Sea of Heartbreak

Don Gibson

About Sea of Heartbreak

"Sea of Heartbreak" is a song written by Paul Hampton and Hal David and recorded by Don Gibson in 1961. The song reached #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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The lights in the harbor
Don't shine for me
I'm like a lost ship
Adrift on the sea

The sea of heartbreak
Lost love and loneliness
Memories of your caress
So divine, how I wish
You were mine again, my dear
I'm on this sea of tears
The sea of heartbreak

How did I lose you?
Oh, where did I fail?
Why did you leave me?
Always to sail

The sea of heartbreak
Lost love and loneliness
Memories of your caress
So divine, how I wish
You were mine again, my dear
I'm on this sea of tears
Sea of heartbreak

Oh, what I'd give to sail back to shore
Back to your arms once more

Oh, come to my rescue
Oh, come here to me
Take me and keep me
Away from the sea

The sea of heartbreak
Lost love and loneliness
Memories of your caress
So divine, how I wish
You were mine again, my dear
I'm on this sea of tears
The sea of heartbreak

The sea of heartbreak
Yeah, the sea of heartbreak
Mm, sea of heartbreak

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Don Gibson

Donald Eugene "Don" Gibson (April 3, 1928 – November 17, 2003) was an American songwriter and country musician. A Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, Gibson penned such country standards as "Sweet Dreams" and "I Can't Stop Loving You", and enjoyed a string of country hits from 1957 into the early 1970s. more »

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Written by: Hal David, Paul Hampton

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9 facts about this song

Release Details
"Sea of Heartbreak" is a song written by the famous country music artist, Don Gibson. The song was first released in the year 1961, making it one of Gibson's classic hits.
Composer and Lyricist
The powerful song was penned down by two brilliant songwriters named Paul Hampton and Hal David. Their contribution to this song has been appreciated by listeners worldwide.
Chart Performance
The released song quickly climbed to the #2 position on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. This factor contributed significantly to Don Gibson's public recognition as an artist.
Cover Versions
Many artists have made their rendition of "Sea of Heartbreak." Some notable covers include the ones by Johnny Cash, The Searchers, Ace Cannon, Jimmy Buffett, and most notably, Rosanne Cash, who enjoyed chart success with her version.
Johnny Cash's version
Johnny Cash covered the song for his 2000 album, "American III: Solitary Man," featuring Tom Petty. It displayed the versatility of the song and its timeless appeal.
Rosanne Cash's version
In 2009, Rosanne Cash, daughter of Johnny Cash, also recorded a version of the song for her album "The List". Her rendition of the song reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Song Theme
The song, "Sea of Heartbreak," is about the emotional pain of lost love. The song describes this sorrow as being lost in an endless 'sea of heartbreak', a highly relatable theme that resonates with many listeners.
Don Gibson's Legacy
While Don Gibson had several hits throughout his career, "Sea of Heartbreak" remains one of his best-known and most popular records.
Awards
Despite the song's popularity, "Sea of Heartbreak" didn't win any awards. However, it contributed significantly to Don Gibson's broad legacy in the country music genre.

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