Too Many Lonely Hearts

Petula Clark · Other Songs - Petula Clark

Too many lonely hearts

(petula clark)



These shadows of the loneliness

Are drifting through your eyes

You look like man

Who's dreaming lost in paradise



Yeah maybe

We both feel the same

I'm looking into your soul

And I can see the pain



I know you've lost your love

That meant the world to you

She promised you everything

Torn out to be of true



It happens to you

It happens to me

It's live forever

Look around and you can see, yeah



Too many lonely hearts

And too many lonely nights

I'm falling into be so blue

Too many lonely hearts

And too many lonely nights

I'm calling for a love that's true



I want to hear your voice

And I want to touch your soul

I'm longing for someone like you



And I, I'm tired to loneliness

And I, I need to tenderness

To make a brand-new start

'cos there are too many lonely hearts



I know this support more hurts

And live your life in fears

Spend much to many nights

Alone without tears



It happens to you

It happens to me

Love can be a prison

And love can set you free, yeah



Too many lonely hearts

And too many lonely nights

I'm falling into be so blue

Too many lonely hearts

And too many lonely nights

I'm calling for a love that's true



I want to hear your voice

And I want to touch your soul

I'm longing for someone like you



'cos I, I'm tired to loneliness

And I, I need to tenderness

To make a brand-new start

'cos there are too many lonely hearts



Too many lonely hearts

Too many lonely people

Like you and me



I want to take your hand

Maybe you understand

I'm longing for a love that's true



'cos I, I'm tired to loneliness

And I, I need to tenderness

To make a brand-new start

'cos there are too many lonely hearts

Too Many Lonely Hearts

Petula Clark's 1965 recording of 'Too Many Lonely Hearts' stands as a poignant example of her mastery of the ballad genre. Released during a period where she solidified her status as a leading figure in British pop, the track showcases her distinctive vocal style, characterized by a warm, emotive tone that perfectly complements the song's melancholic themes. While the lyrics explore the complexities of heartbreak and the difficulty of moving on from a lost love, Clark's delivery transforms the material into a timeless piece of music that resonates with listeners across generations. The recording captures the essence of mid-1960s pop, blending traditional songwriting structures with the polished production standards of the era. As part of her extensive discography, this song remains a testament to her ability to convey deep emotion through her voice alone, making it a cherished song in her catalog of enduring hits.