Ribbon of Darkness

Gordon Lightfoot

About Ribbon of Darkness

"Ribbon of Darkness" is a song written by Gordon Lightfoot that was released in 1965 as a single by Marty Robbins. The song was Robbins' eleventh number one on the U. S. country singles chart, where it spent one week at the top and a total of nineteen weeks on the chart. Lightfoot's own version was released as single in 1965 and included in his 1966 debut album Lightfoot! and again for his 1975 compilation album Gord's Gold. The latter recording features the song in a medley with "I'm Not Sayin'", as does the live recording from Lightfoot's 1969 Sunday Concert album.  


Year:
1989
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Ribbon of darkness over me
Since my true love walked out the door
Tears I never had before
Ribbon of darkness over me 

Clouds a-atherin' o'er my head
That kill the day and hide the sun
That shroud the night when day is done
Ribbon of darkness over me 

Rain is falling on the meadow
Where once my love and I did lie
Now she is gone from the meadow
My love goodbye 

Ribbon of darkness over me
Where once the world was young as spring
Where flowers did bloom and birds did sing
Ribbon of darkness over me 

Here in this cold room lyin'
Don't want to see no one but you
Lord I wish I could be dyin'
To forget you 

Oh how I wish your heart could see
How mine just aches and breaks all day
Come on home and take away
This ribbon of darkness over me

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Gordon Lightfoot

Gordon Meredith Lightfoot, Jr. CC OOnt (born November 17, 1938) is a Canadian singer-songwriter who achieved international success in folk, folk-rock, and country music, and has been credited for helping define the folk-pop sound of the 1960s and 1970s. He has been referred to as Canada's greatest songwriter and internationally as a folk-rock legend. more »

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Written by: GORDON LIGHTFOOT

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10 facts about this song

Song History Fact
"Ribbon of Darkness" is a song that was first released in 1965. This classic song was written and initially recorded by Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot.
Cover Fact
Despite being written and first recorded by Lightfoot, "Ribbon of Darkness" actually became more popular in the United States through its next recorded version. The song was covered by American country music artist Marty Robbins, whose version topped the country chart in 1965.
Album Fact
Gordon Lightfoot's recording of "Ribbon of Darkness" was featured in his debut studio album, “Lightfoot!” This album was released in 1966, a year after Marty Robbins' cover reached the top of the charts.
Charts Fact
Upon its release as a single, Marty Robbins' cover of "Ribbon of Darkness" rapidly ascended the charts. The song hit the number one spot on the U.S. Billboard Country Singles chart and stayed in that position for one week.
Song Theme Fact
The song portrays the feeling of darkness that envelops the singer's world upon his love leaving him. The "ribbon of darkness" symbolizes the pain and loneliness following a heartbreak.
Awards Fact
Robbins' rendition of "Ribbon of Darkness" was nominated for the 1965 Grammy Award in the category of Best Country & Western Recording.
Performance Fact
Gordon Lightfoot, during his performances, often tells the audiences that Marty Robbins' cover of "Ribbon of Darkness" was what helped to kick-off his career.
Collaboration Fact
In 1975, a decade after Marty Robbins' version was released, both Robbins and Lightfoot performed a duet of "Ribbon of Darkness" on the TV show "Marty Robbins' Spotlight".
Poetry Fact
Lightfoot has been quoted stating that he considers "Ribbon of Darkness" to be one of his favorite compositions because of its sense of poetic messaging and lyrical quality.
Cultural Impact Fact
Even decades after its original release, "Ribbon of Darkness" still holds a special place in country and folk music. The song is regarded as one of the classics and frequently covered by various artists.

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