Darlin'

Tom Jones

About Darlin'

"Darlin'" is a song written in 1970 by English sax player Oscar Stewart Blandamer. There have been many recorded versions of the song, including those by David Rogers as a country song, and in a rock and blues version by Frankie Miller. Further famous versions were recorded by Tom Jones, Barbara Mandrell, Smokie and Johnny Reid.


Year:
2003
3:16
24 
#2

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Darling,
I'm feeling pretty lonesome
I'd call you on the phone some
But I don't have a dime
Darling
You're so far behind me
Tomorrow's gonna find me
Further down the line
Taking me some paper
Pencil in my hand
I'm gonna write
Darling
You know I feel are cold nights
Thinking 'bout the old nights
Spent along with you
Oh, oh, darling
Tears are in my eyes now
Knowing I should try now
To make it back to you

Darling
I love you more than ever
I wish we were together
Darling mine
Darling 
I'm feeling pretty lonesome
I'd call you on the phone some
But I don't have a dime
Mmh darling 
You're so far behind me
Tomorrow's gonna find me
Further down the line
Darling, oh darling
I'm feeling pretty lonesome (I'm feeling pretty lonesome)
I'd call you on the phone some (I'd call you on the phone some)
But I don't have a dime (but I don't have one single time)
Darling (oh my darling)
You're so far behind me (you're so far behind me)
Tomorrow's gonna find me (tomorrow's gonna find me)
Further down the line
Come on now
Darling (oh my little darling)
I'm feeling pretty lonesome (I am feeling pretty lonesome)
I'd call you on the phone some

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Tom Jones

Sir Thomas John Woodward, OBE (born 7 June 1940), known by his stage name Tom Jones, is a Welsh singer. He became one of the most popular vocalists to emerge from the British Invasion. Since the mid-1960s, Jones has sung nearly every form of popular music – pop, rock, R&B, show tunes, country, dance, soul and gospel – and sold over 100 million records. more »

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Written by: STEWART BLANDAMER

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10 facts about this song

Songwriting and Production
The song "Darlin'" was initially written by Oscar Blandamer, but the version performed by Frankie Miller, Johnny Reid, and Tom Jones has undoubtedly given the track new life.
Frankie Miller
Frankie Miller, a Scottish rock singer-songwriter, made the song "Darlin'" popular when he released his own interpretation of the track in 1978.
Chart Performance
Frankie Miller's "Darlin'" did exceptionally well in the UK Singles Chart where it peaked at number 6.
Johnny Reid's Contribution
Johnny Reid, a country music artist from Canada, covered the song "Darlin'" in his 2009 album "Dance With Me."
Reid's Chart Success
Johnny Reid's version of "Darlin'" was a chart-topper too, as it reached the number 8 spot on the Canadian Hot 100.
Tom Jones' Version
Welsh singer Tom Jones also recorded a version of "Darlin'", showcasing his distinct and powerful voice to bring an additional flavor to the song.
Popularity in Pop Culture
The song "Darlin'" has also been used in different TV series such as "EastEnders" and "Porridge," as well as in commercials, increasing its popularity.
Mix of Genres
"Darlin'" has transcended the rigid lines of genre as it was first released as a pop rock song by Miller, then later being categorized as country pop in Reid's version, and then made into a pop soul track by Jones.
Not a One-Hit Wonder
Despite "Darlin'" being one of Frankie Miller's most well-known songs, he is not a one-hit wonder. He has several successful tracks to his name including "Be Good to Yourself" and "Caledonia."
Global Appeal
Each of these three artists - Miller, Reid, and Jones, although from different countries - Scotland, Canada and Wales respectively - have managed to take "Darlin'" to a global audience, further emphasizing the universal appeal of this romantic ballad.

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