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Before The Next Teardrop Falls

Freddy Fender All songs A–Z

Vivian Keith and Ben Peters wrote this American country song, which became Freddy Fender's most celebrated recording. Released in 1975, the track achieved significant crossover appeal, topping both the Billboard pop and country charts. The song's cultural importance was recognized decades later when the Library of Congress selected it for preservation in the National Recording Registry in 2025.