Way It Used to Be

Engelbert Humperdinck

About Way It Used to Be

"The Way It Used to Be" is a song recorded by Engelbert Humperdinck, which was released on the album Engelbert and as a single in 1969. It is an English language adaptation of the Italian language song "Melodia", which was originally released by Isabella Iannetti in 1968. The song was a top ten hit in multiple countries, and spent 14 weeks on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at No. 3, while reaching No. 1 in Flanders and Singapore, No. 3 in Malaysia, No. 5 in Yugoslavia, No. 6 on the Irish Singles Chart, No. 7 on Norway's VG-lista, No. 7 in Wallonia, and No. 9 in South Africa. The song was a hit in other nations as well. In the United States, the song spent 11 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 42, while reaching No. 4 on Billboard's Easy Listening chart. The song was ranked No. 26 on Billboard's year-end ranking of 1969's "Top Easy Listening Singles".  


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Lonely table just for one
In a bright and crowded room
While the music has begun
I drink to memories in the gloom
Though the music's still the same
It has a bittersweet refrain

So play the song the way it used to be
Before she left and changed it all to sadness
And maybe if she's passing by the window
She will hear a love song
And a melody
And even if the words are not so tender
She will always remember
The way it used to be

Friends stop by and say hello
And I laugh and hide the pain
It's quite easy 'til they go
Then the song begins again

So play the song the way it used to be
Before she left and changed it all to sadness
And maybe if she's passing by the window
She will hear a love song
And a melody
And even if the words are not so tender
She will always remember
The way it used to be

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Engelbert Humperdinck

Engelbert Humperdinck (German pronunciation: [ˈɛŋl̩bɛʁt ˈhʊmpɐdɪŋk]; 1 September 1854 – 27 September 1921) was a German composer, best known for his opera Hansel and Gretel. Humperdinck was born at Siegburg in the Rhine Province and died at the age of 67 in Neustrelitz, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. more »

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Written by: ROGER FREDERICK COOK, ROGER JOHN REGINALD GREENAWAY, FRANCO CASSANO, CORRADO CONTI, GIANNI ERNESTO ARGENIO

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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13 facts about this song

Song Info
"The Way It Used to Be" is a song recorded by the English pop singer Engelbert Humperdinck.
Release Year
It was released in the year 1969.
Album
This song appeared on the album "Engelbert".
Genre
"The Way It Used to Be" falls under the genre of soft rock and pop.
Chart Performance
The song was majorly successful in the UK where it peaked at number 3 and stayed in the top 3 positions for thirteen weeks on the UK Singles Chart.
US Chart
In the US, the song made its way to number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Sensation on Youtube
The music video of "The Way It Used to Be" has garnered millions of views on Youtube underlining its enduring appeal.
Composers
The tune was composed by Barry Mason and Les Reed, two renowned English songwriters who collaborated frequently.
Background Vocal
Renowned session singers Sue and Sunny provided the female backing vocal for the track.
Evergreen Appeal
Despite over five decades since its release, "The Way It Used to Be" continues to be a favorite amongst Engelbert Humperdinck's fans and is often included in compilation albums of his greatest hits.
Live Performances
Humperdinck often features the song during his live performances due to its popularity.
Legacy
The song is considered one of Engelbert Humperdinck's classic hits and has solidified his reputation as a romantic balladeer.
Cover Versions
"The Way it Used to Be" was covered by several other artists, showing its wide impact in the music industry.

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