Rose Colored Glasses
John Conlee
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I don't know why I keep on believing you need me When you've proved so many times that it ain't true And I can't find one good reason for staying Maybe by leaving would be the best for you But these rose colored glasses That I'm looking through Show only the beauty 'Cause they hide all the truth And they let me hold on to the good times, good lines The ones I used to hear when I held you And they keep me from feeling so cheated, defeated When reflections in your eyes show me a fool These rose colored glasses That I'm looking through Show only the beauty 'Cause they hide all the truth So I just keep on hopin', believing That maybe by counting the many times, I've tried You'll believe me when I say, I love you And I'll lay these rose colored glasses aside These rose colored glasses That I'm looking through Show only the beauty 'Cause they hide all the truth
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Written by: GEORGE F. BABER, JOHN W CONLEE
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"Rose Colored Glasses" was released in March 1978.
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Singer BiographyThe song is sung by John Conlee, a notable American country music singer during the late 70s and 80s.
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Chart Ranking"Rose Colored Glasses" was Conlee's debut single and peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Album InformationIt was the lead single from Conlee's debut studio album, also titled "Rose Colored Glasses".
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Co-WritersThe song was co-written by John Conlee and George Baber.
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SignatureThe song is best known for Conlee's soulful vocal performance. It was indeed Conlee's signature song.
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Live PerformancesJohn Conlee is known to wear a pair of rose-colored glasses during live performances, a nod to the song's title.
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Iconic LyricsThe song uses the phrase 'rose-colored glasses' as a metaphor for viewing the world or situations in a persistently positive or optimistic light, despite reality.
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No Music Video"Rose Colored Glasses" was released before the advent of music videos, so it does not have an official video.
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Impact on CareerThe success of "Rose Colored Glasses" cemented John Conlee's place in the country music industry and led to a successful music career with over 30 hit singles on the Billboard Country Charts.
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Music StyleThe song is noted for its traditional country music style and is often seen as a prime example of 1970s country.
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Notable RecognitionIn 1997, almost 20 years after its original release, the song was covered on LeAnn Rimes' album "Unchained Melody: The Early Years". This further sheds light on its enduring appeal.
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Admiration among PeersOver the years, "Rose Colored Glasses" has been admired by John Conlee's peers in the industry, both for its lyrics and Conlee's performance.
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International PopularityDespite being a US country hit, "Rose Colored Glasses" found an audience internationally amongst fans of classic country music, extending its popularity beyond its release era.
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Emotional ThemeThe song effectively captures the sad, poignant experience of trying to maintain an optimistic outlook even when a relationship is breaking down. This emotional theme resonated with many listeners, contributing significantly to its enduring popularity.
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