Hurting Each Other
Carpenters
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No one in the world Ever had a love as sweet as my love For nowhere in the world Could there be a boy as true as you love All my love I give gladly to you All your love You give gladly to me Tell me why then Oh why should it be that We go on hurting each other We go on hurting each other Making each other cry Hurting each other Without ever knowing why Closer than the leaves On a weepin' willow, baby, we are Closer dear are we Than the simple letters A and B are All my life I could love only you All your life You could love only me Tell me why then Oh why should it be that We go on hurting each other We go on hurting each other Making each other cry Hurting each other Without ever knowing why Can't we stop hurting each other Gotta stop hurting each other Making each other cry Breaking each other's heart Tearing each other apart Can't we stop hurting each other Gotta stop hurting each other Making each other cry Breaking each other's heart Tearing each other apart
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Written by: GARY GELD, PETER UDELL
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Hurting Each Other" was not originally written for The Carpenters. It was written in 1965 by Gary Geld and Peter Udell, and first recorded by a group called Ruby and The Romantics.
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Previous RecordingsBefore The Carpenters' version, the song was recorded by several artists including Jimmy Clanton and Chad & Jeremy during the 1960s but didn't gain much notoriety or success.
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Carpenters' VersionRichard Carpenter came across Jimmy Clanton's version, and decided to arrange a cover for the Carpenters. Their version was released in 1971 on the album "A Song for You".
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Chart SuccessThe hit single was released in 1972 and reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was also the Carpenters' thirteenth million-selling single.
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Signature Sound"Hurting Each Other" showcases both Karen Carpenter's dramatic alto vocals and the duo's harmonic arrangements, reflecting their signature sound.
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Song MessageThe song's lyrics depict a troubled love relationship in which both parties are causing pain to each other rather than supporting and nurturing the relationship.
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Grammy AwardsAlthough "Hurting Each Other" didn't win any Grammy Awards itself, The Carpenters were awarded Best Pop Vocal Performance, Duo or Group for the album "A Song for You" in 1973.
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Later PerformancesThe song has since its initial success been performed by many other artists in concert, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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Music VideoA music video was also produced for the song which was quite innovative in the early 1970s.
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Lasting ImpactDespite its rather melancholic theme, "Hurting Each Other" remains one of The Carpenters' biggest hits, loved by fans worldwide even today.
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