party cause I tell a joke or two
Others may perceive me as a happy person who keeps the party lively, with my humor and jokes.
I know I'm not be laughin loud and hardy deep inside I'm blue
But, in reality, I am not genuinely cheerful, and I am experiencing sadness within me.
So take a good look at my face you know my smile looks out of place if you look closer it's easy to trace the tracks of my tears
If you closely observe my face, my smile seems phony, and you can quickly notice the signs of tears that had rolled down my eyes and left marks.
I need you(need you)
I want you by my side, I truly miss you.
Since you left me if you see me with another guy lookin like I'm havin fun, I only thought he's cute, he's just a substitute, because you're the permanent one.
Since you parted from me, if you happen to glance at me with any other man, you might think I'm moving on for good, but in reality, he's nothing but a temporary alternative, and you're the one that I want to be with permanently.
REPEAT CHORUS
The chorus is repeated, summarizing my emotions and my longing for you.
(OUTSIDE) I'm masquerading
I am projecting myself as someone I am not in front of others.
(INSIDE) My heart's breaking
But deep down, I am in pain, and my heart is shattered into pieces.
(I'M JUST A SAD) Since you put me down
I am nothing but a pitiful, sorrowful person since the day you left me.
My smile is part makeup I wear since my breakup with you.
The smile on my face is more about makeup than the natural expression of happiness since we split.
Baby, Chorus
I sing the chorus again, referring to you affectionately as 'baby' and expressing my desire to be with you.
Whoa baby, Chorus.
I repeat the chorus with an emphatic sigh, highlighting my passionate yearning for you, 'baby.'
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Written by: DOLLY PARTON
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@SuperDrJeckyl
Nobody ever sang like her before or since. Just an extraordinary voice.
@johngould-cd1oj
Listen to a live version of "The Carpenters" performing, "Rainy Days and Mondays." (on You Tube). Tell me what you think of Karen Carpenter's voice (?)
@nancyskomars1230
I agree. She was special. And few voices today can honor her. Kelly Clarkson is one. Gabriel Henrique of Brazil, is another. Honestly, he can do justice to her. He does not yet speak English but listen to him sing "Fire to the rain". I would love that voice to sing "The moon is a harsh mistress" by Linda.
Gabriel was invited to audition for AGT. He will shine on stage June 1. I keep dropping hints for him to cover Linda's exceptional voice. Hope you listen.✌️💖🌹
@michaelwarren5646
@@johngould-cd1oj I agree with both of you each were great singers.
@beauxlee3378
@@johngould-cd1ojCarpenter was a grotesque sour note cornball. She literally couldn't carry Ronstadt's toothbrush.
@evanlouis3336
@@johngould-cd1ojCarpenter was a grotesque sour note square. Couldn't sing live. Dreadful material and she sang saccharine love songs with her creepy brother. Ronstadt was one of the greatest vocalists in the studio or live.
@edsauer2931
My God,have you ever heard anything more beautiful than this??? Linda was one of the GREAT singers ever!!
@Rob-cz9ji
Right on brother!
@lnl3237
Thinking...will get back to you!
@waiskuxx
Yeah Jessica Mauboys version