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Ain't That a Shame
The Commonwealth 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...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Commonwealth's song "Ain't That a Shame" revolve around the intense feelings of heartbreak, sadness, and disappointment caused by a sudden and painful breakup. The opening lines, "You made me cry, when you said 'goodbye'," immediately set the tone for the song, expressing the raw emotions experienced when a significant other ends a relationship.


The repetition of the phrase "Ain't that a shame?" emphasizes the singer's disbelief and frustration with the situation. They express that their tears fell like rain, highlighting the depth of their sorrow and how deeply they have been affected by the breakup. The repeated line "You're the one to blame" shifts the blame onto the person who ended the relationship, suggesting that they are responsible for causing this emotional pain.


The lyrics continue to emphasize the heartbreak of the situation with the line "You broke my heart when you said we'll part." The use of the word "broke" underscores the intensity of the emotional damage caused by the breakup, portraying a sense of shattered trust and deep hurt.


The final verse, "Oh well, goodbye, although I'll cry, ain't that a shame..." reflects the conflicted feelings of the singer. They acknowledge that even though they have to say goodbye, they are still deeply affected by the breakup and know that they will continue to cry over the lost relationship. The repetition of "ain't that a shame" reaffirms the singer's disappointment and sadness, as they still find it difficult to accept the painful reality.


Overall, these lyrics capture the universal experience of heartbreak and the immense emotions that come with the end of a relationship. The repetition of phrases and the personal nature of the lyrics make "Ain't That a Shame" a relatable and emotionally resonant song for anyone who has experienced the pain of a breakup.


Line by Line Meaning

You made me cry
Your actions caused me great emotional pain


When you said, "goodbye"
When you expressed your intention to leave and end our relationship


Ain't that a shame?
Isn't it unfortunate and regrettable?


My tears fell like rain.
I cried uncontrollably, my tears flowing abundantly like rainfall


You're the one to blame.
You are solely responsible for the negative outcome and my emotional distress


You broke my heart
You caused severe emotional pain by shattering my feelings and trust


When you said we'll part
When you mentioned our separation and the end of our relationship


Oh well, goodbye
Although I reluctantly accept your departure and bid farewell


Although I'll cry.
Despite knowing that I will continue to shed tears and feel sadness


Ain't that a shame...
Isn't it unfortunate and regrettable?




Writer(s): Dave Bartholomew, Antoine Domino

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@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



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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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