Alfie
Dionne Warwick
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What's it all about, Alfie? Is it just for the moment we live? What's it all about when you sort it out, Alfie? Are we meant to take more than we give Or are we meant to be kind? And if only fools are kind, Alfie, Then I guess it's wise to be cruel. And if life belongs only to the strong, Alfie, What will you lend on an old golden rule? As sure as I believe there's a heaven above, Alfie, I know there's something much more, Something even non-believers can believe in. I believe in love, Alfie. Without true love we just exist, Alfie. Until you find the love you've missed you're nothing, Alfie. When you walk let your heart lead the way And you'll find love any day, Alfie, Alfie.
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Written by: Burt Bacharach, Hal David
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Alfie" is a song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, originally set to feature in the 1966 film of the same name.
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Cilla Black's VersionBritish singer and actress Cilla Black was the first artist to record the song. Though it wasn't initially a hit in the UK, it became famously associated with her.
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Dionne Warwick's VersionDionne Warwick, a frequent collaborator with Bacharach and David, recorded one of the most well-known versions of "Alfie" a year after Black. Her version reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Lyric ThemeThe song's lyrics are presented as a conversation with Alfie, inquiring about his understanding of love and challenging his detached approach to relationships.
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Academy AwardsThe song was nominated for Best Original Song at the 39th Academy Awards, further emphasizing the beauty and impact of its composition.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "Alfie" throughout the years, including Cher, Barbra Streisand, and even international singers such as Vanessa Paradis, proving its universal appeal.
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Other AwardsWhile it did not win the Academy Award, "Alfie" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998 and also ranked No. 79 in AFI's 100 Years...100 Songs survey of the top tunes in American cinema.
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Performance AnecdoteAn interesting fact is that Bacharach insisted on 31 separate takes when Black was recording the song, showing his dedication to getting the song just perfect.
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Billboard HistoryIn 1967, Dionne Warwick's version of "Alfie" peaked at No. 5 on the Adult Contemporary chart, further marking the song's impact on the Billboard charts.
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Musical Structure and StyleThe song is known for its complex key changes and distinctive Bacharach melody, which includes his trademark major seventh and minor ninth chords. It's a prime example of his songwriting style and musical arrangement skills.
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