Simon's career began with a short-lived music group with her sister Lucy as The Simon Sisters. They had a minor hit in 1964 called "Winkin', Blinkin', and Nod", and made three albums together before Lucy left to get married and start a family. Later, Carly Simon collaborated with eclectic New York rockers Elephant's Memory for about six months. She also appeared in the 1971 Milos Forman movie Taking Off, playing an auditioning singer, and sang "Long Term Physical Effects", which was included in Taking Off, the 1971 soundtrack for the movie.
Simon's major breakthrough was 1972's No Secrets. The album spawned several successful singles, including Simon's biggest hit, "You're So Vain". Simon continued to produce successful albums through the 1970s and early 1980s, moving into film scores after she was dropped by her record label in 1985. She performed the main title song for the James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me - "Nobody Does It Better" which was a worldwide hit in 1977.
As Time Goes By
Carly Simon Lyrics
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A kiss is still a kiss
A sigh is just a sigh
The fundamental things apply
As time goes by
And when two lovers woo
They still say I love you
On that you can rely
As time goes by
Moonlight and lovesongs never out of date
Hearts full of passion, jealousy and hate
Woman needs man
And man must have his mate
That no one can deny
It's still the same old story
The fight for love and glory
A case of do or die
The world will always welcome lovers
As time goes by
Carly Simon's song "As Time Goes By" is a classic tribute to the timeless nature of love. The song is a reflection on how no matter how much time passes, love remains a fundamental part of human existence. The opening lines of the song, "You must remember this, a kiss is still a kiss, a sigh is just a sigh" speak to the universality of these simple expressions of affection. As time goes by, the things that matter most - love, connection, intimacy - continue to be central to our lives.
Simon goes on to explore the unique dynamics of romantic relationships, highlighting the way that even though some things may change with time, the need for human connection and companionship remains constant. She sings, "Moonlight and love songs never out of date, hearts full of passion jealousy and hate, woman needs man, and man must have his mate, that no one can deny." These lyrics remind us that despite our differences and the complexities of our individual relationships, we are all driven by the same desire for love and connection.
Ultimately, Simon's song is a testament to the enduring nature of love, and the fact that no matter how much time passes, human beings will always be drawn to one another. As she sings in the chorus, "The world will always welcome lovers, as time goes by." This timeless message has made "As Time Goes By" a beloved classic of the American songbook, and a reminder of the enduring power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
You must remember this
Never forget the basics
A kiss is still a kiss
Kissing remains timeless
A sigh is just a sigh
A sigh means exactly what it always has
The fundamental things apply
The important things never change
As time goes by
Even as time passes
And when two lovers woo
When people fall in love
They still say I love you
They express their love
On that you can rely
This is dependable
The world will always welcome lovers
There will always be a place for romantic relationships
As time goes by
Even as time passes
Moonlight and lovesongs never out of date
Romantic music and atmosphere remain timeless
Hearts full of passion, jealousy and hate
Emotions in romantic relationships never change
Woman needs man
Women seek relationships with men
And man must have his mate
Men also seek romantic relationships
That no one can deny
This is an undeniable truth
It's still the same old story
The narrative is unchanged
The fight for love and glory
The pursuit of love and status is ongoing
A case of do or die
It's a high stakes game
The world will always welcome lovers
There will always be a place for romantic relationships
As time goes by
Even as time passes
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Herman Hupfeld
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Tua Gata
As Time Goes By ♡
You must remember this
A kiss is just a kiss
A sigh is just a sigh
The fundamental things apply
As time goes by
And when two lovers woo
They still say "I love you"
On that you can rely
No matter what the future brings
As time goes by
Moonlight and love songs
Never out of date
Hearts full of passion
Jealousy and hate
Woman needs man, and man must have his mate
That no one can deny
It's still the same old story
A fight for love and glory
A case of do or die
The world will always welcome lovers
As time goes by
Moonlight and love songs
Never out of date
Hearts full of passion
Jealousy and hate
Woman needs man, and man must have his mate
That no one can deny
It's still the same old story
A fight for love and glory
A case of do or die
The world will always welcome lovers
As time goes by ♡
Glauco Napolis
Gosto de ouvir só essa versão, não desmerecendo as versões anteriores desse clássico, longe de mim, mas essa versão com a Carly Simon é extremamente apaixonante !!!!!
lucas nery guimaraes
Simplesmente eu adoro esta música acredito eu que é a mais bela que já ouvi até hoje e ainda mais cantada por essa grande intérprete
Whitney Days
Não me canso de ouvir e cantar amoooooo esta canção 💕💕💕💕💕💕
Årthur Åquino
Que canção maravilhosa representada por uma grande artista. Eu tenho certeza que metade das visualizações deste vídeo são só minhas, porque eu venho aqui todos os dias ouvir essa linda música, sou completamente apaixonado por ela.
Fernanda Ferreira
Eu também ,hoje 28 de novembro de 2022 segunda feira ás 00 e 04
Damião Ismael Espirito Santo
Eu também, hoje 05 de fevereiro de 2023.
Clayton S
Eu também, hoje 10 de março 2023.
Adailton Alves
05/05/2023... Como não escutar uma música que é eterna. E neste arranjo, que eu acho o melhor, com a voz da Carly Simon... Eu posso escutar a qualquer tempo, que nunca perde o efeito que causa na alma.
Arnaldo Oliveira
Poucos filmes tiveram uma música tão marcante quanto Casablanca , quem assistiu o filme jamais esquecerá dessa canção q por sinal ficou belíssima nessa interpretação da Carli Simon.
Pablo gustavo Enriquez
Fantástica voz y muy buena interpretación