Promises
Basia
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Promises We forgot all our promises And only keep some of the easiest I confess I do Make believe However small the possibility But sometimes tripped up by reality Formality it seems Now I found Having come the long way round I am closer, closer than before Here and now is all that it's about Let's use it or we'll lose it Go and ask anybody They will all say the same, everyone Love is contagious We are part of a chain History We could live our life from history But there's no future in a memory You'll see, my love Oh,there's no future in a memory You'll see, my love Now I found Having come the long way round I am closer, closer than before Here and now is all that it's about Let's use it or we'll lose it Go and ask anybody They will all say the same, everyone Love is contagious We are part of a chain Go and ask anybody They will all say the same, everyone Love is contagious We are part of a chain You'll see, my love Go and ask anybody They will all say the same, everyone Love is contagious We are part of a chain
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Written by: LYNDEN DAVID HALL, MELVIN L DINKINS, ERIC EDWARDS, J. MICHAEL ANDERSON, FALONTE D. MOORE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Background"Promises" is a song recorded by Polish singer Basia Trzetrzelewska, better known simply as Basia, for her debut studio album, "Time and Tide."
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Songwriter CreditsApart from Basia, the group's keyboardist, Danny White, and White's brother Peter, the guitarist, are credited with composing and producing the song.
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Chart Performance"Promises" managed to reach no. 11 on the Adult Contemporary chart and no. 66 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988.
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Music VideoAn accompanying music video for "Promises" featured Basia and the band performing in a park-like setting.
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Album SuccessThe song was released from Basia's debut studio album, "Time and Tide", which has been certified platinum by the BPI (UK), gold by the RIAA (US), and double platinum by the Music Canada.
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Musical StyleThe song "Promises" and the album "Time and Tide" are recognized for signature jazz-pop and Latin-pop sounds.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are about promises in a relationship that has ended, reflecting on the good times and expressing hope for its restoration.
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LegacyBasia's "Promises" is recognized as a pop classic. While it might not be her most commercially successful track, it certainly holds a special place in her discography, possessing a timeless quality.
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Live PerformancesOver the years, "Promises" has always been a crowd favorite. During her live performances, Basia often extends the song by repeating the second verse and chorus.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics. It is praised for its captivating chorus, memorable melody, and Basia’s lustrous vocals.
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