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You Can Close Your Eyes
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You Can Close Your Eyes · The King's Singers
Simple Gifts
℗ 2008 Signum Records
Released on: 2008-04-28
Auto-generated by YouTube.
published: 18 Feb 2017
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James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes (Lyrics) [HD]
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are in the video and below with comments about the song.
Note: James Taylor has confirmed that this song was written for his one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell so this video shows the two of them for the song.
[Vinyl/Lyrics/10-Images/WAV]
You Can Close Your Eyes (Singer: James Taylor)
Well the sun is surely sinking down
But the moon is slowly rising
So this old world must still be spinning 'round
And I still love you
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
It won't be long before another day
We gonna have a...
published: 24 Feb 2021
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Black Tie Affair You Can Close Your Eyes
Black Tie Affair performing You Can Close Your Eyes by James Taylor, and Arrangement of The King Singers. Black Tie Affair includes Glen Smith, Pete Ruhl, Nick Biddle, Chris Dailey, Jim Rogers, Chris Knipe, Casey Spencer, and T.J. McCabe.
published: 23 May 2014
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James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes (Lyrics)
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Rock journalist Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes ...
published: 20 May 2022
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VOCES8 & The King's Singers: Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) - Billy Joel (arr. Philip Lawson)
SUPERGROUP!
The King's Singers and VOCES8 collaborate for the first time to sing Billy Joel's beautiful 'Lullabye' arranged by Philip Lawson.
Recorded at the VOCES8 Centre in London, and first aired on 24th July 2021 for LIVE From London Summer 2021.
published: 26 Jul 2021
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You Can Close Your Eyes - James Taylor & Carly Simon
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn."[2] Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point.[1] Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone Magazine critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby."
Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers."
It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend".It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Si...
published: 14 Sep 2018
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James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes [HD]
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are below with comments about the song.
Note: James Taylor has confirmed that this song was written for his one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell so this video shows the two of them for the song.
[Vinyl/10-Images/WAV]
You Can Close Your Eyes (Singer: James Taylor)
Well the sun is surely sinking down
But the moon is slowly rising
So this old world must still be spinning 'round
And I still love you
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
It won't be long before another day
We gonna have a good time
And no one's ...
published: 24 Feb 2021
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In Your Eyes
Provided to YouTube by RCA Victor
In Your Eyes · The King's Singers · Peter Gabriel
Spirit Voices
℗ 1997 Sony Music Entertainment
Released on: 1997-05-19
Tenor: Bob Chilcott
Keyboards, Arranger, Producer: Jeremy Wall
Drums: Dave Mattocks
Percussion: Karl Van den Bossche
Guitar: Dave Gregory
Bass: Phil Cranhan
Keyboards, Mixing Engineer: Steve Levine
Keyboards: Darius Zickus
Recording Engineer: Gregg Jackman
Auto-generated by YouTube.
published: 08 Nov 2014
3:42
You Can Close Your Eyes
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
You Can Close Your Eyes · The King's Singers
Simple Gifts
℗ 2008 Signum Records
Released on: 2008-04-28
Auto...
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
You Can Close Your Eyes · The King's Singers
Simple Gifts
℗ 2008 Signum Records
Released on: 2008-04-28
Auto-generated by YouTube.
https://wn.com/You_Can_Close_Your_Eyes
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
You Can Close Your Eyes · The King's Singers
Simple Gifts
℗ 2008 Signum Records
Released on: 2008-04-28
Auto-generated by YouTube.
- published: 18 Feb 2017
- views: 6131
2:31
James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes (Lyrics) [HD]
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are in the video and below ...
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are in the video and below with comments about the song.
Note: James Taylor has confirmed that this song was written for his one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell so this video shows the two of them for the song.
