Robert John - Sad Eyes 1979 May 2026

The song earned Robert John a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance (Male). Song Details Songwriter: Robert John Producers: George Tobin and Mike Piccirillo

Features the legendary Darlene Love and her sister Edna Wright. ROBERT JOHN - SAD EYES 1979

Robert John passed away on February 24, 2025, at the age of 79, leaving "Sad Eyes" as his most enduring musical legacy. The song earned Robert John a Grammy nomination

Released in April 1979, the song took 20 weeks to reach #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 —at the time tying the record for the longest climb to the top spot. Released in April 1979, the song took 20

Producer George Tobin encouraged John to return to music, suggesting he write something similar to the 1978 hit "My Angel Baby." John spent three months meticulously writing and rewriting "Sad Eyes" until it was perfect.