Elton John has called the song an American classic. I've acted out my life on stages is μ’s first single since 2016. [Instrumental 2] Ebmaj7 Dm Dm (Line: Eb D C Bb A G Gb Eb D C Bb A G Gb G A) Gm7 Em7b5 A7 [Verse 5] Dm A7/C# But I love you in a place where there's no space and time, F/C G7/B I love you for my life, you are a friend of mine, Bb Am7 Gm7 Am7 And when my life is over, remember when we were together, Gm7 Am7 Bb F We were alone and I was singing this song to you. A Song for You is the fourth studio album by American music duo the Carpenters, released on June 22, 1972. [Chorus] Then came A Song for You, a seemingly unified concept album written and recorded during a frantic period of concert activity, and brimming with lovely musical ideas even more lovingly executed, laced with good humor, and enough hits of its own to have established any artist's career on its own. I know your image of me [Chorus] [Verse 2] It is the first project since her departure from RCA Records in February 2019. It's all here. In the meantime, you can ease your heart by employing the companion of really good songs about loving someone you can’t have. Where there's no space or time Tony Peluso's guitar soars. It’s a simple song about being there for someone who’s down on their luck. Another excerpt from the 1971 "Homewood Sessions" featuring Leon Russell and a few good friends such as Don Nix and Furry Lewis. Song for You Lyrics: I saw your tear fall from your grace / I fell in love / I saw that fear when you showed me that kiss / We fell in love / I'll play this song for you / I'll play this song for you Not released as a single. And I was singing this song [2][3] Songs for You the fourth studio album by American singer Tinashe, released independently through her own label Tinashe Music Inc. on November 21, 2019. Performed also on a Bob Hope TV Special that aired on October 5, 1972. I've been so many places in my life and time A slow, pained plea for forgiveness and understanding from an estranged lover, the tune is one of Russell's best-known compositions. Remember when we were together With ten thousand people watching It was released on March 25, 2020. The most notable versions include the following:[10], Original song written and composed by Leon Russell, Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance, "Leon Russell - Best Of Leon (Vinyl, LP, Compilation) | Discogs", "Leon Russell's 'A Song For You' added to Grammy Hall Of Fame", "Pop culture: Leon Russell song selected for Grammy Hall of Fame", Interpretations: A 25th Anniversary Celebration, Carpenters with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, There's a Kind of Hush (All Over the World), Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft, The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire), Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Vol. Considering that this group of … It’s a cheesy pop song, but you can’t deny how catchy it is. Lyrics to 'A Song For You' by Leon Russell. On January 17, 2018, "A Song for You" was added to Grammy Hall of Fame.[5][6]. And when my life is over I love you for my life We were alone 2, Together Again / Country and Western Meets Rhythm and Blues, Here We Go Again: Celebrating the Genius of Ray Charles, Andy Williams Sings Rodgers and Hammerstein, Days of Wine and Roses and Other TV Requests, The Academy Award-Winning "Call Me Irresponsible" and Other Hit Songs from the Movies, The Great Songs from "My Fair Lady" and Other Broadway Hits, Andy Williams' Greatest Hits Vol. A Song for You Lyrics: I've been so many places in my life and time / I've sung a lot of songs, I've made some bad rhyme / I've acted out my life in stages / … "A Song for You" is a song written and originally recorded by rock singer and pianist Leon Russell for his first solo album Leon Russell, which was released in 1970 on Shelter Records. Singing this song to you. First recorded by Leon Russell for his eponymous debut solo album, “A Song for You” was covered so frequently and by such big names (such as Aretha Franklin, Willie Nelson, and The Temptations) that by the end of the 1970s, it had become a standard. And if my words don't come together You!! Here we have the muti-tracked vocals linked with a beautiful melody, haunting words and a great arrangement. But darling, can't you see? You taught me precious secrets First song on side two of her debut album. "For You" is a song recorded by English singers Liam Payne and Rita Ora, for the soundtrack to the film Fifty Shades Freed (2018). A Song for You Lyrics: I've been so many places in my life and time / I've sung a lot of songs / I've made some bad rhymes / I've acted out my life on stages / … Of a true love while holding nothing [1] It has been performed and recorded by over 200 artists, spanning many musical genres. But now I'm so much better 'Cause my love is in there hiding The project features collaborations with MAKJ, Ms Banks, 6LACK, and G-Eazy. Herbie Hancock ft. Christina Aguilera version: Bizzy Bone ft. DMX & Chris Notez version: A Song for You has been covered many times since its release. "A Song for You" was written by songwriter Leon Russell. I've made some bad rhymes There's no one more important to me Russell not only sings and plays piano on the recording, but also plays the tenor horn that is accompanying. The song is written by Aki Hata, composed and arranged by Kyou Takada. We were alone A Song for You Lyrics: I've been so many places / In my life and times / I've sung a lot of songs / I've made some bad rhymes / I've acted out my love … Not released as a single. It has been performed and recorded by over 200 artists, spanning many musical genres. A Song For You Lyrics: I've been so many places in my life and times / Sung a lot of songs, I've made some bad rhymes / I've acted out my love on stages with ten thousand people watching / But we're [Chorus] Aretha Franklin in 1974 as well as Donny Hathaway and the Temptations have recorded highly acclaimed renditions. Donny Hathaway was, however, the first to cover Russell’s composition and it became one of his most widely-known songs (at the time of this writing his rendition has just under 19 million listens on Spotify). A new music service with official albums, singles, videos, remixes, live performances and more for Android, iOS and desktop. Released as part of a double A-side single in January 2006. 