[Vinyl/Lyrics/10-Images/WAV]
You Can Close Your Eyes (Singer: James Taylor)
Well the sun is surely sinking down
But the moon is slowly rising
So this old world must still be spinning 'round
And I still love you
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
It won't be long before another day
We gonna have a good time
And no one's gonna take that time away
You can stay as long as you like
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
Songwriter: James Taylor
[Lyrics from Musixmatch]
Wikipedia states:
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby." Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers." Allmusic's William Ruhlmann describes it as a "moving" song that affirms romance. Martin Charles Strong describes it as being "lovely" and "more affecting" than "You've Got a Friend." Musicologist James Perone finds similarities between the melody of the verses of "You Can Close Your Eyes" and the chorus of Taylor's earlier song "Carolina in My Mind." Gerson compares the song's melody to that of Cat Stevens' "Here Comes My Baby."
Janovitz points out a duality in the lyrics. The lyrics attempt to comfort the singer's lover, possibly after a fight. But the lyrics also sound a possibly ominous note, in that he sings "But I can sing this song/And you can sing this song when I'm gone," suggesting that he may be leaving her soon, although it is not specified whether "I'm gone" refers to ending the relationship or just going away for a while. Perone [writes] that the theme of a singer who can't express his feelings except through song gives "You Can Close Your Eyes" an "autobiographical-sounding feeling of authenticity." Perone feels that the "unconventional overall structure and somewhat unpredictable phrase structure" produce a feeling of "from-the-heart spontaneity." Gerson notes that the themes in the song of farewell and that this could be the singer's last song are themes that run throughout the Mud Slide Slim album, calling "You Can Close Your Eyes" "the song which repudiates songs."
Authors including Thompson and Sheila Weller have suggested that the song was written to Taylor's one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell. Taylor has confirmed this theory, stating during at least one stage performance that it was written for Mitchell. The song was written while Taylor and Mitchell were staying in a hotel in Tucumcari, NM as Taylor was filming "Two-Lane Blacktop." The only instrumentation is Taylor's acoustic guitar, although live performances confirm that the closing riff actually blends two guitars to create the baroque effect. Janovitz praises Taylor's "exquisite" guitar playing, particularly noting the "Renaissance-meets-country-folk riff" at the beginning and end of the song. He also praises Taylor's "vulnerable" "quiet" singing.
Taylor has performed "You Can Close Your Eyes" in live concerts many times, including accompanied by other singers. He performed it with Mitchell during the early 1970s. One such performance, from October 16, 1970, is included on the 2009 album Amchitka. A performance with Carole King is included on the 2010 album Live at the Troubadour.
https://wn.com/James_Taylor_You_Can_Close_Your_Eyes_(Lyrics)_Hd
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are in the video and below with comments about the song.
Note: James Taylor has confirmed that this song was written for his one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell so this video shows the two of them for the song.
[Vinyl/Lyrics/10-Images/WAV]
You Can Close Your Eyes (Singer: James Taylor)
Well the sun is surely sinking down
But the moon is slowly rising
So this old world must still be spinning 'round
And I still love you
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
It won't be long before another day
We gonna have a good time
And no one's gonna take that time away
You can stay as long as you like
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
Songwriter: James Taylor
[Lyrics from Musixmatch]
Wikipedia states:
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby." Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers." Allmusic's William Ruhlmann describes it as a "moving" song that affirms romance. Martin Charles Strong describes it as being "lovely" and "more affecting" than "You've Got a Friend." Musicologist James Perone finds similarities between the melody of the verses of "You Can Close Your Eyes" and the chorus of Taylor's earlier song "Carolina in My Mind." Gerson compares the song's melody to that of Cat Stevens' "Here Comes My Baby."
Janovitz points out a duality in the lyrics. The lyrics attempt to comfort the singer's lover, possibly after a fight. But the lyrics also sound a possibly ominous note, in that he sings "But I can sing this song/And you can sing this song when I'm gone," suggesting that he may be leaving her soon, although it is not specified whether "I'm gone" refers to ending the relationship or just going away for a while. Perone [writes] that the theme of a singer who can't express his feelings except through song gives "You Can Close Your Eyes" an "autobiographical-sounding feeling of authenticity." Perone feels that the "unconventional overall structure and somewhat unpredictable phrase structure" produce a feeling of "from-the-heart spontaneity." Gerson notes that the themes in the song of farewell and that this could be the singer's last song are themes that run throughout the Mud Slide Slim album, calling "You Can Close Your Eyes" "the song which repudiates songs."
