vocals by Janette Sewell.
Not to be confused with the group The Dominoes.
The Bells
Dominoes Lyrics
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Bell bottom blues, you made me cry.
I don't want to lose this feeling.
And if I could choose a place to die
It would be in your arms.
Do you wanna see me crawl across the floor to you?
Do you wanna hear me beg you to take me back?
I don't wanna fade away.
Give me one more day, please.
I don't wanna fade away.
In your heart I want to stay.
It's all wrong, but it's all right.
The way that you treat me baby.
Once I was strong but I lost the fight.
You won't find a better loser.
[Chorus: x2]
Bell bottom blues, don't say goodbye.
I'm sure we're gonna meet again,
And if we do, don't you be surprised
If you find me with another lover.
[Chorus]
I don't want to fade away.
Give me one more day please.
I don't want to fade away.
In your heart I long to stay.
The song "Bell Bottom Blues" by Dominoes is a heart-wrenching ballad with lyrics that speak of being deeply in love but also being hurt and trying to hold on to the feeling as long as possible. The line "Bell bottom blues, you made me cry" suggests that the person being addressed has caused the singer to cry but also acknowledges the strong emotional connection that the singer has with this person. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer doesn't want to lose the feeling of being in love and that they would want to die in the arms of the person they love.
The next verse suggests that the singer is willing to beg and crawl just to be with this person and that even though it's wrong to be treated poorly, they still want to stay in this person's heart. The line "Once I was strong but I lost the fight" hints at a power dynamic where the other person might have more control over the relationship. However, the singer acknowledges this and says "you won't find a better loser" suggesting that they are willing to be the submissive one in the relationship as long as they can be with the one they love.
The final verse talks about meeting again in the future, but also accepting that the person might be with someone else. The plea "give me one more day please" shows the desperation of the singer to hold onto the love they feel. The song ends with the repeated plea to not fade away and to stay in the heart of the one they love.
Line by Line Meaning
Bell bottom blues, you made me cry.
The type of sadness you caused me is overwhelming and extremely painful.
I don't want to lose this feeling.
I don't want to lose this love and affection I feel towards you.
And if I could choose a place to die
It would be in your arms.
I would choose to die in your arms because the feeling of love and safety I have when I'm with you is stronger than anything else.
Do you wanna see me crawl across the floor to you?
Are you so heartless that you want to see me beg for your love and affection?
Do you wanna hear me beg you to take me back?
Do you want me to plead with you to give me another chance at our relationship?
I'd gladly do it because
I don't wanna fade away.
I'm willing to do anything to maintain the connection we have because I don't want to lose you and fade into obscurity.
Give me one more day, please.
I request for you to give me another chance to prove myself as a worthy partner.
In your heart I want to stay.
I want to remain in your heart and mind as someone you love and care for deeply.
It's all wrong, but it's all right.
Even though our relationship is dysfunctional and problematic, I still find comfort in it.
The way that you treat me baby.
The way you behave and act towards me is hurtful and difficult to understand.
Once I was strong but I lost the fight.
I used to be a strong and independent person, but the struggles in our relationship have broken me down.
You won't find a better loser.
Even though I lose in our relationship, I still hold on because I believe that the love we share is worth the pain and effort.
Bell bottom blues, don't say goodbye.
Don't say goodbye to me, as I'm not ready to let go yet.
I'm sure we're gonna meet again,
And if we do, don't you be surprised
If you find me with another lover.
We'll surely cross paths again, and if we do, don't be surprised if I have found someone new to love and care for me.
I don't want to fade away.
I don't want to disappear from your life and memory.
In your heart I long to stay.
My desire is to remain in your heart and to be remembered as someone who has loved you deeply.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERIC PATRICK CLAPTON, BOBBY WHITLOCK
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@TonySideburns
Elvis had this record in his private collection.
@piccolojojo2
Elvis used to play the song. He loved listening to the way the lead singer, Clyde McPhatter, actually broke down and cried his way through the verses.
@walters8809
WALTER SLOAN JR THIS WAS ONE OF MY BEST GROUP SONG, BACK IN MY YOUNG DAYS, WE LOVE THE DOMINOES.
@jaredpaul5522
Man this dude's voice is awesome, this is a beautiful haunting tune! Clyde McPhatter had a beautiful voice
@drummerjeffreyclemens
This is outrageous in every way. The sentiment. The studio production. The bells. The background oohs and aahs. That roller-rink organ ! Sure don't make records even close to this no'mo. Killer !!
@mojotonekazoosearth1534
Check out James Brown do the cover on this a few years later you love it
@mojotonekazoosearth1534
Too
@kristinedunbar1737
Elvis Presley's favorite song. Apparently The Dominoes were very theatrical. The lead singer pushed a baby carriage with a doll in it across the stage.
@fncz
"Where they were headed?" They made an incredibley soulful and fun R&B records of all time!
@mamiestephens7682
This record was recorded at King Recording Co. In Cincinnati Ohio.My sister worked thete at that time.So many artist James Brown,and also Billy Ward and many Rythem and Blues artist were recorded there also.