Charlene - I've Never Been To Me • TopPop

"I've Never Been to Me" is a ballad, written and composed by Ron Miller and Kenneth Hirsch and made popular via a recording by American singer Charlene. Although its original release in 1977 barely registered on the Billboard Hot 100, its re-release in 1982 hit number three in the US and earned her a Gold certification in Australia, where it held the number one spot for six weeks. In addition, the song topped the charts in Canada (4 weeks), Ireland (3 weeks), and the United Kingdom. It was also a Top Ten triumph in Norway, Belgium, New Zealand, and the Netherlands, and became Motown's first Top Ten hit by a white female solo singer.
This song was featured in the film 'You Were Never Really Here' by director Lynne Ramsay, featuring a Cannes-winning performance by Joaquin Phoenix. In this thriller, in a scene a man lies on the floor, in a brightly lit kitchen, gutshot. The shooter is sprawled out beside him, physically spent. A nearby radio plays Charlene’s “I’ve Never Been to Me,” as a slice of ’70s-vintage Velveeta as exists in the world of FM playlists.
Because of this scene many people search for this song.
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Broadcast date: 1982/6/12
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[@hillaryfleming6962]

This woman didn't have to sing another song in her whole life because she achieved something truly unique for all humanity in this song. Well done woman, take a bow!

[@kevphillips02]

Yeah she achieved so much that it is the most easily forgotten song.

[@vernonengbino6186]

This song speaks the truth about happiness. One can have all the material things in the world but will not be happy until one finds it within.

[@florantecabanding3385]

@@vernonengbino6186 wow! you said it all! very true, one has to find the real happiness that he is longing for.

[@vernonengbino6186]

@@florantecabanding3385 He or she. This song can be from both sex's search for true happiness.

[@vernonengbino6186]

@@kevphillips02 I use this song as reference when someone I know is down. Seems like they have it all, but they don't have inner happiness.

[@beththreat5098]

Growing up listening to this song, now at 34, I clearly understand the psychological and philosophical meaning of this beautiful song! And I loved it even more. Thank you Ms. Charlene for sharing your thoughts and talents to the world! 💖💖

[@caroleeb1997]

I am 59 and I realize how outdated this song is. The younger generation of women are stronger and know they don't need marriage and kids to feel complete. Sad. I had no choice but to live like that now because both kids died. I travel and do things my own way now. I never chose to have my family die, but it happened. I will never, ever hook up with anyone again after having the experience I had with my husband . It is done, now I focus on me.

[@zsuzsuspetals]

Great song and message. There are so many things you can do when you're in your 30s, 40s and 50s. But the opportunity to find a true, great love and making a life and family is something can is often presented in your 20s that people tend to put aside in favor of adventure. They don't realize that the greatest adventures in life are the ones you'll have with someone you love.

[@MAXKADIE]

Perfectly said 👍

[@caroleeb1997]

Some people never find true love, like me. I had a true love and that was my daughter. She died at 21 and her sister years before. I have to make myself happy at 59 becuase I will never get into another relationship again because of trauma. BTW, I had kids in my 30s and played in my 20s by having fun and getting an education. I actually feel sorry for people who think you need a man to be happy. I thought that as a very young woman, but now at 59 I know I was foolish.

[@valcrist7428]

@@caroleeb1997 How did you NOT find True Love when you already had a baby?

[@linked2dio26]

Beautifully put

[@alkitzman9179]

I had never heard this amazing song and vocal performance until about a month ago. Now I can't listen to it enough. Charlene Oliver you have left your mark on the music world. Wow this is a amazing performance. Thank you and God Bless You Charlene

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

One of the most underrated songs in music history. Maybe it should make a comeback because it would touch so many people.

[@hisbeautifultruth5931]

I dont know. This generation is.....strange. I doubt it would be as appreciated due to it's pure simplicity.