Authors including Thompson and Sheila Weller have suggested that the song was written to Taylor's one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell. Taylor has confirmed this theory, stating during at least one stage performance that it was written for Mitchell. The song was written while Taylor and Mitchell were staying in a hotel in Tucumcari, NM as Taylor was filming "Two-Lane Blacktop." The only instrumentation is Taylor's acoustic guitar, although live performances confirm that the closing riff actually blends two guitars to create the baroque effect. Janovitz praises Taylor's "exquisite" guitar playing, particularly noting the "Renaissance-meets-country-folk riff" at the beginning and end of the song. He also praises Taylor's "vulnerable" "quiet" singing.
Taylor has performed "You Can Close Your Eyes" in live concerts many times, including accompanied by other singers. He performed it with Mitchell during the early 1970s. One such performance, from October 16, 1970, is included on the 2009 album Amchitka. A performance with Carole King is included on the 2010 album Live at the Troubadour.
- published: 24 Feb 2021
- views: 43159
3:32
Black Tie Affair You Can Close Your Eyes
Black Tie Affair performing You Can Close Your Eyes by James Taylor, and Arrangement of The King Singers. Black Tie Affair includes Glen Smith, Pete Ruhl, Nick ...
Black Tie Affair performing You Can Close Your Eyes by James Taylor, and Arrangement of The King Singers. Black Tie Affair includes Glen Smith, Pete Ruhl, Nick Biddle, Chris Dailey, Jim Rogers, Chris Knipe, Casey Spencer, and T.J. McCabe.
https://wn.com/Black_Tie_Affair_You_Can_Close_Your_Eyes
Black Tie Affair performing You Can Close Your Eyes by James Taylor, and Arrangement of The King Singers. Black Tie Affair includes Glen Smith, Pete Ruhl, Nick Biddle, Chris Dailey, Jim Rogers, Chris Knipe, Casey Spencer, and T.J. McCabe.
- published: 23 May 2014
- views: 490
2:26
James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes (Lyrics)
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as th...
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Rock journalist Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby." Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers." Allmusic's William Ruhlmann describes it as a "moving" song that affirms romance. Martin Charles Strong describes it as being "lovely" and "more affecting" than "You've Got a Friend." Musicologist James Perone finds similarities between the melody of the verses of "You Can Close Your Eyes" and the chorus of Taylor's earlier song "Carolina in My Mind." Gerson compares the song's melody to that of Cat Stevens' "Here Comes My Baby."
Janovitz points out a duality in the lyrics. The lyrics attempt to comfort the singer's lover, possibly after a fight. But the lyrics also sound a possibly ominous note, in that he sings "But I can sing this song/And you can sing this song when I'm gone," suggesting that he may be leaving her soon, although it is not specified whether "I'm gone" refers to ending the relationship or just going away for a while. Perone notes that the theme of a singer who can't express his feelings except through song gives "You Can Close Your Eyes" an "autobiographical-sounding feeling of authenticity." Perone also feels that the "unconventional overall structure and somewhat unpredictable phrase structure" produces a feeling of "from-the-heart spontaneity." Gerson notes that the themes in the song of farewell and that this could be the singer's last song are themes that run throughout the Mud Slide Slim album, calling "You Can Close Your Eyes" "the song which repudiates songs."
https://wn.com/James_Taylor_You_Can_Close_Your_Eyes_(Lyrics)
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Rock journalist Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby." Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers." Allmusic's William Ruhlmann describes it as a "moving" song that affirms romance. Martin Charles Strong describes it as being "lovely" and "more affecting" than "You've Got a Friend." Musicologist James Perone finds similarities between the melody of the verses of "You Can Close Your Eyes" and the chorus of Taylor's earlier song "Carolina in My Mind." Gerson compares the song's melody to that of Cat Stevens' "Here Comes My Baby."
