Lillian

Roy Orbison · Other Songs - Roy Orbison

They criticise me for loving you, for seeing you

Giving no reason, they don't know you Lillian

Be a mystic figure, shed your feelings from within

Let it go unnoticed where you've been Lillian



So take from me what I have to give

For I have taken from you

The crystal world in which you live

Shall fall and tumble too



Let me see, set you free

From the life you live

You have shared, Lillian



I know not why you want me

But I know why I want you

I don't need a reason

It's just you, Lillian



So take from me what I have to give

For I have taken from you

The crystal world in which you live

Shall fall and tumble too



And let you see, set you free

From the life you live

You have shared, Lillian

Lillian, Lillian

Lillian - Roy Orbison

Roy Orbison's 'Lillian' stands as a poignant example of his signature sound, blending lush orchestration with his distinctive, soaring vocals. Recorded during the height of his career, the track exemplifies the dramatic emotional range that defined his discography and solidified his status as a rock and roll icon. The song captures the melancholic yet romantic atmosphere characteristic of Orbison's work, featuring rich reverb and a driving rhythm that became a staple of his live performances and studio recordings. As part of his broader catalog of heart-wrenching ballads, 'Lillian' reflects the era's pop sensibilities while maintaining the depth that made his music timeless. It remains a testament to his ability to craft recordings that resonate deeply with listeners through melody and vocal prowess.