Somebody Somewhere (Don't Know What He's Missin' Tonight)
Loretta Lynn
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Somebody, somewhere don't know what he's missin' tonight It must have all started with that darned old Late Show It made me so lonely and sad And to make it all better, I kept getting bluer With each little drink that I had Then I tuned in a DJ Who played every sad song he owned Lord, I need someone so, but everyone I know Is away, bein' needed at home Somebody, somewhere don't know what he's missin' tonight Lord, here sits a woman, just lonesome enough to be right For love 'em and leave 'em, how I need someone to hold tight Somebody, somewhere don't know what he's missin' tonight Somebody, somewhere don't know what he's missin' tonight Lord, here sits a woman, just lonesome enough to be right For love 'em and leave 'em, how I need someone to hold tight Somebody, somewhere don't know what he's missin' tonight
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Written by: GIUSEPPE DONAGGIO, SIMON NAPIER-BELL, VICKI WICKHAM, VITO PALLAVICINI
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10 facts about this song
Release and Genre"Somebody Somewhere (Don't Know What He's Missin' Tonight)" is a country music song by singer Loretta Lynn. It was released in January 1977 as the first single from her album "I Remember Patsy".
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Chart SuccessThe song hit number one on the U.S. country music charts, making it Lynn’s tenth number one country hit.
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Song Writing CreditsThe song was written by Lola Jean Dillon.
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Album's TributeThe album "I Remember Patsy" was a tribute to Patsy Cline, who was a close friend and mentor to Loretta Lynn.
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ReceptionBesides reaching the top spot in the country music charts, the song was also well-received by critics, further establishing Loretta Lynn as a country music icon.
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AwardsThe success of "Somebody Somewhere (Don't Know What He's Missin' Tonight)" contributed to Lynn being named Female Vocalist of the Year by the Country Music Association in 1977.
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Professional CollaborationsLoretta Lynn often worked with the producer Owen Bradley, a key figure in the Nashville sound, who also produced the track.
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Other PerformancesWhile being heavily identified with Loretta Lynn, the song has also been covered by other artists in the country genre.
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TV PerformancesLynn performed "Somebody Somewhere (Don't Know What He's Missin' Tonight)" on various TV shows and music specials throughout her career, showcasing her popularity and the song's enduring appeal.
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Cultural ImpactThe song is considered a classic in country music and is part of Loretta Lynn's lasting legacy in the genre. It continues to be played on country radio stations and covered by new artists.
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