There's a Kind of Hush
Carpenters
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(*) there's a kind of hush All over the world tonight All over the world You can hear the sound 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 feelin good Just holding you tight (**) so listen very carefully Get 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 For ever and ever There's a kind of hush All over the world tonight All over the world People just like us are fallin' love Repeat (**) Repeat (*)
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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" HistoryThe 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.
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Herman's Hermits FactsHerman'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.
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Carpenters" VersionThe 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.
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Unique FeaturesKaren 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.
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LegacyBoth 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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