One Less Bell to Answer
Burt Bacharach
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One less bell to answer One less egg to fry One less man to pick up after I should be happy But all I do is cry (Cry, cry, no more laughter) I should be happy (Oh, why did he go) I only know that Since he left my life's so empty Though I try to forget it just can't be done Each time the doorbell rings I still run I don't know how in the world To stop thinking of him Cause I still love him so I end each day the way I start out Crying my heart out One less man to pick up after No more laughter, no more love Since he went away (he went away) (One less bell to answer) Why did he leave me (Why, why, why did he leave) (One less bell to answer) Now I've got one less egg to fry One less egg to fry (Why, why, why did he leave) And all I do is cry (One less bell to answer) Because a man told me goodbye (Why, why, why did he leave) (One less bell to answer) Somebody tell me please Where did he go, why did he go (Why, why, why did he leave) Tell me How could he leave me
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Written by: Burt F. Bacharach, Hal David
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10 facts about this song
Composition and Lyrics"One Less Bell to Answer" is a song written by songwriting duo Burt Bacharach and Hal David. The pair are known for their collaborations that mark a significant era in pop music history.
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The 5th Dimension VersionThe song was most notably recorded and popularized by the American pop group, The 5th Dimension. Their version reached the #2 position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1970.
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AlbumThe 5th Dimension's version of "One Less Bell to Answer" first appeared on their album titled "Portrait," which was released in 1970.
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Grammy AwardThe song won a Grammy Award in 1971 for 'Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus'. The song is recognized as one of the 5th Dimension's biggest hits.
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Theme and MeaningThe song "One Less Bell to Answer" discusses the theme of loneliness and heartbreak, with the singer expressing sadness over a departed lover. The 'one less bell' refers to the absence of a phone call from the departed lover.
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Previous RecordingPrior to the 5th Dimension's recording, the song was recorded by actress and singer Keely Smith in 1967, but it didn't receive notable recognition until The 5th Dimension's version.
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Television AppearanceThe well-known TV show 'Glee' featured "One Less Bell to Answer" mashed up with "A House is Not a Home" (another Burt Bacharach/Hal David song) in one of its episodes.
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Movie FeatureThe song is also part of the soundtrack for the film "Investigating Sex" (2001) in which it was performed by actress Neve Campbell.
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Barbra Streisand’s CoverNotable singer, Barbra Streisand, covered "One Less Bell to Answer" in 1971, mashing it up with "A House Is Not a Home" and the medley peaked at number 3 on the Easy Listening chart.
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Musical StyleWhile The 5th Dimension is known for their contributions to R&B, Pop, Soul, and Jazz genres, this particular song is recognized for its blend of pop and soulful balladry.
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