Janovitz points out a duality in the lyrics. The lyrics attempt to comfort the singer's lover, possibly after a fight. But the lyrics also sound a possibly ominous note, in that he sings "But I can sing this song/And you can sing this song when I'm gone," suggesting that he may be leaving her soon, although it is not specified whether "I'm gone" refers to ending the relationship or just going away for a while. Perone notes that the theme of a singer who can't express his feelings except through song gives "You Can Close Your Eyes" an "autobiographical-sounding feeling of authenticity." Perone also feels that the "unconventional overall structure and somewhat unpredictable phrase structure" produces a feeling of "from-the-heart spontaneity." Gerson notes that the themes in the song of farewell and that this could be the singer's last song are themes that run throughout the Mud Slide Slim album, calling "You Can Close Your Eyes" "the song which repudiates songs."
- published: 20 May 2022
- views: 5585
4:22
VOCES8 & The King's Singers: Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) - Billy Joel (arr. Philip Lawson)
SUPERGROUP!
The King's Singers and VOCES8 collaborate for the first time to sing Billy Joel's beautiful 'Lullabye' arranged by Philip Lawson.
Recorded at the ...
SUPERGROUP!
The King's Singers and VOCES8 collaborate for the first time to sing Billy Joel's beautiful 'Lullabye' arranged by Philip Lawson.
Recorded at the VOCES8 Centre in London, and first aired on 24th July 2021 for LIVE From London Summer 2021.
https://wn.com/Voces8_The_King's_Singers_Lullabye_(Goodnight,_My_Angel)_Billy_Joel_(Arr._Philip_Lawson)
SUPERGROUP!
The King's Singers and VOCES8 collaborate for the first time to sing Billy Joel's beautiful 'Lullabye' arranged by Philip Lawson.
Recorded at the VOCES8 Centre in London, and first aired on 24th July 2021 for LIVE From London Summer 2021.
- published: 26 Jul 2021
- views: 2126610
2:12
You Can Close Your Eyes - James Taylor & Carly Simon
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. Taylor regards it as "a se...
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn."[2] Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point.[1] Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone Magazine critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby."
Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers."
It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend".It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines and the King's Singers.
You Can Close Your Eyes
Well the sun is surely sinking down, but the moon is slowly rising.
So this old world must still be spinning round and I still love you.
So close your eyes, you can close your eyes, it's all right.
I don't know no love songs and I can't sing the blues anymore.
But I can sing this song and you can sing this song when I'm gone.
It won't be long before another day, we gonna have a good time.
And no one's gonna take that time away. You can stay as long as you like.
So close your eyes, you can close your eyes, it's all right.
I don't know no love songs and I can't sing the blues anymore.
But I can sing this song and you can sing this song when I'm gone.
https://wn.com/You_Can_Close_Your_Eyes_James_Taylor_Carly_Simon
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn."[2] Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point.[1] Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone Magazine critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby."
Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers."
It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend".It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines and the King's Singers.
You Can Close Your Eyes
Well the sun is surely sinking down, but the moon is slowly rising.
So this old world must still be spinning round and I still love you.
So close your eyes, you can close your eyes, it's all right.
I don't know no love songs and I can't sing the blues anymore.
But I can sing this song and you can sing this song when I'm gone.
It won't be long before another day, we gonna have a good time.
And no one's gonna take that time away. You can stay as long as you like.
So close your eyes, you can close your eyes, it's all right.
I don't know no love songs and I can't sing the blues anymore.
But I can sing this song and you can sing this song when I'm gone.
- published: 14 Sep 2018
- views: 3879
2:31
James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes [HD]
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are below with comments abo...
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are below with comments about the song.
Note: James Taylor has confirmed that this song was written for his one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell so this video shows the two of them for the song.
