Anticipation
Carly Simon
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We can never know about the days to come But we think about them anyway And I wonder if I'm really with you now Or just chasin' after some finer day Anticipation, anticipation Is makin' me late Is keepin' me waitin' And I tell you how easy it feels to be with you And how right your arms feel around me But I, I rehearsed those words just late last night When I was thinkin' about how right tonight might be Anticipation, anticipation Is makin' me late Is keepin' me waitin' And tomorrow we might not be together I'm no prophet and I don't know nature's ways So I'll try and see into your eyes right now And stay right here 'cause these are the good old days (These are the good old days) And stay right here 'cause these are the good old days (These are the good old days) (These are the good old days) (These are the good old days) (These are the good old days)
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Written by: Carly Simon
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Lyrics & MeaningThe song "Anticipation" by Carly Simon was released in 1971 and discusses the emotions of waiting and the unknown that comes with it.
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Chart PerformanceThis song achieved great success, reaching the 3rd position on Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart and number 13 on the Pop Singles chart in 1972.
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SongwriterCarly Simon wrote the song herself, reflecting her own feelings of anticipation and longing related to a date with fellow music artist, Cat Stevens.
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Popular Usage"Anticipation" gained even wider recognition from 1975 to 1979 when it was used in multiple television commercials for Heinz Ketchup. The theme of the ad campaign was the slow pouring of the thick, high quality ketchup.
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Album ReleaseThe song is the title track on her second studio album, also named "Anticipation".
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Music VideoA music video of the song was filmed in 1971, which was a notable achievement as music videos were not a standard industry practice yet.
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Song DurationThe original track length is approximately 3 minutes and 22 seconds.
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Grammy AwardCarly Simon was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards in 1972 for "Anticipation".
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists, including Mandy Moore and Fred Hersch, have covered the song.
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Live PerformancesSimon often includes "Anticipation" in her setlist during live performances, and it remains one of her most popular and enduring hits.
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Impact on Career"Anticipation" solidified Carly Simon's position as a key singer-songwriter of the 1970s.
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Association with Personal LifeThe song, and its associated album, reflects Simon's relationships during this period of her life, showcasing an open and intimate portrayal of her personal feelings.
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