Too Good to Last
Bonnie Tyler
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You could have saved my life You could have brought me love You could have been so right You fitted me like a glove You could have been the sun That shone on me every day You could have been the one To take me away But you were too good to last Baby you were too good to last The one you love was in the looking glass And you were too good to last Oh yeah too good to last You're too good to last The one you love was in the looking glass And you were too good to last
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Written by: RONNIE SCOTT, STEVE WOLFE
Lyrics © TREALAW MUSIC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
General Information"Too Good to Last" is a song performed by the Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler.
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Album HistoryThis song features in her 1979 album "Diamond Cut," which was the third studio album released by Tyler.
- Despite the album's failure to generate commercial success, "Too Good to Last" has been praised as a standout track.
- The album, including "Too Good to Last," was released by RCA Records.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by Ronnie Scott and Steve Wolfe, who had been responsible for several of Tyler's hits.
- It is characterized by powerful vocals from Tyler and the soft rock genre that she is well known for.
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Live Performances"Too Good to Last" is a fan favorite and has featured in some of Tyler's live concerts.
- Performing the song live, Bonnie Tyler often demonstrates her ability to hold high notes, proving her incredible vocal range.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics discuss a relationship that ended because it was "too good to last," which has resonated with many listeners who have gone through a similar experience.
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Music VideoUnlike many of Tyler's other songs, "Too Good to Last" didn't have an official music video.
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PopularityEven though the song didn't top the charts, "Too Good to Last" remains appreciated by Bonnie Tyler's fans and is cherished for its lyrical depth and her powerful performance.
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Other ReactionsCritics have frequently praised "Too Good to Last" for showcasing Bonnie Tyler's distinctive raspy voice and her ability to deliver emotional ballads.
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Discography"Too Good to Last" has been included in several of Tyler's compilation albums due to its popularity and significance in her discography.
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Behind the ScenesIt was recorded in the United Kingdom where Tyler resided and had most of her recording sessions during her early music career.
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