Let's Pretend

Eric Carmen

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"Let's Pretend" is a hit single by Raspberries, released in March 1973. It was written by band leader Eric Carmen, who also provided the lead vocals. It was the second single release from their second LP, Fresh. The song reached the Top 40 on three principal US charts, including at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100, and number 14 on Record World. It was also a number 13 hit in Canada, becoming their second greatest hit in that nation. The song spent 16 weeks on the Billboard chart, longer than any of their other singles except for their greatest hit, "Go All the Way", which lasted 18 weeks. Eric Carmen stated that "Let's Pretend" is one of the best melodies he has ever written, and that he reused part of it for his first solo hit, "All By Myself". He said the song lyrics about young people in love dreaming about eloping and making a life together are a recreation of the concept in Beach Boys' song "Wouldn't It Be Nice". 


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2007
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Eric Carmen

Eric Howard Carmen (born August 11, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist. more »

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Origin
"Let's Pretend" is a popular song by American singer, songwriter, and musician, Eric Carmen.
Album
The song was from the album "Raspberries" which was released in 1972.
Author
Eric Carmen wrote it himself. He was also the lead singer of the band.
Lyrics theme
The song's lyrics revolve around imagined romance and aspirations for lasting love.
Success
"Let's Pretend" is one of the defining songs of Eric Carmen's career. Its popularity made him one of the most prominent Soft rock artists of the 1970s.
Chart performance
The song reached No. 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972, making it one of the Raspberries' biggest hits.
Power pop genre
"Let's Pretend" is considered a significant contribution to the power pop genre – a style of music noted for its strong melodies, clear vocals, and prominent guitar riffs.
Eric Carmen’s artistic style
"Let's Pretend" epitomizes Eric Carmen’s blend of rock and roll with orchestral arrangements. It offers a perfect display of his style, balancing between hard rock, pop, and classical music.
Subsequent covers
Over the years, "Let's Pretend" has been covered by other artists, including a version by popular American band "The Bay City Rollers."
Influence
Today, "Let's Pretend" continues to be recognized as an influential piece of pop-rock history. It stands as a testament to Eric Carmen's songwriting prowess and lasting impact on pop music.

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