First of May
Bee Gees
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When I was small, and Christmas trees were tall We used to love while others used to play Don't ask me why, but time has passed us by Some one else moved in from far away Now we are tall, and Christmas trees are small And you don't ask the time of day But you and I, our love will never die But guess we'll cry come first of May The apple tree that grew for you and me I watched the apples falling one by one And I recall the moment of them all The day I kissed your cheek and you were mine Now we are tall, and Christmas trees are small And you don't ask the time of day But you and I, our love will never die But guess we'll cry come first of May When I was small, and Christmas trees were tall Do do do do do do do do do Don't ask me why, but time has passed us by Some one else moved in from far away
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Written by: BARRY GIBB, MAURICE ERNEST GIBB, ROBIN HUGH GIBB
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"First of May" was a song released by the Bee Gees on their 1969 album "Odessa." It was also released as a single the same year.
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Song MeaningThe song is reportedly about the joys of childhood, the thrill of a young boy dressing up and pretending to be a man, and how these feelings often tend to fade away as one grows older.
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Lead VocalsAlthough most Bee Gees' songs feature Barry Gibb on lead vocals, "First of May" features his brother Robin Gibb as the lead vocalist.
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Chart PerformanceThe song performed well on the charts, reaching #1 in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore, while it peaked at #6 in the United Kingdom.
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Contention Over Lead VocalsThe decision to have Robin sing the lead vocals instead of Barry was reportedly a source of contention within the group, and it is said to have played a role in Robin temporarily leaving the Bee Gees.
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Background of the Album "OdessaThe album "Odessa" on which "First of May" appears is a concept album. It revolves around a fictional shipwreck in the 19th century, although "First of May" doesn't adhere to the album's concept.
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Soundtrack Feature"First of May" was featured in the 1970 film "Melody", which used Bee Gees songs as the film’s musical accompaniment.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe song gained attention when it was featured in an episode of the British sitcom 'Only Fools and Horses.'
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Critical Reception"First of May" is often praised as one of the Bee Gees' best and most heartfelt songs, with critics often singling out Robin's vocal performance for praise.
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Covers & RemakesOver the decades, "First of May" has been covered by numerous artists, including Matt Monro, José Carreras, David Hasselhoff, and many more. The diversity of artists covering the song indicates its broad appeal across genres.
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LegacyEven more than 50 years after the song’s release, "First of May" continues to resonate with audiences and remains a favorite in the Bee Gees' catalog.
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