Let's Pretend
Eric Carmen, The Raspberries
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Let's Pretend" is a popular song by American singer, songwriter, and musician, Eric Carmen.
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AlbumThe song was from the album "Raspberries" which was released in 1972.
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AuthorEric Carmen wrote it himself. He was also the lead singer of the band.
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Lyrics themeThe song's lyrics revolve around imagined romance and aspirations for lasting love.
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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.
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Chart performanceThe song reached No. 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972, making it one of the Raspberries' biggest hits.
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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.
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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.
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Subsequent coversOver the years, "Let's Pretend" has been covered by other artists, including a version by popular American band "The Bay City Rollers."
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InfluenceToday, "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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