album · November 2, 1964

That's How a Heartache Begins

Patsy Cline

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countryrhythm and blues

The 1964 single "That's How a Heartache Begins" showcased Patsy Cline's signature blend of country and R&B influences, though it struggled to replicate the success of her earlier hits.

• "That's How a Heartache Begins" was released as a single in November 1964.
• The song was released on TP4 Music, a label that also distributed some of Cline's earlier work.
• This track represents a later period in Cline's career, exploring a more polished production style.

Patsy Cline was a pioneering country music vocalist from Winchester, Virginia, known for her rich, resonant voice and crossover appeal. At the time of "That's How a Heartache Begins," Cline was at the peak of her commercial success, though tragically, her life was cut short by a plane crash just a few years later.