Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone
Kay Starr · Other Songs - Kay Starr
Years we've been together
Seems we can't get along,
No matter what I do
I don't appeal to you
Makes no difference whether
I am right or wrong
If we can't be sweethearts
This much you can do
Please don't talk about me when I'm gone
Oh, Honey, though our friendship ceases from now on
And listen, if you can't say anything real nice
It's better not to talk at all, that's my advice
We're parting, you go your way, I'll go mine
It's best that we do
Here's a kiss, I hope that this brings lots of luck to you
Makes no difference how I carry on
Just remember
Please don't talk about me when I'm gone.
Seems we can't get along,
No matter what I do
I don't appeal to you
Makes no difference whether
I am right or wrong
If we can't be sweethearts
This much you can do
Please don't talk about me when I'm gone
Oh, Honey, though our friendship ceases from now on
And listen, if you can't say anything real nice
It's better not to talk at all, that's my advice
We're parting, you go your way, I'll go mine
It's best that we do
Here's a kiss, I hope that this brings lots of luck to you
Makes no difference how I carry on
Just remember
Please don't talk about me when I'm gone.
Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone
Released in 1958 by Kay Starr, this soulful ballad stands as a defining track of the early girl group era. The recording captures Starr's distinctive vocal style, characterized by a powerful yet tender delivery that became a hallmark of her work. As one of her most recognized songs, it exemplifies the emotional depth and polished production typical of late 1950s R&B and doo-wop. The track remains a staple in her discography, often cited alongside other hits like 'Tonight You Belong To Me' for its enduring appeal and its role in establishing her reputation as a leading female vocalist of her time.