Before the Next Teardrop Falls
               Freddy Fender

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If he brings you happi-ness, Then I wish you both the best
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It's your happiness that matters most of all
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But if he ever breaks your heart, If the teardrops ever start
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I'll be there before the next teardrop falls


CHORUS:
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I'll be there Any-time you need me by your side
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To dry away every teardrop that you cried, If he ever leaves you blue
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Just re-member I love you I'll be there Before the next teardrop falls




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Tho' it hurts to let you go Darling, I want you to know
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That I'll stand by you If ever you should call
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And if I should ever hear That he made you shed a tear
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I'll be there Before the next teardrop falls

CHORUS


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I'll be there Before the next teardrop falls