About the Song
Connie Francis’ Lipstick on Your Collar is a timeless pop gem that encapsulates the drama and intrigue of young love. Released in 1959, the song quickly became a sensation, capturing the hearts of listeners with its catchy melody and relatable lyrics.
At its core, “Lipstick on Your Collar” is a playful yet suspenseful tale of jealousy and suspicion. The song’s narrator, a young woman, discovers a telltale lipstick stain on her boyfriend’s collar. This seemingly innocuous clue ignites a whirlwind of emotions, from doubt and insecurity to anger and heartbreak. Francis’s vocal performance is nothing short of exceptional, conveying a wide range of feelings with authenticity and vulnerability.
The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its universal themes. Love, trust, and betrayal are experiences that resonate with people of all ages. Moreover, the song’s infectious energy and upbeat tempo make it an enjoyable listen, even for those who might not typically gravitate towards the pop genre.
Lipstick on Your Collar is more than just a catchy tune; it’s a snapshot of a particular era, a time when young love was filled with both excitement and uncertainty. Francis’s interpretation of the song has become iconic, and it continues to be a beloved classic for generations of music lovers.
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Lyrics: “Lipstick On Your Collar”
(yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
(yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)When you left me all alone at the record hop
Told me you were goin’ out for a soda pop
You were gone for quite a while, half an hour or more
You came back and man oh man this is what I sawLipstick on you collar, told a tale on you
Lipstick on you collar, said you were untrue
Bet your bottom dollar, you and I are through
Cause, lipstick on you collar told a tale on you, yeahYou said it belonged to me, made me stop and think
Then I noticed yours was red, mine was baby pink
Who walked in but Mary Jane, lipstick all a mess
Were you smoochin’ my best friend? Guess the answer’s yesLipstick on you collar, told a tale on you
Lipstick on you collar, said you were untrue
Bet your bottom dollar, you and I are through
Cause, lipstick on you collar told a tale on you, boyTold a tale on you, man
Told a tale on you, yeah