About the song
Let me introduce you to a timeless classic that has been touching hearts for decades: “Traces” by Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost. This song is not just a melody; it’s a journey through memories, a testament to the bittersweet nature of love and loss.
“Traces” was penned by the talented songwriting team of Buddy Buie, J.R. Cobb, and Emory Gordy Jr. It made its debut in 1969 as part of the album “Traces.” This soulful track quickly captured the hearts of listeners and ascended the music charts, securing a spot in the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its haunting melody and poignant lyrics struck a chord with audiences, earning it widespread acclaim and recognition.
Dennis Yost’s emotive vocals bring the lyrics to life, conveying the raw emotion and vulnerability inherent in the song’s message. As he croons about the lingering traces of a love that’s slipped away, listeners can’t help but be drawn into the depths of their own memories and emotions.
“Traces” has endured the test of time, becoming a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. Its universal themes of love, heartbreak, and longing are as relevant today as they were when the song was first released.
So, if you’re in the mood for a musical journey that speaks to the heart, look no further than “Traces” by Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost. Let its timeless melody and soul-stirring lyrics transport you to a place where memories linger and emotions run deep.
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Lyrics
Faded photographs, covered now with lines and creases
Tickets torn in half, memories in bits and pieces
Traces of love, long ago that didn’t work out right
Traces of love
Ribbons from her hair, souvenirs of days together
(Things we used to share, souvenirs of days together)
The ring she used to wear, pages from an old love letter
Traces of love, long ago that didn’t work out right
Traces of love, with me tonight
I close my eyes and say a prayer
That in her heart, she’ll find a trace of love still there
Somewhere
Traces of hope in the night that she’ll come back and dry
These traces of tears from my eyes
Traces of hope in the night that she’ll come back and dry
These traces of tears from my eyes