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".
I Still Remember
Burt Bacharach Lyrics
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Before we weaken cause we already know this is wrong
I could give in, sometimes I think that I will
Despite the temptation I try to be very strong
In my reluctance seems a surprise
Its not cause I dont want you
But I just
Because I still have that other girl
In my head
I still have that other girl in my head
There may be ugly rumors that
I have been lying
There may be angry tears, but
They're never worth the crying
That is why
Sometimes I...hesitate
Because I still have that other girl
In my head
I still have that other girl in my head
I still have that other girl in my head
The lyrics to "I Still Have That Other Girl" by Burt Bacharach and Elvis Costello explore the internal struggle of someone who is in a committed relationship but still has feelings for another person. The singer of the song acknowledges that it's time to end the current relationship before it becomes weaker or more complicated. However, they find it challenging to do so knowing that they still have strong feelings for someone else.
The line, "I could give in, sometimes I think that I will" suggests that the singer is tempted to accept the feelings they have for the other person and act on them. Despite this temptation, they try to remain strong and keep their focus on ending the current relationship. They must hesitate to break things off because of the doubt and uncertainty that comes along with following their heart.
The chorus, "I still have that other girl in my head", is repeated several times throughout the song. This line represents the singer's feelings of guilt and confliction as they struggle to navigate their emotions. They recognize that they have another person on their mind and it's affecting their decision-making.
Overall, "I Still Have That Other Girl" is a complex and emotionally charged exploration of human relationships and how they can be influenced by our desires and emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
I have to say that we should finish it now
I think we should end our relationship soon.
Before we weaken 'cause we already know this is wrong
If we continue our relationship, it will only get worse because we know it's not right.
I could give in, sometimes I think that I will
I am tempted to continue our relationship despite knowing it's wrong.
Despite the temptation I try to be very strong
Even though I am tempted, I make an effort to resist the urge.
In my reluctance seems a surprise
You may be surprised by my hesitation and reluctance to continue our relationship.
It's not 'cause I don't want you
I do have feelings for you and enjoy your company.
But I just know I must...hesitate
Despite my feelings for you, I know I need to hesitate and end our relationship because it's wrong.
Because I still have that other girl in my head
I am still thinking about another girl I have feelings for.
There may be ugly rumors that I have been lying
People may spread rumors about me lying in our relationship.
There may be angry tears, but they're never worth the crying
Even if you get upset, it's not worth the pain of continuing a wrong relationship.
That is why sometimes I...hesitate
This is why I hesitate to continue our relationship even though there are feelings between us.
Because I still have that other girl in my head
I am still thinking about the girl I have feelings for and cannot continue a relationship with you.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Burt Bacharach, Elvis Costello
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@Apollocreed2076
R.I.P. Burt Bacharach
@davidpcarroll6080
R.I.P Champion Burt Bacharach God Bless.
@VIVIANECORREIACAMPOSALMEIDA
Como amo essa canção....
@MrArt8man
Thanks for writing a song about San Jose Burt. Rest in Peace.
@walterpoluzzi9846
Da bambino, quando la vita era la vita ascoltavo inconsapevolmente queste canzoni alla rado per non dimenticarle mai più.
@Marcel20658
A real Masterpiece....in the way how it is written and performed. Such Tremendous Trio is was Burt, Hal and Dionne. The tringle marriage in music history
@walterpoluzzi9846
Bravo...these are the right words to describe this masterpiece.
@user-jq7fz4tm7n
This piece is the one which makes our heart leap with joy at any time. I have to go to San Jose!
@colinhepworth7920
I have liked this song since 1968, I never thought I would be playing it while driving down I-80 from Sacramento then on to I-680 heading to San Jose, California is a beautiful state, especially when you go north over the golden gate bridge, very much like the south of France.
@oscar77541
Happy 86 youngs years!!, idol and genius!!