A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight)

Mickey Gilley

About A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight)

"A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight)" is a song written by Chick Rains, and recorded by American country music artist Mickey Gilley. It was released in January 1981 as the second single from the album That's All That Matters to Me. "A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight)" was Mickey Gilley's eleventh number one hit on the country chart. The single stayed at number one for a single week and spent a total of twelve weeks on the country chart.


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Well, if the whiskey doesn't get me, I know the memories will
'Cause you left a hole in my heart, that's too deep to fill
But a drink or two, maybe three or four, for a while you're out of sight
It's a headache tomorrow or a heartache tonight

The sun goes down, the blues come around
And the choice is black and white
Low down and lonesome and high as a kite
When you can't win for losing, you know it's just not right
It's a headache tomorrow or a heartache tonight

No matter which one you choose you lose, I know which one I'll take
When the sun comes up tomorrow, something's gonna ache
If I could take a pill to kill the pain, I know I'm gonna be all right
It's a headache tomorrow or a heartache tonight

The sun goes down, the blues come around
And the choice is black and white
Low down and lonesome and high as a kite
When you can't win for losing, you know it's just not right
It's a headache tomorrow or a heartache tonight

The sun goes down, the blues come around
And the choice is black and white
Low down and lonesome and high as a kite
When you can't win for losing, you know it's just not right
It's a headache tomorrow or a heartache tonight

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Mickey Gilley

Mickey Leroy Gilley (born March 9, 1936) is an American country music singer and musician. Although he started out singing straight-up country and western material in the 1970s, he moved towards a more pop-friendly sound in the 1980s, bringing him further success on not just the country charts, but the pop charts as well. Among his biggest hits are "Room Full of Roses," "Don't the Girls All Get Prettier at Closing Time," and the remake of the Soul hit "Stand by Me". He is also the cousin of Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl McVoy, Jim Gilley and Jimmy Swaggart. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, Gilley is a licensed pilot, who holds an instrument rating with commercial pilot privileges for multi-engine airplanes, as well as private pilot privileges for sin… more »

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Written by: CHICK RAINS

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12 facts about this song

Song Release and Popularity
"A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight)" was released in 1981, capturing people's hearts and minds as a classic country tune.
Chart Success
The song topped the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, proving its popularity among fans of country music.
Award Winning
The single won the Academy of Country Music award for Song of the Year in 1981.
Songwriter
The song was written by Chick Rains, who is known for penning songs for other big country stars like Crystal Gayle and Eddie Rabbitt.
Album
The single comes off the album "That's All That Matters to Me", adding to the list of hits Mickey Gilley is known for.
Unique Style
Gilley's performance and style on this track distinguishes him as a beloved honky tonk musician.
Social Impact
In the song, Gilley addresses the theme of short-term pleasure versus long-term pain, a common human experience, contributing to the song's lasting impact.
Artist’s Career
This catchy number played a key role in establishing Gilley's reputation as a country music legend.
Mickey Gilley
Mickey Gilley, the singer of "A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight)", is a cousin of famed rock and roll musician Jerry Lee Lewis.
Recurrent Theme
The song falls under the common country genre theme of love and heartache, an element that has been known to resonate with listeners around the world.
Recording Studio
The song was recorded under the Epic Records label, a company that played an essential role in its distribution and popularity.
Pop Culture
The song has been featured in various media forms since its release, bringing this classic country tune to audiences of all ages.

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