Way It Used to Be
Engelbert Humperdinck
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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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Written by: ROGER FREDERICK COOK, ROGER JOHN REGINALD GREENAWAY, FRANCO CASSANO, CORRADO CONTI, GIANNI ERNESTO ARGENIO
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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.
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Release YearIt was released in the year 1969.
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AlbumThis song appeared on the album "Engelbert".
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Genre"The Way It Used to Be" falls under the genre of soft rock and pop.
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Chart PerformanceThe 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.
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US ChartIn the US, the song made its way to number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Sensation on YoutubeThe music video of "The Way It Used to Be" has garnered millions of views on Youtube underlining its enduring appeal.
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ComposersThe tune was composed by Barry Mason and Les Reed, two renowned English songwriters who collaborated frequently.
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Background VocalRenowned session singers Sue and Sunny provided the female backing vocal for the track.
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Evergreen AppealDespite 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.
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Live PerformancesHumperdinck often features the song during his live performances due to its popularity.
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LegacyThe song is considered one of Engelbert Humperdinck's classic hits and has solidified his reputation as a romantic balladeer.
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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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