Could've Been
Tiffany
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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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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.
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Song CompositionThe 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.
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Music VideoThe 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.
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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.
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Cover Versions and LegacyOver 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."
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Influence on Popular CultureWith 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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