Before the Next Teardrop Falls

Freddy Fender

About Before the Next Teardrop Falls

"Before the Next Teardrop Falls" is an American country and pop song written by Vivian Keith and Ben Peters, and most famously recorded by Freddy Fender.


Year:
2004
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If he brings you happiness
Then I wish you all the best
It's your happiness that matters most of all
But if he ever breaks your heart
If the teardrops ever start
I'll be there before the next teardrop falls

Si te quiere de verdad
Y te da felicidad
Te deseo lo más bueno pa' los dos
Pero si te hace llorar
A mé me puedes hablar
Y estaré contigo cuando triste estás

I'll be there anytime
You need me by your side
To drive away every teardrop that you cried

And if he ever leaves you blue
Just remember, I love you
And I'll be there before the next teardrop falls
And I'll be there before the next teardrop falls

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Freddy Fender

Freddy Fender (June 4, 1937 – October 14, 2006), born Baldemar Garza Huerta in San Benito, Texas, United States, was a Mexican-American Tejano, country and rock and roll musician, known for his work as a solo artist and in the groups Los Super Seven and the Texas Tornados. He is best known for his 1975 hits "Before the Next Teardrop Falls" and the subsequent remake of his own "Wasted Days and Wasted Nights". more »

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Written by: Ben Peters, Vivian Keith

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10 facts about this song

Chart Achievement
"Before the Next Teardrop Falls" was a major hit for Freddy Fender in 1975. The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles and Billboard Hot 100 charts, making Fender the first artist to have a number one hit on both charts with the same song since 1961.
Album Highlight
The song was also the title track of Fender's 1974 album "Before the Next Teardrop Falls," which became one of his most successful albums, reaching number 20 on the Billboard 200 and number 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Crossover Success
The success of "Before the Next Teardrop Falls" marked Fender as a crossover artist, appealing to both country and pop music fans.
Bilingual Performance
Known for his bilingual performances, Fender sang the second verse of "Before the Next Teardrop Falls" in Spanish, which was a rarity for a number one hit on the American charts.
Song's Origin
The song was originally written by Vivian Keith and Ben Peters. Prior to Fender's hit rendition, it had been recorded by several country artists, including Duane Dee who was the first to release it in 1968, and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Grammy Hall of Fame
"Before the Next Teardrop Falls" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2015, confirming its status as a classic of American music.
Not Originally For Fender
Interestingly, the song wasn't originally intended for Fender. Record producer Huey P. Meaux brought the song to Fender only after another artist didn't show up for their recording session.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists over the years, from Dolly Parton to Al Green, attesting to its enduring popularity.
Song's Legacy
"Before the Next Teardrop Falls" is often considered Fender's signature song and cemented his place in the annals of country music history.
Touching Tombstone Tribute
When Freddy Fender was buried in 2006, his tombstone was engraved with the title of this iconic song, "Before the Next Teardrop Falls".

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