Coming on Strong

Brenda Lee

About Coming on Strong

"Coming on Strong" is a song written by Little David Wilkins and performed by Brenda Lee. The song reached #11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1966. The song also reached #9 in Canada and #76 in Australia. It was featured on her 1966 album, Coming on Strong. Lee's version is referenced in the 1973 Golden Earring song "Radar Love". The song was ranked #70 on Billboard magazine's Top Hot 100 songs of 1966.


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Coming on strong
Coming on strong
I can feel the heartaches
Coming on strong

I can feel the teardrops
The pain and sorrow
Ever since you've been gone
They've been coming on strong (coming on strong)

Coming on strong (Coming on strong)

Pain (pain), come on in (come on in)
Hello sorrow, I see you're back again (back again)
Teardrops (teardrops) glad you dropped by (you dropped by)
'Cause you can help drown my pride

And since you're here (da da da)
The time seems to fly (da da da)
To let you know that you're gonna be with me
'Til I lose my mind

But you've been gone (da da da)
Much too long (da da da)
And I can feel the heartaches
Coming on strong

Only thing you left me 
Was misery for company
And memories of a love gone wrong
That keep coming on strong (coming on strong)

Coming on strong (coming on strong)
Coming on strong (coming on strong)
Coming on strong (coming on strong)

Pain (pain), I said to come on in (come on in)
Hello sorrow, I see you're back again (back again)
Teardrops (teardrops) glad you dropped by (you dropped by)
'Cause you can help drown my pride

And since you're here (da da da)
The time seems to fly (da da da)
To let you know that you're gonna be with me
'Til I lose my mind

But you've been gone (da da da)
Much too long (da da da)
And I can feel the heartaches
Coming on strong

Only thing you left me 
Was misery for company
And memories of a love gone wrong
That keep coming on strong (coming on strong)

Coming on strong (coming on strong)
Coming on strong (coming on strong)
Coming on strong (coming on strong)

Coming on strong

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Brenda Lee

Brenda Mae Tarpley (born December 11, 1944), known as Brenda Lee, is an American performer who sang rockabilly, pop and country music, and had 37 US chart hits during the 1960s, a number surpassed only by Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Ray Charles and Connie Francis. She is best known for her 1960 hit "I'm Sorry", and 1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", a US holiday standard for more than 50 years. more »

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Written by: DAVID WILKINS

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11 facts about this song

Early Release
Released in 1966, "Coming on Strong" is one of Brenda Lee's hit songs from the mid-1960s.
Chart Performance
In the Billboard Hot 100 chart, the song achieved the 11th spot in the US. Furthermore, it reached number 9 on the adult contemporary chart, showcasing its cross-genre appeal.
Country Influence
It is recognized as being among the more country-influenced of her hits during this period.
Talent Recognition
Known for her powerful, emotion-filled voice, Lee was only 12 years old when she recorded her first hit song. By the time "Coming on Strong" was released, she was already an international star.
Country Queen
Brenda Lee, despite her success in pop music, later became known as a queen of country music. "Coming on Strong" represents a hint of the direction she would later take in her career.
Unforgettable Lyrics
The song is particularly memorable for its hook-laden refrain, "You're coming on strong."
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several other artists, including Tanya Tucker and Van Shelton, proving its impact and longevity.
Album Success
"Coming on Strong" was also the title track of Lee's 1966 album, which was a commercial success.
Length of the Song
It runs for two minutes and two seconds, a typical length for pop songs during this era.
Global Popularity
Brenda Lee proved the song's universal appeal by releasing the song in other languages, including German and Japan, where it continued to see success.
Continued Legacy
In 1999, the song was featured in the film "Drop Dead Gorgeous," demonstrating its enduring appeal.

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