[@paradise3156]

It was released in the 70's and re-released in 1982. It's one of my favorite songs since the 70's. My kids heard me singing this while cooking, I still do .😄😄🎙🎶🎼🎵

[@Shannon1970ful]

My thoughts .... Exactly !!!!! ♥️🌹♥️🌹♥️ My eyes spill my heart's ocean every single time I've listened to the words spoken within the song 🌹♥️🌹♥️🌹

[@capiztirzo2724]

Darling, I don’t think so. These generation of young people (especially these so called.....”millenials”) have different “taste” of what they call music nowadays. I’m pretty sure they will just laugh on this kind of music and will even ridicule us who likes this kind of music.

[@taroupriapus5202]

It's not underrated. It's number 1 in the charts of many countries for several months in the 80s and still one of my most favorite songs to date. Charlene Duncan

[@trevorscott4145]

This is a song that you just do not want to end. So powerful even in this world of today in 2020

[@dewiaugust3459]

yeah..never grow old ..!

[@conniegregore1468]

So true ... i never missed playing this song everyday... 😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@matthewdonovan1240]

A timeless classic. I never tire of hearing this song.

[@romeaziersonbeng1651]

Never Fade...

I totally agree. Listening to any other song after listening to this seems insignificant.

[@user-mh1sp5hx7l]

切ないけど、大好きな曲です❣️ 自分を励ます時に良く歌います。日本人ですが、英語で歌えます🎵 音はレコードのままで、映像はアップした時の彼女なんですね。うれしいです。From🇯🇵

[@Dunlaoghairepunkers]

Yang shang po,

[@qianlin5519]

Agree with you

[@user-pm9tv3wm8m]

日本語バージョンは「Love is all」というタイトルで椎名恵さんが歌っていて「おんな風林火山」というドラマの主題歌になってます。こちらを先に知りました。ドラマはあまり面白くなかったけど主題歌が良かったのでよく覚えてるんです。

[@user-fd4fd9pj4g]

ホント、同感。この人が歌っていたのか！

[@TDH000]

私史上最高に泣けるバラードです

[@hkbuddy97006]

47 years later this still remains one of my most favorite songs ever. Exquisite lyrics and melody and she sang it with such passion. ❤

[@ClmrAlolor-ke4jt]

It's the other way around but this song is nice though.

[@HenchellSenosa-gu1ne]

Yes,this is one of my fave song ever song too,.The way Charlene Duncan sings,I really love it❤️

[@charlarlarge]

Me too. My first favorite

[@lynkoponio7479]

Like song❤

[@danielsingoei2239]

Love the song, the song is old as iam

[@RamonGarcia-ld4dw]

Listened to you in my teens in the 70's and still listening up to now. Still a beautiful song.

[@jimogrady1131]

Ramon Garcia Me too I still listen to songs from all those 70s concerts I went to, I blame Partridge Family music turning me into a Rock N Roll Freak

[@karbolchannel5619]

Really? This song released in 1982.

[@tonyhogg9839]

@@karbolchannel5619 It was originally recorded in 1976 and didn't do very well. I think the story goes the female singer gave up recording a couple of years later. Then some radio diskjocky in a large US city started playing in a lot in 1982 and it started moving up the charts. That's when the singer got a surprise phone call from her ex-agent saying to her "I think we've got a hit on our hands" or something like that.

[@alyjoyrichards342]

This was my mother's favorite song. She's in paradise now.

[@KiryowaRonald]

Ohhh,

[@KiryowaRonald]

You need to enjoy this song again while you are in the wild of Africa. Create fresh memories

[@glenh6503]

I understand why was your mother's favorite song. I am happy for you and her. That your mom is in paradise. May you find, if you have not yet; your paradise.

[@PatrickOng-wm5ru]

May she rest in peace. Amen.

[@peterliddell4996]

Good song

[@callysimons2792]

She teaches piano and sInging to my kiddos in Ft Worth Tx! She’s amazing 🥰

[@mangreat9118]

Wow amazing your kids learn music from a legend

[@HorizonMelt]

Really?

