Ribbon of Darkness
Marty Robbins
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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-gatherin' 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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Written by: GORDON LIGHTFOOT
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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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.
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Cover FactDespite 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.
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Album FactGordon 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.
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Charts FactUpon 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.
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Song Theme FactThe 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.
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Awards FactRobbins' rendition of "Ribbon of Darkness" was nominated for the 1965 Grammy Award in the category of Best Country & Western Recording.
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Performance FactGordon Lightfoot, during his performances, often tells the audiences that Marty Robbins' cover of "Ribbon of Darkness" was what helped to kick-off his career.
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Collaboration FactIn 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".
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Poetry FactLightfoot 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.
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Cultural Impact FactEven 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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