Precious and Few

Climax

About Precious and Few

"Precious and Few" is a song recorded by American group Climax which became a major North American hit in early 1972. Written by the band's guitarist, Walter D. Nims, it spent three weeks at number three on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 and hit number one on the Cash Box Top 100. It also reached number six on Canada's RPM 100. Lead vocals were provided by Sonny Geraci, who also sang lead on "Time Won't Let Me" by his previous band, The Outsiders. Nims had also been a member of The Outsiders. "Precious and Few" had originally been released on Carousel Records in 1971. The song featured The Ron Hicklin Singers as backing vocalists, a piano, drums, strings and a horn section. 


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Precious and few are the moments we two can share
Quiet and blue, like the sky, I'm hung over you 
And if I can't find my way back home, it just wouldn't be fair 
'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share

Baby, it's you on my mind, your love is so rare 
Being with you is a feeling I just can't compare 
And if I can't hold you in my arms, it just wouldn't be fair 
'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share 

And if I can't find my way back home it just wouldn't be fair 
'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share 

Precious and few are the moments we two can share 
Quiet and blue, like the sky, I'm hung over you 
And if I can't find my way back home, it just wouldn't be fair
'Cause precious and few are the moments we two can share (precious and few are the moments we two can share)

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Climax

Climax was an American band formed in 1970 in Los Angeles, California, most noted for their 1971-1972 hit song "Precious and Few," which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and #1 on Cashbox magazine's Top 100 singles chart. This disc sold over one million copies and was certified gold by the RIAA on February 21, 1972. more »

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Written by: WALTER NIMS

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16 facts about this song

Origin
"Precious and Few" is a song by the American pop band Climax.
Release Date
The song was released in December 1971.
Song Length
The track has a duration of 2:44 minutes.
Chart Performance
"Precious and Few" reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States in February 1972.
Worldwide Success
The song reached number six on the UK Singles Chart in July 1972 and was also a hit in Canada and Australia.
Album Details
The song is from the group's self-titled album "Climax", which was released in 1972.
Genre Classification
The song is considered to be in the soft rock genre or adult contemporary music.
Singer Details
The song was sung by Climax band frontman Sonny Geraci.
Lead Song
"Precious and Few" was Climax's most successful single and is generally considered their signature song.
Songwriting Credit
The song was written by Walter D. Nims, who was a member of Climax.
Sales Record
The song sold over one million copies and was awarded a gold disc by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Cover Versions
"Precious and Few" has been covered by numerous artists, including Petula Clark and Andy Williams.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics depict a tender, passionate love between two individuals, thus making it a popular choice for weddings and romantic occasions.
Disbandment
Despite the success of "Precious and Few", Climax disbanded soon after its release, making the song their one big hit.
Re-release
The song was re-released in 1991 by Carousel Records and reach number 6 on the UK singles chart.
Timeless Appeal
Despite being released over 50 years ago, "Precious and Few" continues to receive airplay on classic rock and oldies radio stations.

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