Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
Eydie Gorme · Other Songs - Eydie Gorme
I can't believe it's true!
Girl, there's just no livin' without you.
Don't take your love away from me.
Don't you leave my heart in misery.
'Cause if you go, then I'll be blue,
Breakin' up is hard to do.
Remember when you held me tight,
And you kissed me all through the night.
Think of all that we been through,
And breakin' up is hard to do.
They say that breakin' up is hard to do,
Now I know, I know that it's true.
Don't say that this is the end.
Instead of breakin' up I wish that
We were makin' up again.
I beg of you don't say goodbye,
Can't we give our love just one more try?
Come on baby, let's start anew,
Breakin' up is hard to do.
Breaking Up Is Hard To Do - Eydie Gorme
Eydie Gorme's 1958 recording of 'Breaking Up Is Hard To Do' stands as a poignant example of mid-century pop balladry. The track captures the emotional turbulence of separation with a vocal performance that balances vulnerability and resilience. Released during the height of the rock and roll era, the song's enduring appeal lies in its relatable narrative and Gorme's distinctive contralto voice, which delivered the lyrics with a timeless quality. While the specific album placement for this single remains unrecorded in standard discographies, it has become a staple of her catalog, often featured alongside other signature hits like 'I Wanna Be Loved By You' and 'Taking A Chance On Love'. The composition reflects the era's focus on romantic drama, yet Gorme's interpretation transcends its period, cementing her status as a respected figure in vocal jazz and pop history.