[@brianbayer4868]

Where is her classroom so that I can send my kids there

[@MsElke11]

This definitely means more to me now at 54 than at 14!! Thank goodness for family life...with the occasional isles of greece.

[@hiddenmesa]

Is she at the Home Depot garden center?

[@clairewatkins5098]

Opposite for me. I've been to 53 countries and still counting. I'm 52. I have a son but always will have itchy feet.

[@user-dt5vr5te1o]

I am also here 52 in Thailand

[@Witchchylde]

I was eleven when this was originally released, now I'm fifty seven and all I want is a response song that's the opposite of self-hating and shaming. Beautiful melody, stomach churning sentiment.

[@marktonge4225]

❤

[@Sameoldfitup]

“A friend is someone who knows all about you and still loves you.”

[@SAPG82965]

Yeah & that's what friends are for

[@jimogrady1131]

Sameoldfitup Ive always like that Quote ( FRIENDS ARE THE SIBLINGS THAT GOD FORGOT TO GIVE US )

[@ninithegreatest]

Yes indeed. xoxo

[@chriscanale5780]

Who's listening to Charlene I've Never Been to Me November 2019 wishing you all the best in the New Year 2020 ✌💖

[@analizahinaut9545]

Me...

[@GCRams]

Happy Holidays and a very Happy New year!

[@chriscanale5780]

@@GCRams Happy Holidays to you🎄🎁🎅

[@GCRams]

@@chriscanale5780 Thank you!!

[@chriscanale5780]

@@GCRams 💖

[@susankoslosky8405]

It's 2023 and I still have wonderful memories of this song.

[@EyesWideOpenTruth]

Same here Susan Isn’t it beautiful ❤ A Classic

[@billym1974]

Sooo many memories

[@mral8145]

Me too! This song and Tina Charles “I love to love” are songs I repeat continually.

[@kdevinturner8778]

Could be a lot worse. Honey bunny

[@fukase861]

im listening to this because of my mom, she always plays this song when i was a kid.. now im moving to a new home and im not at her house anymore, im just missing her

[@pottsystravelvlog.8049]

I've loved this song for so many years. I'm a 72 year old man and the lyrics are so meaningful. My daughter in her 40,s can't listen to this without it bringing tears to her eyes. Beautiful.

[@jeffgessner9764]

The favorite song of my sister Lydia 1967-2011. It's been 8 years since you left us. Wherever you are, I love you and miss you :*(

[@skipraida5497]

So sad Jeff,love from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Sunakfilth]

God bless her... Sending from Liverpool England 🙏❤️

[@jeffgessner9764]

yes. Liver cancer.

[@FCm-tq2ho]

From NYC with love bro..be safe

[@teresagallonty6405]

It is sad when you lose a Sister. I am sorry for your loss. I do understand how you feel. I lost mine (she took her life) 5 yrs. ago. I miss her so much. She was my best friend.

[@lunatic3832]

My eyes are watering. I remember my mother that she choose to born and raised me than doing things she wants in her own life 😘

[@corwyn2]

I'm glad yours didn't resent you for it

[@bengiarraputo9357]

I have NEVER been touched by a song like this.

[@Erika-ql9hl]

She might have chosen the right choice.

[@pbamse]

Corny

[@pollyannapositive9192]

Your mother is a real mother.

[@daveheel]

if you only have one hit, make it memorable like this. this song takes me back to my childhood. you'd never hear a song like this on radio today.

[@kathleenking47]

Rap, and some rock, ruined much of music

[@jamesgilmore8256]

@@kathleenking47 They still have radio? Does anyone listen to it?

[@Harry-jz1dn]

@@jamesgilmore8256 Of course they do... It's on the internet

[@SpiritusMundi4EVER]

Adele's "Easy On Me" and "Someone Like You" is pretty deep. But you're correct, most modern pop radio is horrid comparatively.

