The Look of Love
Burt Bacharach
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The look of love Is in your eyes A look your smile can't disguise The look of love Is saying so much more than Just words could every say And what my heart has heard Well it takes my breath away [Chorus] I can hardly wait to hold you Feel my arms around you How long I have waited Waited just to love you Now that I have found you You've got the look of love It's on your face A look that time can't erase Baby be mine, tonight Let this be just the start of So many nights like this Let's take a lovers vow And seal it with a kiss [Chorus] Don't ever go Don't ever go I love you so The look of love Let this be just the start of So many nights like this Let's take a lover's vow And baby we'll seal it with a kiss [Chorus]
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Written by: Burt Bacharach, Hal David
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"The Look of Love" was composed by Burt Bacharach and lyrics by Hal David. Bacharach, known for his popular hits throughout the 60s and 70s, has won numerous Grammy and Academy Awards over his impressive career.
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Song InterpretationThe song was originally recorded by Dusty Springfield for the "Casino Royale" soundtrack. Springfield, a British pop singer, is known for her sultry, versatile voice and music style that ranged from pop to folk to country.
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Song Reception"The Look of Love" earned Bacharach a Grammy Award for Best Original Score for a Motion Picture or Television Show. It has continued to be highly acclaimed in the world of pop music.
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Film AssociationThe song served as the musical theme for the 1967 James Bond spoof, "Casino Royale". This was the 13th film in the James Bond series and is known for its star-studded casting and satirical approach to the traditional Bond films.
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Chart Achievement"The Look of Love" was released as a single and peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S and continued to rank high in several other countries.
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LegacyThe song has been covered by more than 150 artists, including Diana Krall, who won a Grammy Award for her version in 2002.
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Song StyleUnlike much of Bacharach's other works, "The Look of Love" is remarkably slow and sensual, contributing to its timeless appeal.
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Song RecognitionIn 2008, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, validating its impact and legacy in the music industry.
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Stage ProductionIn 2013, "The Look of Love" was included in the stage revue "Bacharach Reimagined" which was a tribute to the genius of Bacharach's music.
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Song InspirationThe song was believed to have been inspired by Ursula Andress, who starred in the film 'Casino Royale', depicting the image of feminine attraction and seduction.
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