Tears Are No Strangers
Osborne Brothers · Osborne Brothers 2 (1968-1974) [Bear Family] [1995]
I used to think I was too big to cry
You came along and when you left I thought that I would die
But time and tears have made the change and with some help I'm free
But all you left was a shell of a man I used to be
Tears are no strangers to me, tears are no strangers to me.
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You're crying now the way I used to do
I sympathise and understand because I've cried some too
That's over now I'll take you back we'll find new wings to fly
Let's make a vow that tears of joy are all we'll cry
Tears are no strangers to me, tears are no strangers to me.
Tears are no strangers to me...
Tears Are No Strangers
Recorded by the Osborne Brothers, this track exemplifies the raw, acoustic storytelling that defined their career as the first family to achieve major country music stardom. The song features the brothers' signature harmonies and a straightforward arrangement typical of their work on the 1968–1974 Bear Family compilation. It reflects the genre's tradition of addressing personal hardship and resilience through simple, relatable lyrics. As part of their broader discography, the recording showcases their ability to blend traditional folk elements with the polished production standards of the early 1970s, cementing their legacy as pioneers of the family act format in American country music.