[@galafly]

Thank God!

[@peterhutchins9246]

A fantastic song. WHAT a melody. Much underrated! LOVE IT, it reminds of my life in the 80s - what a decade.

[@jimmymars619]

This song was written for eternity with nostalgic,heartwarming,delicate, sophisticated, love,deep humble, heavenly,unforgettable feeling of soul,spirit and mind.

[@karenreyes4019]

Two thumbs up

[@hsedo2126]

It’s depressing

[@concordioobeso6437]

Lyrics is so compatible with her voice...been listening to this song since in the '70s and still love to listen to date.

[@peterburke3025]

Ben bank bunk bunk cm bhai bhai bhai B&B bhai CNN B&B bhaji bhai

[@toughspringrolls]

Brings me back to those late night bus rides where I was beside the window seeing city lights, people going wherever they should and vehicles moving while this song is playing. Also those late night walks from a hospital shift then stopping by to an open shack to eat arroz caldo with tofu then walking back home bringing some of the food to my parents for a night snack. These memories might be ordinary but I cherish each and one of it. I've been to paradise, yes. It is not some special place somewhere but rather it is what we make and who were with us at those times. That, is my PARADISE.

[@malpete]

Indeed some unforgettable paradise we made in our lifetime , I’m glad i have my paradise here with me everyday and night 😁

[@erwinsmit440]

Simply love it. Since the first time I heard it. The lady's fragile voice brings the song to another level. Masterpiece which will never bore me. Grazia Charlene.

[@jovaniepornela4873]

I just heard this song yesterday and i can't seem to get over it. The lyrics are so powerful that it can touch even a man's heart. I wish many songs like this will be produced so that younger generation will be reminded about the true meaning of happiness.

[@pollyannapositive9192]

I love listening to a memorable song like this. Thank you very Charlene D'Angelo for your wonderful music.

[@robinjohnson4939]

I love this song, such melody and truth all rolled up into one. It is still a great song and it touches my soul! Well done Charlene!

[@andrewgahan3568]

From 1982

[@karenreyes4019]

That’s it so melodic!!!! U don’t have to shout or scream to top off your lungs like what singers do now

[@maceygrayonline]

I bought this song when it was first released on vinyl and still got it, Loved it then, Love it now a truly inspirational song, I wish someone would release now with the music available now but without killing the song.

[@noramieaquiatan6015]

simple song with a very deep meaning.

[@kimisadventuretime1656]

Yeah i agree.

[@FCm-tq2ho]

Yup

[@zapkvr]

Huh?

[@davidrobinson9526]

@@zapkvr the word can be easily understood, and deep is about knowledge of your emotions, unless it was rhetorical, was it rhetorical? keep on surviving whatever!

[@Bb-pw1zi]

@@davidrobinson9526 The song is about is about visions while under the influence of drugs.

[@HereLaNgi]

Yesterday was the first time I listen to this song. Wonder where I have been for my whole 27 years. So beautiful meaning, rhythm, voice and these weaving lyrics.

[@99bn99]

The song came out 55 years ago. It has had very little play during the time you were old enough to recognize a song on the radio.

[@KarolCasares]

This song make vibe so high, its incredible his voice sounds like a angel.well done Charlene!!

[@janjanssen9629]

Benedict Zwartzneger - “never been to me” suddenly has a different ring to it….

[@rossanahrossana2437]

Me lembro dessa música como se fosse hoje.Minha adolescência.Saudades...😥

[@Buchworm]

OMG,I had this ‘45 when I was a kid and loved it. Haven’t heard it since the 80’s. I’m sitting here crying because I’ve lived out this life without even realizing it. My heart is broken. I’ve never been to me. I took what I thought was the sweet life and lost what I truly love. 💔

[@frankmangan2113]

so sweet , good luck to you

[@heatherwallace2771]

I remember this song from way back in the day. Lovely voice.