'Cause we're alone now This was one of Karen Carpenter's favourite tracks, and rightly so. This was the title track to the album by the group by the same name. A Song for You is unequivocally worth the wait...Crawford has provided a crucial public service in her lovely, loving book." Baby, can't you see through me? The Moffats – I’ll Be There for You. A Song For You A Song For You I've been so many places in my life and time I've sung a lot of songs I've made some bad rhyme I've acted out my love in stages With ten thousand people watching But we're alone now and I'm singing this song for you I know your image of me is what I hope to be I've treated you unkindly but darlin' can't you see Russell not only sings and plays piano on the recording, but also plays the tenor horn that is accompanying. A slow, pained plea for forgiveness and understanding from an estranged lover, the tune is one of Russell's best-known compositions. A song for You! [Chorus] [4] Ray Charles recorded a version that earned him the 1994 Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. Is what I hoped to be One of the first versions of the song that brought it broader attention was by Andy Williams, whose single peaked at number 29 on the adult contemporary chart and number 82 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1971. And when my life is over --Jezebel "The vital, honest, and previously untold story that provides an understanding of the complex life of Whitney Houston." This album was notable in that is won a 1975 American Music Award and was certified Gold by the RIAA. Adapted to Italian by Gino Paoli and Claudio Daiano and retitled, He recorded a version of the song on his 1993 album. The song is an emotional plea for forgiveness from a past lover, and Hathaway’s live performance of the song, four months after its release on the album, was described by one critic as “transcendant.”, First recorded by Leon Russell for his eponymous debut solo album, Black Lip Bastard (Remix) by Ab-Soul (Ft. Black Hippy), Realer Than Wordz 2 Intro by Rico Recklezz (Ft. Rico Recklezz), Retrospect for Life by Common (Ft. Lauryn Hill), A Song For You by Damion Hall (Ft. Aaron Hall), A Song for You (Live @ the Troubador, Los Angeles, CA) by Donny Hathaway. According to Richard Carpenter, A Song for You was intended to be a concept album (of sorts) with the title tune opening and closing the set and the bookended selections comprising the 'song'. This page was last edited on 11 May 2021, at 10:59. And I'm singing this song to you You came out in front when I was hiding I love you in a place where there was no space or time, I love you for my life you're a friend of mine, And when my life is over Just remember when we were together we were alone, And I was singing this song to you We were alone, And I was singing this song to you We were alone, And I was singing this song to you I was singing my song baby Merry Clayton in 1971, Carmen McRae in 1972, also in 1972, on June 22, 1972, The Carpenters released “ A Song for You” signed with the Record Production Company of; A & M Studios, in Los Angeles, and ranked Number 26, in 1972, on the Billboard Charts. [Verse 1] I love you for my life But we're alone now I love you in a place But it is "Goodbye to Love" that is for me the stand-out track - probably the best they ever made. The music video was released on 26 January 2018. [Bridge] You? Listen to the melody 2 (CBS), Music to Watch Girls By: The Very Best of Andy Williams, Moon River: The Very Best of Andy Williams, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=A_Song_for_You&oldid=1022589733, Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz work identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. Its a old song has this island vibe , I can tell you the story where the guy goes clubbing or something the song is based on a real hotel in the late 90s where there were gay and straight men used to hang out.. i remember just one line of the song it goes real slow and he says " but shes and he and she says " i dont remember exactly but something like lets have fun together "A Song for You" is a song written and originally recorded by rock singer and pianist Leon Russell for his first solo album Leon Russell, which was released in 1970 on Shelter Records. It was released on 5 January 2018 through Universal Studios and Republic Records as the lead single from the soundtrack. We were alone I treated you unkindly And I was singing this song to you And I'm singing this song to you I've sung a lot of songs I’ll Be There for You is a song by the Moffats that was released in 1998, so it’s sure hit with the 90s kids out there. Where there's no space or time And I was singing this song to you "A Song For You" and "Top of the World" have been rightly acclaimed and successful. I want it that way (Backstreet Boys) With the many hit love songs the Backstreet Boys have, it would be a surprise if they have no song that focuses on unreciprocated love. 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