Don't Make Promises
Tim Hardin
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It seems the songs we're singing Are all about tomorrow Tunes of promises you can't keep Every moment bringing a love I can only borrow You're telling me lies in your sleep Do you think I'm not aware of what you're saying Or why you're saying it Is it hard to keep me where you want me staying Don't go on betraying it Don't make promises you can't keep We had a chance to find it Our time was now or never You promised me things that I need But then the things behind it took away the chance forever You're telling me lies in your sleep Do you think I'm not aware of what you're saying Or why you're saying it Is it hard to keep me where you want me staying Don't go on betraying it Don't make promises you can't keep
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Written by: James Timothy Hardin
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10 facts about this song
Songwriter"Don't Make Promises" was written by American folk musician Tim Hardin.
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Release dateIt was released in 1966 as part of his debut album "Tim Hardin 1."
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several well-known artists across different genres, such as Bobby Darin, Joan Baez, and Gary Puckett & The Union Gap.
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Album Success"Don't Make Promises" greatly contributed to the critical success of the "Tim Hardin 1" album, which is often listed as one of the best folk music albums of the 1960s.
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InspirationsThe track, like many of Hardin's songs, is believed to be inspired by his personal life, specifically his struggles.
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StyleThe song retains Hardin's typical folk style with a slight blend of blues, demonstrating his skills as a singer-songwriter.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "Don't Make Promises" express a cautionary message about making promises that one cannot keep, painting a vivid picture of disappointment and unfulfilled expectations.
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Unique InterpretationEach artist who covered "Don't Make Promises" brought their own unique interpretation to the song, making it a versatile track across different musical genres.
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ImpactThe song firmly established Tim Hardin's reputation as a compelling and emotional songwriter.
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LegacyDespite his short-lived career, Hardin's "Don't Make Promises," amongst other songs, ensured his legacy in the world of folk and beyond.
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