How Long's a Tear Take to Dry
The Beautiful South
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How long's a tear take to dry When a woman has no breeze? How long's a tear take to dry When a woman, when a woman's on her knees? How long's a tear take to dry When a woman hasn't sinned? How long's a tear take to dry When the weather, when the weather brings no wind? Look I'm sorry that I hurt you You look a million dollars and a dime Time's the greatest healer But love's the greatest stealer of all time I'm so sorry, My heart's broken, (mine's the same) I still love you (make it plural) You're so sweet! The flowers smell sweeter, the closer you are to the grave The flowers smell sweeter, the closer you are to the grave How long's a tear take to dry When almighty brings is rain? How long's a tear take to dry And do tears, and do tears really stain? This heart was like a tardis I went and lost the key in a fight I've never found a locksmith Will you be my locksmith tonight? (Will I shite) I'm so sorry, (make it plural) My heart's broken, (mine's the same) I still love you (make it plural) You're so sweet! The flowers smell sweeter, the closer you are to the grave The flowers smell sweeter, the closer you are to the grave How long does sorry really last Is it tattooed upon your heart? Or is it hung in a museum With your Mona Lisa, Mona Lisa ex-ass art? I have no summer, (I'll buy you summer) I'll buy July, if December makes you cry A little or no trace face belies a lie of many days gone by A little or no trace face belies a lie of many days gone by
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Written by: DAVE ROTHERAY, PAUL HEATON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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7 facts about this song
Genre Classifications"How Long's a Tear Take to Dry?" is classified as pop and soft rock.
- The Beautiful South's music often combines both of these genres, along with influences of alternative rock.
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Album & Release InformationThe song is a part of the album "Quench," which was released in 1998.
- "How Long's a Tear Take to Dry?" was the second single released from this album.
- The song was officially released on February 22, 1999.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was successful in the UK, where it reached No. 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
- On the Scottish Singles Sales Chart, "How Long's a Tear Take to Dry?" peaked at No. 9.
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Songwriters & PerformersThe song was written by Paul Heaton and Dave Rotheray, who were both members of The Beautiful South.
- Lead vocals on the track are performed by Jacqui Abbott and Paul Heaton.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is set in a desert landscape, featuring the band members performing the track.
- It also showcases the band engaging in various activities such as motorcycle riding and desert exploration.
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Unique Song Facts"How Long's a Tear Take to Dry?" is known for its memorable lyrics that blend melancholy themes with a sense of optimism.
- The song's title poses a philosophical question, reflecting the broader themes of love, loss, and healing that it explores.
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Additional Styles & InfluencesInstruments featured in the track include a harmonica and a string section, adding a unique twist to the pop/rock arrangement.
- The Beautiful South often infused their music with a blend of pop, rock, and folk influences, and "How Long's a Tear Take to Dry?" is no exception.
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