[4] orbison's recording of the song, produced by fred foster for monument records, was the first major hit for the singer. Propelled by a popular music video, it debuted at number 90 on the us billboard hot 100 on april 24, 1982. Live tv from 100+ channels
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“only the lonely” is roy orbison’s breakthrough 1960 hit
When “only the lonely” was written orbison and melson initially wanted elvis presley or the everly brothers to cut the song, but both turned it down
The everly brothers suggested orbison. When diving into the meaning behind only the lonely, we uncover a profound exploration of loneliness, heartbreak, and the human condition Orbison’s emotional vocals and vulnerable lyrics have resonated with listeners for generations, making this song a true classic. only the lonely is a song by american new wave band the motels, released in april 1982 by capitol records as the first single from their third studio album, all four one (1982)
