Lynn was born in Butcher Hollow, Van Lear, Kentucky in 1932. According to Songfacts, Loretta Lynn's superstar Country career started in 1960 when she recorded " I'm a Honky Tonk Girl " as her debut single. The song was a minor hit, climbing to #14 on Billboard's C&W Chart. By the late 1960s she had begun picking up various Female Vocalist of the Year trophies and in 1972 the singer became the first woman in history to win the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year trophy. Lynn dominated the Country charts throughout the rest of the decade and has continued to record hit records through the ensuing years. Her 50th anniversary year began with the award of a Grammy Lifetime Achievement on January 31, 2010.
Lynn released over 70 albums. She is the sister of country singer Crystal Gayle (born in Paintsville, Kentucky) and Peggy Sue, and is a cousin of Patty Loveless. Her father was a coal miner in Van Lear. Her biography was made into the 1980 film, Coal Miner's Daughter.
Whispering Sea Introduction
Loretta Lynn Lyrics
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It brought back an old love affair that used to be
It told me that you had found someone new
And lead me to cry over you
Whispering sea rolling by why don't you listen to me cry?
I cry my heart is broken to
Oh, how I love him so, no one will ever know
Well, I thought I'd left behind all his love but I was blind
I should have known that there was no use to be caring
I thought a new love I would find, that you'd never cross my mind
But the whispering sea, it talked to me
Whispering sea rolling by why don't you listen to me cry
I cry my heart is broken to
Oh, how I love him so, no one will ever know
No one but the drifting, whispering sea
The lyrics of Loretta Lynn's "Whispering Sea Introduction" are a reflection on lost love and heartbreak. The singer is sitting by the sea and it whispers to her, reminding her of a past love affair that ended. The sea tells her that her ex-lover has moved on and found someone new, causing the singer to cry over lost love once again.
The singer shares with the sea that her heart is broken and she loves him so much that no one will ever know. The sea, a symbol of endless movement and change, is the only witness to the singer's inner pain. Despite her efforts to move on and find a new love, the sea reminds her that she still carries the heartache of a lost love with her.
The lyrics of the song capture the complex emotions of heartbreak, the nostalgia for the past, and the realization that some loves are never forgotten. The whispering sea is a reminder of the enduring power of love and how time and distance cannot always erase it.
Line by Line Meaning
I sat down by the sea and it whispered to me
As I sat down by the sea, it reminded me of an old love that I had. The sea whispered to me, bringing back memories of the past.
It brought back an old love affair that used to be
The sea brought back the memory of a love affair that had ended, but was still close to my heart.
It told me that you had found someone new
The sea whispered to me that my former love had found someone new.
And lead me to cry over you
This news led me to cry and feel heartbroken over my lost love.
Whispering sea rolling by why don't you listen to me cry?
I called out to the sea, wondering why it didn't hear my cries of sadness.
I cry my heart is broken to
I cried expressing my heartbreak over my lost love.
Oh, how I love him so, no one will ever know
Despite my sadness, I still deeply loved my former partner and felt as though no one else could ever understand my pain.
No one but the drifting, whispering sea
The only thing that could understand my pain and heartbreak was the sea that drifted and whispered by.
Well, I thought I'd left behind all his love but I was blind
I convinced myself that I had moved on from my former love, but in reality, I was still holding onto those feelings.
I should have known that there was no use to be caring
I realized that there was no point in caring for someone who no longer loved me back.
I thought a new love I would find, that you'd never cross my mind
I believed that I would find a new love and forget about my former partner, but the reality was different.
But the whispering sea, it talked to me
The sea spoke to me again, reminding me of my lost love and bringing back feelings of heartbreak.
Contributed by Lila P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Texas back yard Astronomy Glen Rose Texas
i did not know about this song.
will have to buy the cd for my wife debrah.
wish i could apologize to Mrs Lynn for recording her in concert for a few minutes last september.
the show at detroit was our first, we were celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary.
my wife looked tired of holding her phone so i took it while she enjoyed seeing Lorretta being introduced.
i swear i could see lorretta lynn looking at me. the look said turn that camera off ! lol
im a cabbage head so i thought i might be misinterpreting her expression wrong.
it wasnt two minutes later a usher came up front behind and said there is no filming the show.
it was embarrassing to say the least.
anyhow, im sorry about filming with the camera phone. i honestly did not know it was against the rules.
the show was great, you and martina mcbride was fantastic.
Van Gower
Loretta was, what, maybe 83 when she recorded this song and video? Not sure if the whole album was recorded over a period of time. But wow, look at just how BEAUTIFUL she is! Just a really beautiful, beautiful lady. She is The Queen.
Loretta Lynn
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Miranda Paredes
What? 83ish? No! I thought she is 20! Love her so much!
Andrioux
WHAT A VOICE. Pure magic.
Loretta Lynn
Hi there
Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all youโve done for me throughout the years.
Itโs a season of love๐โค๏ธโค๏ธ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my YouTube channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.๐๐๐๐๐
Larry
this entire album is hands down her best yet!!!! her voice is just as strong as it was in the 60's, 70s.ย the music is top notch!! She proves she can sing anything.. Appalachian, Gospel, Pop..ย It's hard to pick a favorite they're all that good!!! In the pines is so haunting it give me chills.. Always on my mind is better than the original..and the duet with Willieย is GRAMMY material!!!!ย I see a #1 in the future!!! Long live the Queen of Country!!
samo530
She still has it and is such a blessing to those who love her. I am so glad she is still out there doing what she loves. I grew up with her and feel like she is a part of our family =P she was always playing in our home. She is the queen of country music and deserves all the best.
Loretta Lynn
Hi there๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น
Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all youโve done for me throughout the years.
Itโs a season of love๐โค๏ธโค๏ธ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my YouTube channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.๐๐๐๐๐๐
RC and The Moonpie Band
Loretta Lynn is a national treasure. Her voice is still amazing. We are seeking out this new album now.
Larry
+RC and The Moonpie Band yes she is!!!!