Tear-Stained Letter
Jo-El Sonnier
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It was three in the morning when she took me apart She wrecked the furniture, she wrecked my heart She danced on my head like Arthur Murray The scars ain't never going to mend in a hurry Just when I thought I could learn to forget her Right through the door come a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh love love Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh love love love Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter Well my head was beating like a song by the Clash It was writing checks that my body couldn't cash Got to my feet, I was reeling and dizzy I went for the 'phone but the line was busy Just when I thought that things would get better Right through the door come a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh love love Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh love love love love Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter Well I like coffee and I like tea But I just don't like this fiddle-di-dee It makes me nervous, it gives me the hives Waiting for a kiss from a bunch of fives Just when I think I could learn to forget her Right through the door come a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh love love love Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh love love Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter Oh, oh, oh Cry, cry if it makes you feel better Set it all down in a tear-stained letter
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Written by: RICHARD JOHN THOMPSON
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8 facts about this song
Artist OriginJo-El Sonnier is an American singer-songwriter and accordionist who specializes in Cajun music. Richard Thompson is a British singer-songwriter and guitarist, widely recognized for his influential work in the genre of folk-rock.
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Multiple VersionsThe song "Tear-Stained Letter" has been performed and recorded by both artists. Thompson, who originally wrote the song, included it in his 1983 album "Hand of Kindness". Jo-El Sonnier also had a hit with the song, which he released as a single in 1988.
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Chart PerformanceJo-El Sonnier's version of "Tear-Stained Letter" was particularly successful in the United States. It reached the number one position on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1988.
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Song StyleThe song can be categorized under the sub-genre of country music known as ‘Cajun’. The particular version by Jo-El Sonnier is characterized by its use of the accordion and a lively, upbeat rhythm, which reflect his Cajun roots.
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Original VersionIn Richard Thompson's original recording, the song includes elements of British folk combined with rock and roll energy. His adept guitar playing, which he is widely recognized for, is also a notable feature of the track.
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Live Performances"Tear-Stained Letter" often features in Thompson's live performances. It has been described as a crowd-pleaser due to its rapid tempo and the energy Thompson brings to the performance.
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Cover VersionsIn addition to Sonnier's, other notable cover versions of this song have been recorded by renowned musicians like Sam Bush, and Patty Loveless.
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Song ContentThe lyrics of "Tear-Stained Letter" depict a person dealing with the aftermath of a failed relationship – a theme common in many country songs. The person still loves their former partner and is emotional about the ending of their romantic relationship, as suggested by the 'tear-stained letter' mentioned in the title.
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