King's major success began in the 1960s when she and her first husband, Gerry Goffin, wrote more than two dozen chart hits, many of which have become standards, for numerous artists. She has continued writing for other artists since then. King's success as a performer in her own right did not come until the 1970s, when she sang her own songs, accompanying herself on the piano, in a series of albums and concerts. After experiencing commercial disappointment with her debut album Writer, King scored her breakthrough with the album Tapestry, which topped the U.S. album chart for 15 weeks in 1971 and remained on the charts for more than six years.
King has made 25 solo albums, the most successful being Tapestry, which held the record for most weeks at No. 1 by a female artist for more than 20 years. Her record sales were estimated at more than 75 million copies worldwide. She has won four Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. She has been inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as a performer and songwriter. She is the recipient of the 2013 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, the first woman to be so honored. She is also a 2015 Kennedy Center Honoree.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carole_King
Studio albums
Writer (1970)
Tapestry (1971)
Music (1971)
Rhymes & Reasons (1972)
Fantasy (1973)
Wrap Around Joy (1974)
Thoroughbred (1976)
Simple Things (1977)
Welcome Home (1978)
Touch the Sky (1979)
Pearls: Songs of Goffin and King (1980)
One to One (1982)
Speeding Time (1983)
City Streets (1989)
Colour of Your Dreams (1993)
Love Makes the World (2001)
A Holiday Carole (2011)
Time Alone
Carole King Lyrics
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No one else's feelings but our own
Seems to me that we have always known
What love was meant to be
Separately we stood before
Life was good but we knew there should be more
Time alone could open up the door
No sign of the changes we have come through
No mind of the strangers who think they know you
Now as one we are a light
Though sometimes we were blinded by the night
Here in time alone it all seems right
And I'm feelin' wholly free
Won't you stay in time alone with me
Carole King's song "Time Alone" speaks about how two people can find true love when they are alone with each other, with nobody else's opinions or feelings interfering. The song describes a relationship that has grown and matured through time spent together, apart from the distractions of the outside world. The opening lines, "Here we are in time alone, no one else's feelings but our own" show that the two individuals have formed a deep bond that is free from external influences.
The lyrics further suggest that this sense of intimacy can only be reached through the experience of being apart from the world. The lines, "Separately we stood before, life was good but we knew there should be more. Time alone could open up the door, and you came through for me" suggest that time spent apart allowed each individual to grow and change. The verse ends with the declaration that the singer's lover emerged from this period of personal growth and brought a new level of fulfillment to their life.
As the song progresses, it becomes evident that the couple's relationship has been tested and strengthened through the changes of time. The lines, "No sign of the changes we have come through. No mind of the strangers who think they know you" suggest that despite the changes, the two have remained steadfast in their love for one another. The final verse confirms that their relationship stands tall and is filled with light, even in the darkness of the night.
Overall, "Time Alone" is a touching and heartfelt reflection on the power of love that can arise through deep, personal connections.
Line by Line Meaning
Here we are in time alone
We are currently experiencing a moment of seclusion, where no one else's emotions or opinions matter except for ours.
No one else's feelings but our own
We are free to express our true emotions without fear of judgement or negative consequences from outsiders.
Seems to me that we have always known
We have an innate understanding of what true love is supposed to entail. It feels like we've known this forever.
What love was meant to be
The essence of love is clearly defined to us, and we know what it should look and feel like.
Separately we stood before
Before encountering each other, we were alone and apart from one another.
Life was good but we knew there should be more
Even though our individual lives were decent before meeting each other, something inside us longed for greater fulfillment and connection.
Time alone could open up the door
Being alone together gave us the opportunity to truly connect and understand each other without any external influences or distractions.
And you came through for me
Through the process of being alone together, you were able to prove your commitment and devotion to me.
No sign of the changes we have come through
Despite the fact that we have been through personal transformations and growth, none of those changes are visible to those outside of our relationship.
No mind of the strangers who think they know you
We are not concerned with the opinions or thoughts of those who don't truly know us and our relationship.
Now as one we are a light
Together, we emit a radiant aura that emanates love, happiness, and fulfillment.
Though sometimes we were blinded by the night
Occasionally, we were unable to fully see or understand our relationship due to external factors that hindered our ability to connect.
Here in time alone it all seems right
Being alone together confirms that our love is true and right for us, without any external interference or obstructions.
And I'm feelin' wholly free
This moment of seclusion has given me a sense of liberation and freedom to be my true self with the one I love.
Won't you stay in time alone with me
Let's continue to cherish these isolated moments together where we can fully connect and deepen our love for each other.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING
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