Defeated

Roy Orbison · Other Songs - Roy Orbison

Defeated, defeated

Defeated i've been

Defeated, defeated

I didn't win your love



I've played the game, my love was true

But just the same, i still love you



Defeated, defeated

Now i know the score

Defeated, defeated

Yet i love you even more



My opponent was lucky, didn't even try

Guess i'm a bad loser, that is why i cry

The game was fun, but oh, how i know

I should have won, i need you so



Defeated, defeated

The game is through

I've been defeated

But i'm still in love with you

Defeated - Roy Orbison

Roy Orbison's "Defeated" stands as a poignant example of his signature sound, blending lush orchestral arrangements with his distinctive, soaring vocal style. Released during the height of his career, the track exemplifies the emotional depth and dramatic tension that defined his recordings from the early 1960s. The song captures the melancholic essence of Orbison's work, where personal sorrow is amplified by rich instrumentation and his unique baritone. As part of his broader discography, "Defeated" reflects the era's rock and roll evolution while maintaining the soulful, theatrical quality that made him a legendary figure in American music history.