Could've Been

Tiffany

About Could've Been

"Could've Been" is the third single released from Tiffany, the debut album of American teen-pop singer Tiffany. Commercially, the song proved to be a successful follow-up to her debut single "I Think We're Alone Now", peaking atop the US Billboard Hot 100, the Canadian RPM Top Singles chart, and the Irish Singles Chart in early 1988. It also reached number four on the UK Singles Chart and number five in New Zealand.


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The flowers you gave me
Are just about to die
When I think about
What could've been
It makes me want to cry

The sweet words you whispered
Didn't mean a thing
I guess our song is over
As we begin to sing

Could've been so beautiful
Could've been so right
Could've been my lover
Every day of my life
Could've been so beautiful
Could've been so right
I'll never hold what could've been
On a cold and lonely night

The memory's of our lovin'
Still linger in the air
Like the faded scent of your roses
They stay with me everywhere

Every time I get my hopes up
They always seem to fall
Still what could've been is better than
What could never be at all

Could've been so beautiful
Could've been so right
Could've been my lover
Every day of my life
Could've been so beautiful
Could've been so right

You could love what could've been
On a cold and lonely night?

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Tiffany

Tiffany is an American pop singer and actress known for her hit songs in the late 1980s, including "I Think We're Alone Now" and "Could've Been." She gained popularity at a young age and had a successful career in the music industry before transitioning into acting and other ventures. more »

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Written by: LOIS BLAISCH

Lyrics © GEORGE TOBIN MUSIC

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6 facts about this song

Release and Chart Performance
"Could've Been" was released in 1987 as part of Tiffany's self-titled debut album. - It became her first No.1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. - The song also topped the chart of Adult Contemporary and was a hit internationally, reaching No.1 in Canada and achieving top-five status in several other countries.
Song Composition
The song is a ballad, a departure from Tiffany's more pop-oriented other songs. - It was written by Lois Blaisch, a songwriter who captured the emotions of a lost love through its poignant lyrics. - It uses an arrangement of synth, guitar, and drums typical of late 1980s pop music.
Music Video
The music video for "Could've Been" was very simple, mainly featuring Tiffany performing the song in a darkened room. - Despite its simplicity, the video became popular on MTV.
Awards and Acclaim
"Could've Been" propelled Tiffany to fame and established her as a serious artist beyond being a teen idol. - It earned her a nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female at the 1988 Grammy Awards. - The song is often considered one of the best teen-pop ballads of the 1980s.
Cover Versions and Legacy
Over the years, "Could've Been" has been covered by numerous artists, reflecting its enduring popularity. - Its melancholic lyrics and Tiffany's emotive performance have made it a staple on playlists and radio stations dedicated to 80s pop music. - The song's continued popularity led Tiffany to include an updated version of it on her 2007 album "I Think We're Alone Now: '80s Hits and More."
Influence on Popular Culture
With its portrayal of teenage heartbreak, "Could've Been" became a popular slow dance at proms and other teen functions in the late 1980s. - The song's success also helped pave the way for a slew of other teen female pop stars in the late 80s and early 90s, including Debbie Gibson and Britney Spears.

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