Definition of Before the Next Teardrop Falls (song)
"Before the Next Teardrop Falls" is an American country song written by Vivian Keith and Ben Peters, and most famously recorded by Freddy Fender. His version was a major crossover success in 1975, reaching number 1 on the Billboard pop and country charts. In 2025, the single was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry.
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What is Before the Next Teardrop Falls (song)?
"Before the Next Teardrop Falls" is an American country song written by Vivian Keith and Ben Peters, and most famously recorded by Freddy Fender. His version was a major crossover success in 1975, reaching number 1 on the Billboard pop and country charts.