Tonight the Heartache's on Me
Joy Lynn White
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You could've heard a pin drop When they walked through the door Had to turn my eyes away My heart fell to the floor Someone whispered, "Where's her halo?" 'Cause she had an angel's face He stood there smiling, holding on To the one who took my place So tonight the heartache's on me, on me Let's drink a toast to the fool who couldn't see Bartender pour the wine, 'cause the hurtin's all mine Tonight the heartache's on me I wonder if he told her She's the best he's ever known The way he told me ev'ry night When we were all alone She'll find out when the new wears off He'll find somebody new She'll learn what heartache's all about And what I'm going through But tonight the heartache's on me, on me Let's drink a toast to the fool who couldn't see Bartender pour the wine, 'cause the hurtin's all mine Tonight the heartache's on me But tonight the heartache's on me, on me Let's drink a toast to the fool who couldn't see Bartender pour the wine, 'cause the hurtin's all mine Tonight the heartache's on me Yes tonight, the heartache's on me
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Written by: Bob Morrison, Fred Macrae, Maryland Francis
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10 facts about this song
Song Details"Tonight the Heartache's on Me" is a song that was popularized by American country band Dixie Chicks.
- It served as the third single on their fourth studio album "Wide Open Spaces" released in 1998.
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Original VersionInterestingly, the song was initially recorded by country singer Joy Lynn White for her 1993 album "Between Midnight & Hindsight".
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Chart PerformanceDixie Chicks version achieved notable success on the charts. It peaked at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and at number 3 on the Canada Country Tracks chart.
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Songwriters"Tonight the Heartache's on Me" is penned by the trio of songwriters Mary Francis, Johnny MacRae, and Bob Morrison.
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Video AppearanceThe music video for Dixie Chicks' rendition was directed by Thom Oliphant and premiered in the April 1999.
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Lyrical ThemeThe song revolves around the theme of heartbreak and the female protagonist offering to buy a round of drinks to drown her sorrows as she deals with an impending breakup.
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Cover VersionAnother country singer Julie Roberts covered this song for the tribute album "Just Because I'm a Woman: Songs of Dolly Parton" in 2003.
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Public ReceptionDespite a relatively lower chart position compared to other singles from Dixie Chicks album "Wide Open Spaces," the song was well received by critics and it actually played a significant part in helping the album be recognized quintuple platinum by the RIAA as of 2001.
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Live performancesDixie Chicks have added "Tonight the Heartache's on Me" to the setlist of various concerts and tours, showcasing their powerful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess.
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Musical StyleThe song carries the classic country sound that defines much of Dixie Chicks' earlier work, featuring elements of steel guitar and fiddle interplay.
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