Precious and Few
Climax
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Precious and few are the moments we two can share Quiet and blue, like the sky, I'm hung over you And if I can't find my way back home, it just wouldn't be fair 'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share Baby, it's you on my mind, your love is so rare Being with you is a feeling I just can't compare And if I can't hold you in my arms, it just wouldn't be fair 'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share And if I can't find my way back home it just wouldn't be fair 'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share Precious and few are the moments we two can share Quiet and blue, like the sky, I'm hung over you And if I can't find my way back home, it just wouldn't be fair 'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share (precious and few are the moments we two can share)
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Written by: WALTER NIMS
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16 facts about this song
Origin"Precious and Few" is a song by the American pop band Climax.
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Release DateThe song was released in December 1971.
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Song LengthThe track has a duration of 2:44 minutes.
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Chart Performance"Precious and Few" reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States in February 1972.
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Worldwide SuccessThe song reached number six on the UK Singles Chart in July 1972 and was also a hit in Canada and Australia.
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Album DetailsThe song is from the group's self-titled album "Climax", which was released in 1972.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is considered to be in the soft rock genre or adult contemporary music.
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Singer DetailsThe song was sung by Climax band frontman Sonny Geraci.
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Lead Song"Precious and Few" was Climax's most successful single and is generally considered their signature song.
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Songwriting CreditThe song was written by Walter D. Nims, who was a member of Climax.
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Sales RecordThe song sold over one million copies and was awarded a gold disc by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Cover Versions"Precious and Few" has been covered by numerous artists, including Petula Clark and Andy Williams.
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Lyrical ThemeThe song's lyrics depict a tender, passionate love between two individuals, thus making it a popular choice for weddings and romantic occasions.
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DisbandmentDespite the success of "Precious and Few", Climax disbanded soon after its release, making the song their one big hit.
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Re-releaseThe song was re-released in 1991 by Carousel Records and reach number 6 on the UK singles chart.
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Timeless AppealDespite being released over 50 years ago, "Precious and Few" continues to receive airplay on classic rock and oldies radio stations.
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