[Vinyl/10-Images/WAV]
You Can Close Your Eyes (Singer: James Taylor)
Well the sun is surely sinking down
But the moon is slowly rising
So this old world must still be spinning 'round
And I still love you
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
It won't be long before another day
We gonna have a good time
And no one's gonna take that time away
You can stay as long as you like
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
Songwriter: James Taylor
[Lyrics from Musixmatch]
Wikipedia states:
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby." Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers." Allmusic's William Ruhlmann describes it as a "moving" song that affirms romance. Martin Charles Strong describes it as being "lovely" and "more affecting" than "You've Got a Friend." Musicologist James Perone finds similarities between the melody of the verses of "You Can Close Your Eyes" and the chorus of Taylor's earlier song "Carolina in My Mind." Gerson compares the song's melody to that of Cat Stevens' "Here Comes My Baby."
Janovitz points out a duality in the lyrics. The lyrics attempt to comfort the singer's lover, possibly after a fight. But the lyrics also sound a possibly ominous note, in that he sings "But I can sing this song/And you can sing this song when I'm gone," suggesting that he may be leaving her soon, although it is not specified whether "I'm gone" refers to ending the relationship or just going away for a while. Perone [writes] that the theme of a singer who can't express his feelings except through song gives "You Can Close Your Eyes" an "autobiographical-sounding feeling of authenticity." Perone feels that the "unconventional overall structure and somewhat unpredictable phrase structure" produce a feeling of "from-the-heart spontaneity." Gerson notes that the themes in the song of farewell and that this could be the singer's last song are themes that run throughout the Mud Slide Slim album, calling "You Can Close Your Eyes" "the song which repudiates songs."
Authors including Thompson and Sheila Weller have suggested that the song was written to Taylor's one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell. Taylor has confirmed this theory, stating during at least one stage performance that it was written for Mitchell. The song was written while Taylor and Mitchell were staying in a hotel in Tucumcari, NM as Taylor was filming "Two-Lane Blacktop." The only instrumentation is Taylor's acoustic guitar, although live performances confirm that the closing riff actually blends two guitars to create the baroque effect. Janovitz praises Taylor's "exquisite" guitar playing, particularly noting the "Renaissance-meets-country-folk riff" at the beginning and end of the song. He also praises Taylor's "vulnerable" "quiet" singing.
Taylor has performed "You Can Close Your Eyes" in live concerts many times, including accompanied by other singers. He performed it with Mitchell during the early 1970s. One such performance, from October 16, 1970, is included on the 2009 album Amchitka. A performance with Carole King is included on the 2010 album Live at the Troubadour.
https://wn.com/James_Taylor_You_Can_Close_Your_Eyes_Hd
James Taylor sings 'You Can Close Your Eyes' from his 1971 Warner Bros. album 'Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon'. The song lyrics are below with comments about the song.
Note: James Taylor has confirmed that this song was written for his one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell so this video shows the two of them for the song.
[Vinyl/10-Images/WAV]
You Can Close Your Eyes (Singer: James Taylor)
Well the sun is surely sinking down
But the moon is slowly rising
So this old world must still be spinning 'round
And I still love you
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
It won't be long before another day
We gonna have a good time
And no one's gonna take that time away
You can stay as long as you like
So close your eyes
You can close your eyes, it's all right
I don't know no love songs
And I can't sing the blues anymore
But I can sing this song
And you can sing this song when I'm gone
Songwriter: James Taylor
[Lyrics from Musixmatch]
Wikipedia states:
"You Can Close Your Eyes" is a song written by James Taylor which was released on his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon. It was also released as the B-side to his #1 single "You've Got a Friend". It has often been described as a lullaby. It was initially recorded by his sister Kate Taylor for her 1971 album Sister Kate. The song has been covered by many artists, including Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Maureen McGovern, Richie Havens, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Eddie Vedder with Natalie Maines, and the King's Singers.
