Smoke Gets In Your Eyes Lyrics
Patti Austin
Lyrics
They asked me how I knew
My true love was true
Oh, I of course replied
Something here inside cannot be denied
They said someday you'll find
All who love are blind
Oh, when your heart's on fire
You must realize
Smoke gets in your eyes
So I chaffed them and I gaily laughed
To think they could doubt my love
Yet today my love has flown away
I am without my love
Now laughing friends deride
Tears I can not hide
Oh, so I smile and say
When a lovely flame dies
Smoke gets in your eyes
Smoke gets in your eyes
Song & Lyrics Facts
Patti Austin's rendition of the classic song "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes" was released in 1981 as part of her album Every Home Should Have One. The genre is jazz and soul, with lyrics written by Jerome Kern and Otto Harbach for their 1933 musical Roberta.
Patti's version features a smooth, sultry vocal performance backed up by an incredible band including drummer Steve Gadd, bassist Marcus Miller, guitarists Hiram Bullock and Cornell Dupree, and keyboard player Richard Tee. The single peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart, making it one of the most successful covers of the song to date. It has been performed by many artists since its release, but Patti Austin's version stands out due to her unique interpretation of the lyrics which she delivers with power and emotion. Her version remains timeless and continues to be enjoyed by listeners around the world.