Heartbreak Hotel
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
WRITERS MAE BORN AXTON, TOMMY DURDEN, ELVIS PRESLEY
Well since my baby left me Well I found a new place
to dwell Well it's down at the end of Lonely Street
That Heartbreak Hotel, where I'll be.
.. I'll be just so lonely baby,
Well I'm so lonely, I'll be so lonely I could die.
Although it's always crowded,
You still can find some room For broken hearted lovers
To cry there in the gloom,
and be so... They'll be just so lonely baby They'll
be just so lonely, Well they're so lonely they could
die. Now, the bell hop's tears keep flowin',
And the desk clerk's dressed in black.
Well they've been so long on Lonely Street They'll
never, never look back, and they'll be.
.. They'll be just so lonely,
baby Well they're so lonely Well they're so lonely
they could die. Well now, if your baby leaves you,
You've got a tale to tell.
Well just take a walk down Lonely Street To Heartbreak
Hotel, where you will be..
. You'll be so lonely baby,
Well you'll be lonely, You'll be so lonely you could
die. Although it's always crowded,
You still can find some room.
For broken hearted lovers To cry there in the gloom,
and be so... They'll be just so lonely baby Well they're
so lonely, Well they're so lonely they could die
About Heartbreak Hotel
Tom Jones's "Heartbreak Hotel" stands as a definitive rock and roll anthem, capturing the raw emotion of lost love with his signature gravelly baritone. Released in the mid-1960s, the track exemplifies Jones's ability to blend American rock energy with British vocal power, establishing him as a major force in the genre. The song's enduring popularity stems from its relatable narrative and Jones's masterful delivery, which transformed a standard pop ballad into a timeless classic. It remains a staple of his discography, frequently performed live to resonate with audiences across generations. The recording showcases the era's shift toward more personal and dramatic vocal styles, cementing Jones's reputation as a vocalist who could convey deep sorrow with unbridled energy. Its inclusion in countless compilations and live sets underscores its status as an essential work in rock history.