Roy Orbison – Lana

About the song

Roy Orbison was one of the most iconic and influential singers of the 20th century. His unique voice, dark sunglasses, and dramatic stage presence made him a star, and his songs have been covered by countless artists.

One of Orbison’s most famous songs is “Lana”. The song was written by Orbison and Joe Melson, and it was released in 1961. It reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and it has since become a classic.

“Lana” is a beautiful and haunting ballad about a young woman who has died. The song’s lyrics are full of longing and regret, and Orbison’s soaring vocals perfectly capture the song’s emotional intensity.

The song has been praised by critics for its beauty and its emotional power. In 2004, it was ranked number 47 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

“Lana” is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by listeners of all ages. It is a testament to Orbison’s songwriting talent and his ability to connect with his audience on an emotional level.

Some additional details about the song:

  • The song was inspired by the death of Orbison’s mother.
  • The song’s distinctive guitar riff was played by Duane Eddy.
  • The song has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Elvis Presley.

If you’re a fan of Roy Orbison, or if you’re simply looking for a beautiful and moving song to listen to, then I highly recommend “Lana.” It’s a classic for a reason.

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Lyrics

Ling-a ling-aLing-a ling-a ling-aLing-a ling-a-ling-aLing-a ling-a-ling-aLing-a ling-a-ling-aLing-a ling-a-ling-aLing-a, ma ma ma ma ma ma ma ma ma
Oh, beautiful LanaI told it my mamaAnd my dadWhat I had
Was the sweetestAnd the neatestLittle girlIn the world
Oh la-la-la-la LanaLa-la-la-la LanaOh Lana (ah, ah ah ah)
Oh oh, oh oh oh, oh LanaDon’t make me blueOh oh, oh oh oh, oh LanaDon’t you know, don’t you know I love you
Zuhm-ah zhum-ahZhum-ah zhum-ah zhum-ahZhum-ah zhum-ah zhum-ahZhum-ah zhum-ah zhum-ahZhum-ah zhum-ah zhum-ahZhum-ah zhum-ah zhum-ahZhum-ah, ma ma ma ma ma ma ma ma ma
Oh beautiful LanaDon’t you know that I want toHug and kiss youMake you know that I miss you
While we’re apartOh my heartAll it can say is L-a-n-aL-a-n-a, heyL-a-n-a, heyL-a-n-a, hey hey
Oh oh oh oh oh LanaOh oh oh oh Lana