I Count The Tears
Irma Thomas · 50th Anniversary Celebration [2009]
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
I sit and count the tears
I have counted everyday since you've been away
It seems like a thousand years
And at na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
I sit and count the tears
And I have counted all your lies, all your alibis
Now, I'm a girl, believes just what she hears
And at na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
I sit and count the tears
He's gone and found somebody new
She may be happy now but soon
She'll be counting everyday that he's been away
And it will seem like a thousand years
And at na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
She'll sit and count the tears
She'll sit and count the tears
She'll sit and count the tears
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
Na, na, na, na, na, na, late at night
I Count The Tears
Irma Thomas, widely celebrated as the Soul Queen of New Orleans, delivers a poignant performance on 'I Count The Tears.' This recording appears on her 2009 compilation, 50th Anniversary Celebration, which honors five decades of her influential career. Known for blending R&B, blues, and gospel, Thomas has maintained a consistent voice throughout her extensive discography. The track reflects her signature emotional depth, capturing the resilience often found in her work. Alongside other notable songs from this era, such as 'Loving Arms,' the piece stands as a testament to her enduring artistry. Thomas's ability to convey heartbreak and hope remains a defining characteristic of her musical legacy, making this song a fitting addition to her celebrated catalogue.