straightandkink917 (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

I can appreciate the viewpoint that "it's a man's song"...but I can't help be appreciate the love these two ladies put into the song at the same time.Haven't heard DB, BTW, so my comments should be heard only outside his context.I particularly love: 1) this version; 2) Glen Campbell's well known version, and 3) Johnny A's long and languid version of more recent vintage.

straightandkink917 (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

:D I like your sentiment.Two thumbs up!!

StefaRusso (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

Brano meraviglioso, deliziosamente arrangiato e suonato, voci da brivido...

n1ckotene (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

Oh dear the karaoke version!

nakluts (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

I still on the Line...so sad, loving you in this terrible distance my love.Drummer and terribly

intunedave1 (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

I agree Jimmy should pack up the vocals but go check the album he wrote, arranged, conducted and produced for Thelma Houston, SUNSHOWER, just brilliant

cmongfe (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

Yes she is, and Karen is beautiful as well!

60scat (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

What a nice version of this song. Thanks for posting!

rubbergarden (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

Except, he wrote the orchestra for "Macarthur Park," then was able to get Richard Harris to sing it. So, arrangements do add, but listen to his basic piano versions; the songs are simple, yet refined, and hold up due to their unique, captivating melody and chord changes. But Jimmy knew enough to have others record these songs. Reminds me of Dylan, in a way; his songs are often just played on guitar, but hold up so well due to their uncanny structure

siroptimistic (December 31, 1969 at 11:59 pm)

May I also add to the recent message that the orchestrations given to Jimmy Webb's songs by other writers have elevated them as well.