Rose Colored Glasses

John Conlee

About Rose Colored Glasses

"Rose Colored Glasses" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music singer John Conlee. It was released in April 1978 as the first single and title track from his debut album Rose Colored Glasses. The song peaked at number 5 in the United States and number 6 in Canada. Conlee wrote the song with George Baber.


Year:
1978
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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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John Conlee

John Conlee (born August 11, 1946) is an American country music singer. Between 1978 and 2004, Conlee charted a total of thirty-two singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts and recorded eleven studio albums. His singles include seven Number One hits: "Lady Lay Down," "Backside of Thirty," "Common Man," "I'm Only in It for the Love," "In My Eyes," "As Long As I'm Rockin' with You" and "Got My Heart Set on You." Besides these, Conlee has sent fourteen other songs into the Top Ten. more »

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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.
Singer Biography
The song is sung by John Conlee, a notable American country music singer during the late 70s and 80s.
Chart Ranking
"Rose Colored Glasses" was Conlee's debut single and peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Album Information
It was the lead single from Conlee's debut studio album, also titled "Rose Colored Glasses".
Co-Writers
The song was co-written by John Conlee and George Baber.
Signature
The song is best known for Conlee's soulful vocal performance. It was indeed Conlee's signature song.
Live Performances
John Conlee is known to wear a pair of rose-colored glasses during live performances, a nod to the song's title.
Iconic Lyrics
The 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.
No Music Video
"Rose Colored Glasses" was released before the advent of music videos, so it does not have an official video.
Impact on Career
The 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.
Music Style
The song is noted for its traditional country music style and is often seen as a prime example of 1970s country.
Notable Recognition
In 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.
Admiration among Peers
Over the years, "Rose Colored Glasses" has been admired by John Conlee's peers in the industry, both for its lyrics and Conlee's performance.
International Popularity
Despite 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.
Emotional Theme
The 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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