There's a Kind of Hush

Herman's Hermits

About There's a Kind of Hush

"There's a Kind of Hush" is a popular song written by Les Reed and Geoff Stephens which was a hit in 1967 for Herman's Hermits and again in 1976 for The Carpenters.


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There's a kind of hush all over the world tonight
All over the world you can hear the sounds of lovers in love
You know what I mean
Just the two of us and nobody else in sight
There's nobody else and I'm feeling good just holding you tight

So listen very carefully
Closer now and you will see what I mean
It isn't a dream
The only sound that you will hear
Is when I whisper in your ear
I love you forever and ever

There's a kind of hush all over the world tonight
All over the world you can hear the sounds of lovers in love

(La-la-la-la-la-la-la)

So listen very carefully
Closer now and you will see what I mean
It isn't a dream
The only sound that you will hear
Is when I whisper in your ear
I love you forever and ever

There's a kind of hush all over the world tonight
All over the world people just like us are fallin' in love
Yeah, they're fallin' in love (hush)
They're fallin' in love (hush)

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Herman's Hermits

Herman's Hermits are an English beat (or pop) band, formed in Manchester in 1963 as Herman & The Hermits. The group's record producer, Mickie Most (who controlled the band's output), emphasized a simple, non-threatening, clean-cut image, although the band originally played R&B numbers. This helped Herman's Hermits become hugely successful in the mid-1960s but dampened the band's songwriting; Noone, Hopwood, Leckenby and Green's songs were relegated to B-sides and album cuts. more »

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Written by: Les Reed, Geoff Stephens

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing

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5 facts about this song

There's a Kind of Hush" History
The song "There's a Kind of Hush" was initially recorded and released by the English pop band, Herman's Hermits. - The song was first recorded in 1967. - The song was penned by Les Reed and Geoff Stephens, who were both major songwriters of the era.
Herman's Hermits Facts
Herman's Hermits version reached the top of the charts in Canada and went to number 4 in the UK. - In the U.S., it reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1967. - This song was one of the most successful recordings for the band, becoming their eighth gold disc.
Carpenters" Version
The Carpenters released their cover of "There's a Kind of Hush" in 1976, almost a decade after the original version. - "There's a Kind of Hush" was included in the Carpenters' album "A Kind of Hush" released in 1976. - The Carpenters' version of the song also performed well on the charts, reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 3 on the Adult Contemporary chart, and number 6 in the UK Singles Chart.
Unique Features
Karen Carpenter played the Wurlitzer electric piano in their rendition of the song. - In the Carpenters' version, additional lyrics not present in the original Herman's Hermits version were added. - The song is notable for its bridge section, which only contains a bass guitar and ride cymbal.
Legacy
Both versions of the song "There's a Kind of Hush" by both artists remain as beloved staples on oldies radio stations to this day. - Although originally recorded by Herman's Hermits, The Carpenters' version is known for Karen's soothing voice and has gained much popularity. - Both versions of the song are often covered by other artists and have been featured in various films and TV shows over the years.

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