Talk Back Trembling Lips

Johnny Tillotson

About Talk Back Trembling Lips

"Talk Back Trembling Lips" is a 1963 song first recorded by Ernest Ashworth. The song became the most successful of Ernest Ashworth's career and was his only No. 1 song on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart that October. The song spent 35 weeks on the country chart. The song also bubbled under the Billboard Hot 100, just missing the chart's main listing as it peaked at No. 101. Johnny Tillotson recorded a successful cover version in 1963 that peaked in early 1964.


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Talk back trembling lips
Shakey legs don't just stand there
Don't let her know that she's getting through to to you
Talk back trembling lips

Burning eyes don't start crying
Heart don't let her know that your breaking in two
Every day our love's a battle royal
Dear it seems that fighting is all we do

But if i let you know how much I love you
You'll do things to me you shouldn't do

So talk back trembling lips
Shakey legs don't just stand there
Don't let her know that she's getting through to to you
Talk back trembling lips
Burning eyes don't start crying
Heart don't let her know that your breaking in two

Every time you up and hurt my feelings
I pretend it couldn't matter less
I'm just hiding all of my emotions
Behind my broken heart I guess

So talk back trembling lips
Shakey legs don't just stand there
Don't let her know that she's getting through to to you
Talk back trembling lips
Burning eyes don't start crying

Heart don't let her know that your breaking in two
Heart don't let her know that your breaking in two

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Johnny Tillotson

Johnny Tillotson (born April 20, 1939 in Jacksonville, Florida) is an American singer and songwriter. He enjoyed his greatest success in the early 1960s, when he scored 9 top-ten hits on the pop, country and adult contemporary billboard charts including "Poetry In Motion" and the self-penned "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin'". He also sang "Yellow Bird", an adaptation of the Haitian song. Johnny's version is quoted as being a favorite of the former head of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, because he and his wife had enjoyed it during their honeymoon. (BBC Interview) more »

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Written by: John Loudermilk

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10 facts about this song

Song Overview
"Talk Back Trembling Lips" is a popular song that has been performed by multiple artists, most notably Ernest Ashworth and Johnny Tillotson.
Ernest Ashworth Version
Ernest Ashworth originally released "Talk Back Trembling Lips" in 1963. - It is Ashworth's biggest hit, peaking at number one on the U.S. country charts.
Johnny Tillotson Version
Johnny Tillotson's version of "Talk Back Trembling Lips" was released in 1963 as well. - Tillotson's rendition peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100.
Song Composition
The song was written by American songwriter John D. Loudermilk who is renowned for other hit songs like "Indian Reservation," and "Tobacco Road."
Song Theme
"Talk Back Trembling Lips" tells the story of a man trying to hide his heartbreak, pleading with his lips to stay steady and not reveal his true feelings.
Music Style
Both renditions of the song highlight the characteristic country-pop crossover style of the 1960s.
Song Recognition
Because of its success, "Talk Back Trembling Lips" helped to propel Ernest Ashworth to the Grand Ole Opry, one of the highest honors in country music.
Song Legacy
The tune has been covered by many artists in various genres, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
In Pop Culture
It can also be found in several compilations of classic country hits, underscoring its status as a standard in the genre.
Other Versions
Besides Ashworth and Tillotson, "Talk Back Trembling Lips" has been recorded by other artists such as Becky Hobbs and Jean Shepard.

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