Bacharach studied music at McGill University and the Mannes School of Music. In the 1950s and the early 1960s he was the pianist, arranger and bandleader for Marlene Dietrich with whom he toured. He teamed with lyricist Hal David and others to write many popular songs in the 1960s and 1970s.
Bacharach's music has been sung by a number of popular singers including The Beatles,The Carpenters, Aretha Franklin, Jack Jones, Tom Jones, Dusty Springfield, Luther Vandross and The Drifters. He met Dionne Warwick, with whom he would form a famed collaboration. His songs are characterized by (1) the use of unexpected harmonic changes and (2) unusual rhythmic patterns and time signatures. He employs times such as 5/4 or 3/2, and frequently goes from one time signature to another in the same song, often after each measure. He also changes keys frequently. An excellent example of his style is "Promises, Promises", from his score to the musical of the same name. He has a total of 52 Top 40 hits. In addition, many of his songs were adapted by jazz artists of the time, such as Stan Getz and Wes Montgomery. The Bacharach-David composition "My Little Red Book", originally recorded by Manfred Mann for the film What's New, Pussycat, and promptly covered by Love in 1965, has become a rock standard. He composed and arranged the soundtrack of the 1967 film Casino Royale.
He has been married four times, to Paula Stewart (1953-1958), to actress Angie Dickinson (1965-1980), to lyricist Carole Bayer Sager (1982-1991) - with whom he collaborated on a number of pieces - and (since 1993) Jane Hanson. He has a total of four children, two girls and two boys.
In 1998 he collaborated on an album called Painted From Memory with singer/songwriter Elvis Costello. His 2005 album At This Time features collaborations with Costello, Rufus Wainwright, and Dr. Dre (who provides bass-and-drum loops).
Bacharach has had cameo roles in a number of Hollywood movies including all three Austin Powers movies. His music is also credited as providing inspiration for these movies.
During subsequent Burt Bacharach concert tours, each show would open with a very brief video clip from the movie Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, with Mike Myers (as Austin Powers) uttering "Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Burt Bacharach".
Finder Of Lost Loves
Burt Bacharach Lyrics
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It's never too late to find love
Put the past behind you
Keep your heart open
And love will find you
It's never too late for love to call
'Cause when your heart is open
The world still turns
And my life goes on
Everyday I tell myself
You really aren't gone
If I had it to do all over
It would still be you all over
'Cause I have learned
'Cause I had the best
There was you and now there's all the rest
Finder of Lost Love
It's never to late to find love
Put the past behind you
Keep your heart open
And love will find you
(Oh, yeah)
It's never too late for love to call
'Cause when your heart is open
(When you open up your heart)
Oh, to live each day
Remembering
Gotta know (gotta know) that love will come again
(That love will come again)
Keep your heart open
Someone's gonna find you
It's never too late for love to call
(Never never)
'Cause when your heart is open
(Keep your heart open)
And you'll find love
You'll find it, you'll find it
(Yes you will)
It's never to late to find love to call
(No, no, no, no, never no, no, no, no, never no, no, no, no, never)
'Cause when your heart is open
(Open up your heart)
And you'll find love
It's never too late for love to call
(Never never)
'Cause when your heart is open
(Keep your heart open)
And you'll find love
It's never to late for love to call
(No, no, no, no, never no, no, no, no, never no, no, no, no, never)
'Cause when your heart is open
The lyrics of "Finder of Lost Loves" by Burt Bacharach speak about the hope and possibility of finding love again, even after experiencing heartbreak and loss. The phrases "It's never too late to find love" and "Put the past behind you, keep your heart open" suggest a message of optimism and resilience. The singer encourages the listener to remain open to love and to believe that it is always possible to find happiness and connection with another person. The idea that love will find you when your heart is open conveys a sense of faith in the mysterious and unpredictable nature of love.
The lyrics also touch on themes of nostalgia and reminiscence, with lines such as "The world still turns, and my life goes on, everyday I tell myself, you really aren't gone." This reflects on the singer's struggle to cope with the absence of a past love, while also acknowledging the resilience and eventual acceptance that life moves forward. The sentiment of wanting to relive moments with a lost love and recognizing the value of what was once cherished adds a poignant layer to the song's emotional depth.
The repetition of the phrase "It's never too late for love to call" reinforces the idea that love is always within reach, no matter how much time has passed or how many obstacles have been faced. The concept of keeping one's heart open and believing in the possibility of love coming again is a recurring theme throughout the song. The message is optimistic and hopeful, emphasizing the importance of staying open to new opportunities for love and connection.
In the final verses, there is a sense of reassurance and encouragement as the singer implores the listener to continue to keep their heart open, promising that someone will eventually find them. The lyrics exude a sense of perseverance and faith in the transformative power of love, suggesting that despite past heartaches and disappointments, there is always the potential for new beginnings and meaningful relationships. "Finder of Lost Loves" ultimately conveys a message of resilience, hope, and the enduring belief in the power of love to heal and bring joy into one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
It's never too late to find love
Love can be found at any point in life, regardless of age or circumstances.
Put the past behind you
Let go of past relationships and hurt in order to move forward and open yourself up to new love.
Keep your heart open
Continuously remain open to the possibility of love and allow yourself to be vulnerable.
And love will find you
By keeping your heart open, love will eventually come to you.
'Cause when your heart is open
When you are receptive to love and emotionally available, it is easier for love to enter your life.
It's never too late for love to call
Love can come knocking at any time, so be ready and open to receive it.
The world still turns
Life goes on despite heartbreak and challenges, so continue moving forward.
And my life goes on
Continue living and growing even after experiencing loss or heartache.
Everyday I tell myself
Remind yourself daily that you are capable of finding love again and deserving of happiness.
You really aren't gone
The memory of lost love may linger, but there is still hope for new love in the future.
'Cause I have learned
Through past relationships and experiences, insights are gained that can inform future connections.
'Cause I had the best
Recognizing that past love was meaningful and valuable, but being open to the possibility of finding new love.
There was you and now there's all the rest
Acknowledging a significant lost love while also being open to new relationships and experiences.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BURT BACHARACH, CAROLE BAYER SAGER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gwen M
So true, It's never too late, love does come again and often when you are least expecting it!
Thank you so much for this gorgeous video! ➹⁀* • . ¸ ¸ . • ❥
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Gwen M
Thank you M :) ❤️
Shirley Fletcher
Speechless I am just speechless miss the Baccarat and Miss Warwick along with Hal Davis from heaven to Earth
Shirley Fletcher
Correction Mr Burke Baccarat
Andres Manayao
Dionne you are my favorite when i was very very young. i love all your songs specially with Burt Bacharach. Now i am on my late 50s, i still play all your songs. i never grow tired of it.
M
The original studio version was done with Luther Vandross. For some reason it didn`t worked. So Burt and Carole did this song one more time now with Dionne and Glenn. and to be honest this sound and match way better. Burt was always fond of Luther`s voice and Burt once said...."the greatest singer of all time" and that is a fact. Luther had a golden voice. R.I.P. Luther. Thank you Burt, Carole, Dionne and Glenn for recording this great song!
Armando Gabba
Burt Bacharach music...super extra wow
Luciano Manerba
Totale agree with you!! Ciao from Italy 👋👋👋
Dennis Locantore
Does anyone know who played bass on this cut? It has the fattest airiest bass sound I've ever heard. I can't find the credits for the session.