Her voice is beautiful. It
consoles against unspeakable loss. Is loss inevitable? Yes, but life and increase help take the sting out of it. Her song is testament to the fact. You can hear her voice revive so much hope
against so much loss. No wonder people are comfortable in their solitude.
The orchestra, her voice, and lyrics are enduring.
The song debuted in 1960. Wikipedia explains,
"This Bitter Earth" is a 1960 song made famous by rhythm and blues singer Dinah Washington. Written and produced by Clyde Otis, it peaked to #1 on the U.S. R&B charts for the week of July 25, 1960, and also reached #24 on the U.S. pop charts.
