Written By: Bill Anderson in 1957
Recorded by "Whispering Bill" in 1958
I have always liked this song, but my favorite version was recorded by Connie Smith. I wasn't able to find a video of the song by Connie so I chose Bill Anderson's version.
The bright array of city lights as far as I can see
The great white way shines through the night for lonely girls like me
A cabarete a honky tonk their flashing signs invite
A broken heart to lose itself in the glow of city lights
Lights that say forget his name in a glass of cherry wine
Lights that offer other guys for empty hearts like mine
They paint a pretty picture of a world that's gay and bright
But it's just a mask for loneliness behind those city lights
Lights that say forget his love in a different athmosphere
Lights that lure are nothing but a masquarade for tears
They paint a pretty picture but my arms can't hold them tight
And I just can't say I love you to a street of city lights
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Beautiful photos to go with this old, old tune. I remember the song, and I remember Whisperin' Bill.
ReplyDelete— K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
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What a beautiful collection of city lights, they fit perfectly with the song. I don't remember this song but I do like it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cityscapes!
ReplyDeleteOh I love this song and Mr. Anderson and all he has done for Country Music.
ReplyDeleteWell done!!
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