How Do You Keep the Music Playing?
Patti Austin, James Ingram, Quincy Jones
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How do you keep the music playing? How do you make it last? How do you keep the song from fading too fast? How do you lose yourself to someone? And never lose your ways How do you not run out of new things to say? And since we're always changing How can it be the same? And tell me how, year after year You're sure your heart will fall apart Each time you hear his name I know the way I feel for you, it's now or never The more I love, the more that I'm afraid That in your eyes I many not see forever, forever If we can be the best of lovers Yet be the best of friends If we can try with everyday to make it bertter as it grows With any luck, then I suppose, the music never ends I know the way I feel for you it's now or never! (How do you keep the music playing?) The more I love, the more that I'm afraid (How do you make it last) That in your eyes I many not see forever, forever (How do you keep the song from fading, keep the song from fading too fast) If we can be the best of lovers Yet be the best of friends If we can try with everyday to make it better as it grows With any luck, then I suppose the music never ends.
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Written by: MICHEL JEAN LEGRAND, ALAN BERGMAN, MARILYN BERGMAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore
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10 facts about this song
Song CreatorsThe song, "How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" was performed by James Ingram and Patti Austin, and composed by Michel Legrand, known for his celebrated compositions in French cinema.
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LyricistsThe lyrics for this beautiful song were penned by the talented duo, Alan and Marilyn Bergman, who are known for their work in the field of music for over six decades.
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Release Year"How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" was initially released in the year 1982.
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Featured Film"How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" was featured in the movie "Best Friends," a romantic comedy starring Burt Reynolds and Goldie Hawn.
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Grammy NominationThe song had been nominated for Best Original Song at the 55th Academy Awards in 1983.
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Chart RankingsIt peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart but did better on the Adult Contemporary chart where it reached number five.
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CollaborationsIt marked one of the numerous collaborations between Patti Austin and James Ingram. They also scored a hit with "Baby, Come to Me" which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1983.
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Recognized by GreatsThe song has been covered by multiple renowned artists such as Tony Bennett, Celine Dion, and Frank Sinatra, which speaks of its universal appeal and timeless message.
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Jazz InfluenceThe song has a strong jazz influence which is further enhanced by the soulful voices of James Ingram and Patti Austin, bringing an exquisite balance of emotion and technical prowess to the song.
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Song Theme"How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" shows the fear of losing love and the uncertainty of how to keep it alive. It discusses the struggles and challenges of maintaining the spark in a relationship with music used as a metaphor.
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