Make Believe It's Your First Time
Carpenters
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We've tried our hand At love before We've been around the game enough To know the score' But then is then And now is now And now is all that matters anyhow [Chorus] Make believe it's your first time Leave your sadness behind Make believe it's your first time And I'll make believe it's mine The door is closed It's you and me We'll take our time with love The way it oughta be This moment's ours Tonight's the night And if we fall in love Well, that's alright [Chorus] So close your eyes And hold me close And let our hearts pretend That love is ours to share tonight And it might never end [Chorus]
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Written by: BOB MORRISON, JOHNNY WILSON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Song title"Make Believe It's Your First Time" is a slow-paced song that was released by Carpenters in 1981.
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Artist FactsKaren Carpenter, the lead singer of the brother-sister duo Carpenters, is known for her distinctive contralto vocals. Additionally, she served as the band’s drummer.
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Original ArtistThe song was originally recorded by Bobby Vinton, who released it as a single from his 1979 album "Melodies of Love".
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Carpenters’ VersionAfter Vinton’s version, the Carpenters recorded the song for their album "Voice of the Heart". Karen’s performance on the track delivered a poignant and moving rendition.
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Solo debutKaren Carpenter also recorded "Make Believe It's Your First Time" for her self-titled solo album, which was recorded in 1979 and 1980, but wasn't released until 1996.
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Posthumous Release“Make Believe It's Your First Time” was one of the tracks released after Karen’s tragic death in 1983 at the age of 32 due to heart failure caused by complications related to anorexia nervosa.
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Song's ThemeThe song emphasizes the idea of starting anew within a relationship, metaphorically making it seem like it's the first time.
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Commercial ReceptionAlthough not one of the Carpenters' most commercially successful songs, "Make Believe It's Your First Time" has been appreciated by fans for its heartfelt lyrics and Karen's touching delivery.
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Song’s SignificanceThe song holds a special significance for Carpenters' fans as it reflects on the life and career of Karen, considering it was released after her death.
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Song's LengthThe duration of the Carpenters' version of the song "Make Believe It's Your First Time" is three minutes and twelve seconds, making it a relatively short but sweet musical affair.
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Lyrics and CompositionThe song was written by Bob Morrison and Johnny Wilson. The lyrics resonate with many listeners due to the universality of its themes of love and intimacy.
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