1) Carl Anders… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Carl Anderson (born Carlton Earl Anderson on 27 February 1945; died 23 February 2004) was an American singer, film and theatre actor.
2) Carl Anderson is an American singer-songwriter based in Nashville.
1) Carl Anderson (born Carlton Earl Anderson on 27 February 1945; died 23 February 2004) was an American singer, film and theatre actor. He is probably best known for his portrayal of Judas Iscariot in the Broadway and film versions of the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
As a recording artist, Anderson signed with Motown Records in 1972. Several of the most recognizable albums to be released in the 1970s would bear the mark of Anderson, including his work with Stevie Wonder on his double album, Songs in the Key of Life. He released albums throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
2) Carl Anderson is an American singer-songwriter based in Nashville.
Life's Lessons
Carl Anderson Lyrics
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Easy in just the light from the boulevard of dreams
We threw caution to the winds, we were giving in
Trying to trust our hearts in a world of fantasy
But love just don′t come like that, each time you call it
And dreams don't come true like that, every time you dream
It was called romance, it was one of life′s lessons
We were just howling at the moon
It would be over soon, it was one of life's lessons
We made all the right moves, acting out all of the right taboos
We turned the fire on
And in a 100 Hollywood days we couldn't make it play
We had to look inside, and find the thrill had gone
But love just don′t come like that, each time you call it
And dreams don′t come true like that, every time you dream
We were just caught up in the trance
It was called romance, it was one of life's lessons
We were just howling at the moon
It would be over soon, it was one of life′s lessons
You got under my skin
In a warm, southwestern wind
I'd probably do it all again
Don′t you live and learn, don't you live and learn
But love just don′t come like that, each time you call it
And dreams don't come true like that, every time you dream
We were just caught up in the trance
It was called romance, it was one of life's lessons
We were just howling at the moon
It would be over soon, it was one of life′s lessons
Oh, don′t you live and learn all about love
(One of life's) one of life′s (one of life's lessons) lessons
Don′t you live and learn, don't you live and learn
(One of life′s lessons) one of life's lessons
Tell me why dreams always don't come true...
(One of life′s lessons)
Teach me, oh yeah, oh yeah...
(One of life′s lessons) one of life's...
Carl Anderson's song "Life's Lessons" tells the story of a love affair in Hollywood that seemed perfect at the beginning but ultimately fell apart. The song begins by describing the perfect Hollywood night, with the lights from the boulevard of dreams illuminating the way for two people to fall in love. The couple throws caution to the wind and tries to trust their hearts in a world of fantasy.
However, the chorus explains that love and dreams don't always come easy. The couple was caught up in the romance, acting out all the right taboos and trying to make the relationship work. But despite their efforts, after a hundred Hollywood days, they realize that the thrill is gone. The song's message is that sometimes love and life are lessons that we have to learn, no matter how hard it may be.
The lyrics are sung with a smoothness and a sense of melancholy that captures the fleeting nature of love and the pain of realizing that it has ended. The song's instrumental track also plays a crucial role, with a soulful saxophone solo conjuring the image of the Hollywood night that has long since ended.
Line by Line Meaning
It was the right Hollywood night to fall in love
The circumstances were ideal for falling in love, under the dazzling lights of Hollywood.
Easy in just the light from the boulevard of dreams
The atmosphere was dreamy and illusory, but this made it all the easier to fall into the mood.
We threw caution to the winds, we were giving in
The lovers ignored any reservations they may have had and fully immersed themselves in their romance.
Trying to trust our hearts in a world of fantasy
Despite the unrealistic setting, the lovers still tried to believe in their feelings.
But love just don't come like that, each time you call it
Love cannot be summoned at will, and doesn't always arrive when expected.
And dreams don't come true like that, every time you dream
Sometimes, even our most cherished dreams cannot be realized, no matter how fervently we wish for them.
We were just caught up in the trance
The lovers were swept away by their romantic infatuation and lost touch with reality.
It was called romance, it was one of life's lessons
This intense but ultimately fleeting passion taught the lovers something about the nature of relationships and attraction.
We were just howling at the moon
The lovers were engaging in something irrational, reminiscent of howling or hollering.
It would be over soon, it was one of life's lessons
Like most intense emotions, the romance would soon pass, but the lessons learned would remain with them for the rest of their lives.
We made all the right moves, acting out all of the right taboos
The lovers followed all the conventions of a typical romance, but this still didn't guarantee success.
We turned the fire on
The lovers intensified their passion and desire for each other, but ultimately this was not enough to make the relationship work.
And in a 100 Hollywood days we couldn't make it play
Despite their best efforts, the lovers could not keep their passion burning for more than a few months.
We had to look inside, and find the thrill had gone
The lovers stepped back and examined their relationship, and realized that their initial spark had faded.
You got under my skin
One lover made a deep impression on the other, affecting them on a fundamental level.
In a warm, southwestern wind
The romantic setting was evocative of the warmth and beauty of the American Southwest.
I'd probably do it all again
Despite the heartbreak and lessons learned, one lover still looks back fondly on the passionate romance they shared.
Don't you live and learn, don't you live and learn
The song concludes with an admonishment to learn from life's lessons and experiences, even if they may be painful or difficult.
Tell me why dreams always don't come true...
The singer expresses frustration and confusion at the way that dreams sometimes fail to materialize, despite our hopes and plans.
Teach me, oh yeah, oh yeah...
The artist is calling out for guidance and wisdom in navigating the unpredictable terrain of love and romance.
Oh, don't you live and learn all about love
Through difficult experiences like this, the artist believes that one can gain valuable insight and knowledge about the nature of love and relationships.
(One of life's) one of life's (one of life's lessons) lessons
The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the idea that even painful experiences such as heartbreak are valuable lessons in the journey of life.
Writer(s): Sharon Robinson
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