Taylor wrote "You Can Close Your Eyes" about a year before it was recorded in early 1971. Taylor regards it as "a secular hymn." Author Dave Thompson considers it one of the best songs Taylor had written up to that point. Allmusic critic Bill Janovitz describes "You Can Close Your Eyes" as "a beautiful lullaby", and Rolling Stone critic Ben Gerson similarly calls it "an exquisite lullaby." Critic Al Rudis goes further, saying that the song "continues [Taylor's] hold on the world championship of lullaby composers." Allmusic's William Ruhlmann describes it as a "moving" song that affirms romance. Martin Charles Strong describes it as being "lovely" and "more affecting" than "You've Got a Friend." Musicologist James Perone finds similarities between the melody of the verses of "You Can Close Your Eyes" and the chorus of Taylor's earlier song "Carolina in My Mind." Gerson compares the song's melody to that of Cat Stevens' "Here Comes My Baby."
Janovitz points out a duality in the lyrics. The lyrics attempt to comfort the singer's lover, possibly after a fight. But the lyrics also sound a possibly ominous note, in that he sings "But I can sing this song/And you can sing this song when I'm gone," suggesting that he may be leaving her soon, although it is not specified whether "I'm gone" refers to ending the relationship or just going away for a while. Perone [writes] that the theme of a singer who can't express his feelings except through song gives "You Can Close Your Eyes" an "autobiographical-sounding feeling of authenticity." Perone feels that the "unconventional overall structure and somewhat unpredictable phrase structure" produce a feeling of "from-the-heart spontaneity." Gerson notes that the themes in the song of farewell and that this could be the singer's last song are themes that run throughout the Mud Slide Slim album, calling "You Can Close Your Eyes" "the song which repudiates songs."
Authors including Thompson and Sheila Weller have suggested that the song was written to Taylor's one-time girlfriend Joni Mitchell. Taylor has confirmed this theory, stating during at least one stage performance that it was written for Mitchell. The song was written while Taylor and Mitchell were staying in a hotel in Tucumcari, NM as Taylor was filming "Two-Lane Blacktop." The only instrumentation is Taylor's acoustic guitar, although live performances confirm that the closing riff actually blends two guitars to create the baroque effect. Janovitz praises Taylor's "exquisite" guitar playing, particularly noting the "Renaissance-meets-country-folk riff" at the beginning and end of the song. He also praises Taylor's "vulnerable" "quiet" singing.
Taylor has performed "You Can Close Your Eyes" in live concerts many times, including accompanied by other singers. He performed it with Mitchell during the early 1970s. One such performance, from October 16, 1970, is included on the 2009 album Amchitka. A performance with Carole King is included on the 2010 album Live at the Troubadour.
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In Your Eyes
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In Your Eyes · The King's Singers · Peter Gabriel
Spirit Voices
℗ 1997 Sony Music Entertainment
Released on: 1997-05-19
T...
Provided to YouTube by RCA Victor
In Your Eyes · The King's Singers · Peter Gabriel
Spirit Voices
℗ 1997 Sony Music Entertainment
Released on: 1997-05-19
Tenor: Bob Chilcott
Keyboards, Arranger, Producer: Jeremy Wall
Drums: Dave Mattocks
Percussion: Karl Van den Bossche
Guitar: Dave Gregory
Bass: Phil Cranhan
Keyboards, Mixing Engineer: Steve Levine
Keyboards: Darius Zickus
Recording Engineer: Gregg Jackman
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In Your Eyes · The King's Singers · Peter Gabriel
Spirit Voices
℗ 1997 Sony Music Entertainment
Released on: 1997-05-19
Tenor: Bob Chilcott
Keyboards, Arranger, Producer: Jeremy Wall
Drums: Dave Mattocks
Percussion: Karl Van den Bossche
Guitar: Dave Gregory
Bass: Phil Cranhan
Keyboards, Mixing Engineer: Steve Levine
Keyboards: Darius Zickus
Recording Engineer: Gregg Jackman
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