Roy Orbison Quotes

A collection of quotes by Roy Orbison.

Roy Orbison (1936-1988) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician whose powerful and emotional voice made him a legend in the world of rock and roll. Known for his distinctive falsetto and dark sunglasses, Orbison rose to fame in the 1960s with hit songs like "Oh, Pretty Woman" and "Crying." His melodic ballads were characterized by their haunting and melancholic sound, earning him the nickname "The Caruso of Rock." Despite personal tragedies, Orbison's career spanned over four decades, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry. He was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.

Pretty woman, I don't believe you, you're not the truth. No

Pretty woman, I don't believe you, you're not the truth. No one could look as good as you, mercy.

Roy Orbison

Truth

Only the lonely know the way I feel tonight.

Only the lonely know the way I feel tonight.

Roy Orbison

Alone

I may be a living legend, but that sure don't help when I've

I may be a living legend, but that sure don't help when I've got to change a flat tire.

Roy Orbison

Change

I close my eyes, then I drift away, into the magic night I s

I close my eyes, then I drift away, into the magic night I softly say. A silent prayer, like dreamers do, then I fall asleep to dream my dreams of you.

Roy Orbison

Dreams