Here are 2 performances by Robert John of his number 1 hit song of 1979, "Sad Eyes". The Brooklyn born singer wrote this melodic ballad himself and was able to use a fine falsetto in his...

" Sad Eyes " is a song written and recorded by Robert John, and released in April 1979. It debuted May 19 on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching the top of the chart the week of October 6. [3]

Dec 21, 2024 · Because of his uncannily high vocals and the last name, Robert John was the subject of a bit of an urban legend around the time of “Sad Eyes,” his biggest hit.

In 1978, the producer George Tobin, who had worked with Kim Carnes and Natalie Cole, called Robert to reboot his career. That's when Robert John wrote "Sad Eyes." Tobin produced the track, and it …

Aug 15, 2025 · Robert John’s “Sad Eyes” is today’s classic song of the day. Released in April of 1979, this soft rock track went all the way to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 later that year. “Sad Eyes” was …

Feb 25, 2025 · Robert John, an itinerant singer-songwriter who was working in construction before scoring a Number One hit with 1979’s “Sad Eyes,” died Monday. He was 79.

Feb 24, 2025 · Robert John was a singer and songwriter best known for his 1979 hit, “Sad Eyes,” and his version of “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” from 1971.

Promo video for Robert John's No.1 US song from 1979. It was also a Top 10 hit in Australia ... reaching No.9 ...more

Feb 25, 2025 · Robert John, the singer-songwriter behind the chart-topping hit "Sad Eyes," died on Monday, Feb. 24. He was 79.

“Sad Eyes” is a song written and recorded by Robert John, and released in April 1979. It debuted May 19 on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching the top of the chart on October 6. The song was produced...