Legend in Your Own Time

Carly Simon

About Legend in Your Own Time

"Legend in Your Own Time" is a song written and performed by Carly Simon, from her 1971 album Anticipation. It was issued as the second single from the album, following "Anticipation." It did not achieve the same level of popular success as it's predecessor, reaching No. 50 on the Billboard Hot 100. It did however reach the Top 20 on Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart, peaking at No. 11."Legend in Your Own Time" has been included on multiple compilation albums of Simon's, including The Best of Carly Simon (1975), Clouds in My Coffee (1995), The Very Best of Carly Simon: Nobody Does It Better (1999), Anthology (2002), Reflections: Carly Simon's Greatest Hits (2004), Carly Simon Collector's Edition (2009), and Songs from the Trees (A Musical Memoir Collection) (2015).  


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1971
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Well I have known you
Since you were a small boy
And your mama used to say
"My boy is gonna grow up and be
Some kind of leader some day"

Then you'd turn on the radio
And sing with the singer in the band
Your mama would say to you
"This isn't exactly what we had planned"

But you're a legend in your own time
A hero in the footlights
Playing tunes to fit your rhyme
But a legend's only a lonely boy
When he goes home alone.

And though I know you
Still have the heart of that small boy
Well, you lend it out far too much
And no one woman loving you
Can ever feel that she's been really touched.

Then you turn on the radio
And sing with the singer in the band
Think kind of sadly to yourself
This isn't exactly what you had planned.

But you're a legend in your own time
A hero in the footlights
Playing tunes to fit your rhyme
But a legend's only a lonely boy
When he goes home alone.

Well a legend's only a lonely boy
When he goes home alone.

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Carly Simon

Carly Elisabeth Simon (born June 25, 1945) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and children's author. She rose to fame in the 1970s with a string of hit records; her 13 Top 40 hits include "You're So Vain", "Nobody Does It Better", and "Coming Around Again". Her 1988 song "Let the River Run" was the first to win a Grammy Award, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award for a song written and performed by a single artist. She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1994. more »

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Written by: Carly Simon

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12 facts about this song

Genre
"Legend in Your Own Time" is categorized under Pop music, a genre known for its appealing hooks and melodies.
Album
This song is a part of Carly Simon's second studio album titled "Anticipation," which was released in 1971.
Songwriting
Carly Simon herself wrote "Legend in Your Own Time." She was well-known in the music field for her songwriting prowess.
Inspiration
It is widely believed that this song was inspired by Carly Simon's brief romance with Cat Stevens, an acclaimed singer-songwriter.
Chart Performance
"Legend in Your Own Time" reached number 50 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing its popularity during its prime.
Production
The song was produced by Paul Samwell-Smith, renowned British musician and record producer.
Reviews
Critics praised the song for its strong and poignant lyrics, as well as Simon's emotive performance.
Album Artwork
The artwork for "Anticipation," which features "Legend in Your Own Time," was shot by Ed Caraeff, a famed album cover photographer who also worked with artists like Elton John and The Jimi Hendrix Experience.
Prolific Artist
Carly Simon had a successful music career that spanned over four decades. "Legend in Your Own Time" is one of the milestones in her career that helped establish her as a major songwriter and singer.
Film Appearance
"Legend in Your Own Time" appeared on the soundtrack for the film "Love, Simon" released in 2018, showcasing the enduring appeal of Carly Simon's music.
Cover Versions
While not as widely covered as some of Carly Simon's other hits, "Legend in Your Own Time" has been performed by several artists over the years, attesting to the song's influence and acclaim.
Awards
Although "Legend in Your Own Time" did not win any awards itself, Carly Simon's album "Anticipation" – which featured the song – did receive a nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at The Grammy Awards.

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