Dan Folger - Inside My Heart There Came A Tear

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Review by hanin widagdo

Inside My Heart There Came A Tear: A Soulful Gem from 1962 Alright, let’s talk about Inside My Heart There Came A Tear by Dan Folger. If you’re into soul music that hits you right in the feels, this album is worth a spin. Released back in ’62 on Hickory Records, it’s got that raw, unpolished vibe of early soul with just enough funk sprinkled in to keep things groovy. And hey, when was the last time you heard something so real? The two tracks here—“Inside My Heart” and “There Came A Tear”—are short but pack a punch. I’ll be honest, these songs aren’t trying to reinvent the wheel. They’re simple, heartfelt tunes that feel like they were written late at night, maybe after one too many cups of coffee. Written by Folger and Melson (you might recognize that name if you’re into old-school country), the lyrics are pretty straightforward, but man, do they stick with you. Take “Inside My Heart,” for example. It’s the kind of song that sneaks up on you. The melody starts off mellow, almost shy, but then those vocals kick in, and suddenly you’re hooked. You can hear the emotion cracking through every note—it’s not perfect, and that’s what makes it special. It’s like he’s telling you his story, not singing to some big crowd. And then there’s “There Came A Tear.” This one gets me every time. It’s slower, sadder, and kinda haunting. The way the piano lingers in the background while Folger sings about heartbreak—it’s impossible not to feel it. I mean, who hasn’t had moments where everything just feels heavy? This track nails that mood without overdoing it. No flashy production tricks, no autotune—just pure, honest soul. What strikes me most about this record is how personal it feels. These aren’t polished pop hits designed to climb charts; they’re little snapshots of someone working through their emotions. Back in ’62, when soul music was still finding its footing, albums like this helped shape the genre into what we love today. Sure, it’s low-key compared to later legends like Aretha or Marvin Gaye, but isn’t there something refreshing about hearing music that doesn’t try too hard? Here’s the thing, though—I didn’t expect to connect with this album as much as I did. Maybe it’s because life feels chaotic sometimes, and listening to something so stripped-down reminds me to slow down. Or maybe it’s just that tear thing—hearing someone else cry out their pain makes your own hurt seem smaller somehow. Either way, give this one a shot. Who knows? You might find yourself humming “Inside My Heart” long after the needle lifts off the record. Oh, and random thought: does anyone else think the title sounds like the setup for a really moody novel? Just saying.

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Artist: Dan Folger
Album: Inside My Heart There Came A Tear
Rating: 4.5

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Inside My Heart2:00
There Came A Tear2:10

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Dan Folger - There Came A Tear

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Catalog Numbers

45-1185

Labels

Hickory Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Promo

Credits

RoleCredit
Written-ByFolger, Melson

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About Dan Folger

Best remembered for co-authoring with Mickey Newbury the much-covered "Weeping Annaleah," Dan Folger also enjoyed limited success as a singer, most notably recording the blue-eyed soul ballad "The Way of the Crowd," later a cult favorite on Britain's Northern soul circuit. Born April 11, 1943, in San Rafael, CA, Folger spent the majority of his adolescence in Midland, TX. As a toddler, he learned to play piano by ear, and as a teen befriended local singers Roy Orbison and Joe Melson, who regularly practiced in the Folger family living room. After Orbison vaulted to national stardom via the 1961 pop classic "Only the Lonely," he and Melson convinced Folger to join them in Nashville, wrangling him a job interview with the legendary publishing firm Acuff-Rose. In addition to landing an Acuff-Rose staff gig, Folger signed a record deal with the Hickory label, also home to Melson, and in 1962 issued his debut single, "There Came a Tear." "Girl in the Night" appeared the following year, and while neither record sold, Folger emerged as a sought-after songwriter, often in collaboration with Melson and Newbury, a fellow Acuff-Rose staffer at the forefront of Nashville's nascent singer/songwriter revolution. Newbury first recorded their "Weeping Annaleah," which emerged as a standard of sorts thanks to covers by acts spanning from Tom Jones to the Box Tops to Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. Folger never penned the kind of breakthrough hit necessary to launch his career to the next level, however, and as a recording artist he foundered as well, with two additional Hickory singles, 1965's "Tell Her for Me" and 1966's "Go on Back," quickly fading into obscurity. A move to the Elf label brought 1967's exemplary "The Way of the Crowd," which nevertheless met a similarly grim commercial fate upon its initial release. Folger eventually left Nashville and for a time toured with the Gators, a rock & roll combo that made its living touring military bases across the Eastern Seaboard. He retreated further from the limelight in the decades to follow, touring with a series of anonymous Christian rock outfits. He reportedly continued writing new material, but as of this writing his later work remains unpublished and un-recorded. After a lifelong struggle with alcoholism, Folger died on May 23, 2006, in Bentonville, AR. He was 63 years old.

Real Name

    • Dan Warren Folger

Name Vars

  • D. Folger
  • D. W. Folger
  • Dan W. Folger
  • Folger

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The soulful album *Inside My Heart There Came A Tear* by Dan Folger came out in 1962. It’s a hidden gem from the US, released under Hickory Records. The tracks were penned by Folger and Melson, two talented writers. This Funk/Soul record carries raw emotion with its standout songs, including the titular track. Not many people talk about it today, but it’s a piece of music history worth rediscovering.

Comments

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2025-03-17
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tghm1801
2025-03-16
Is this Dan Folger who lived in Tyler Texas for a while?
pujianti059
2025-03-16
Love the tune
miriamb963007197
2025-03-16
Watched your channel

Looking forward to seeing more vids from you! :)