Tears

Bee Gees · One [1989]

I started out to be the man behind the scenes

Knowing I was in above my head

For all that I could see, I never saw the truth

Now I'm alone



Heaven only knows how much I'm missing you

Knowing I had heaven in my hands

And there will be tears, tears are mixed with rain

Keeper of my flame



Time and tide is on my side, it stands forever

There will be nights of love and yes there will be tears



I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears tonight

I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears



The silent telephone, the turning of the key

You're still inside of me, I'm not ashamed

For all that I can do, I can't forget your face

I call your name



Heaven only knows what I've been crying for

And all I've done to keep this love alive

Even through my tears, tears are mixed with rain

Keeper of my flame



I will pray you're on my side, it stands forever

There will be nights of love and yes there will be tears



I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears tonight

I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears



Soon there will be tears rollin' down my world

Keeper of my flame

Time and tide is on my side, it stands forever

There will be nights of love and yes there will be tears



I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears tonight

I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears



I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears tonight

I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears



I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears tonight

I will not sleep tonight

There will be tears

I will not sleep tonight

Tears

Released in 1989, Tears stands as a poignant song in the Bee Gees' later discography, appearing on the album One. The track captures the group's enduring ability to blend emotional depth with polished production, reflecting the introspective tone that characterized their work during this period. While the brothers had previously defined the disco era, this recording demonstrates their continued relevance and adaptability within the pop landscape. The song serves as a testament to their collaborative songwriting process, offering a moment of vulnerability amidst a catalogue of hits. It remains a significant piece for fans exploring the band's evolution beyond their most commercially dominant years, showcasing the vocal harmonies and melodic sensibilities that have long defined their musical identity.