Blue on Blue (song)

"Blue on Blue" is a popular song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. It was a hit for Bobby Vinton in 1963, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The song is a ballad characterized by its melancholic melody and lyrics. The lyrics describe the singer's profound sadness and loneliness, using the color blue as a metaphor for these feelings. The phrase "blue on blue" implies an intensification of this sadness, suggesting that the singer's sadness is compounded upon itself. The song’s simple yet evocative language contributed to its widespread appeal.

The song's success solidified Bobby Vinton's position as a major recording artist and further cemented Bacharach and David's reputation as a formidable songwriting team. "Blue on Blue" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity and status as a classic pop standard. The song is often included in compilations of popular songs from the 1960s and is frequently played on oldies radio stations.