[@anterooinas4334]

So do I. It kind of stood out of the crowd somehow with its text and that performance and still sounds lovely as it´s not been played too much.

[@materials1000]

I didn't know the meaning of this song when I was in teens. Now I know it. It is still a lovely song to me. Greetings from Taiwan.

[@janeausten3607]

Growing up, I remember this song always playing in the background and I appreciate it even more now as a young woman. I'm 23 and may not have had much life experiences just yet but this song truly speaks to my soul. Thank you for this, Charlene. Oh, and to my Mom for listening (and introducing me) to this song, and your reason for doing so - I now understand

[@teresitasambo4521]

I was singing this song during my 3rd high school days way back 1978, still listening to this meaningful song 2021

[@CarlosGonzalez-yv1tg]

One of the most beautiful singing voices I've ever listened to.

[@joabmoura1918]

Nossa tenho 35 anos cresci ouvindo Charlene e outros fkashbacks perfeito. Isso q é música. Saudades

[@deluziacosta3651]

Joab Moura adoro a música.linda e perfeita

[@jayefleminglowe2998]

I have loved this song for decades. I have always been Charlene and I've tried so hard to convince my girlfriends, discontented mothers and regimented wife's, that it's not so great, I've never been to me.

[@missylavender2745]

Love this song so much I played it over and over ❤️❤️❤️

[@marknc9616]

Me too me too me too. I was a 12 years old boy from rural NC. I about wore out my 45 rpm single of this song. The magic of this song is just as strong or even stronger now. How is that possible?

[@shermanlewis8586]

I may be a man, but I can relate to this song in so many ways. Such a beautiful and Powerful song

[@Layijikung]

Even if a man listened to this song for the first time, it made me cry. I really like this song...

[@solbar67]

mmm really?

[@shermanlewis8586]

@@solbar67 ummm yeah really !!! Do you have a problem with that tonto

[@lesteramponin7749]

Me too

[@d0min0danc1ng]

Ur not a man..ur a metrosexual man Aint nothin wrong with touching ur own feminine side

[@waluyawaluya9285]

As a man I shed tears while listening to this song. Too many people running after false freedom and forgetting the real happiness we can easily find at home with our family. This song tells everything.

[@getz051]

We must be connected as I'm the same every time I listen to it and think about all those young ladies that this song related to

[@DJDanceClassic]

it is time to come out of that closet, Waluya !

[@aandy51x]

I totally agree

[@henryskedel5771]

Amen brother

[@flg22f]

You are sooooo right!

[@janiceburgess4679]

Looking back over my life at 61. I truly can relate to this song! ❤

[@marktonge4225]

❤

[@MrTrashcan1]

Some people think the lyrics are corny, but regardless, the music itself is wonderful--beautiful arrangement with piano and chord progressions.

[@Shannon1970ful]

This song doesn't receive the proper recognition and honor for which it should and so much deserves !!!!!! ♥️🌹♥️🌹♥️

[@grahamcheesman2252]

Quite right and lovely dog

[@LordsofGastone]

She has such a beautiful voice!

[@rodrigosoong5648]

Feb. 1, 2024 I'm still watching, anyone else here ?

[@tomnicholls9016]

Me

[@AmandaRules4ever]

I sang this song when I was 12 back in 1982 and I will never forget this classic!

[@clairestephens4916]

I was 12 in 1982 also but for some strange reason I don't remember hearing it play on the radio. I discovered this song from a true crime channel called Seeking The Truth With Dave.

[@laerciolamas32]

LINDA DEMAIS...Conheci essa linda canção através do filme PRISCILA - A RAINHA DO DESERTO...na cena de abertura do filme...SHOW...👏👏👏

[@loirinha5764]

Igualmente, muito linda.

[@fbosim1]

A realmente essa música é linda e tambm conheci através do filme e escuto até hoje ❤❤

[@Sameoldfitup]

“Has it ever struck you that life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going?”― Tennessee Williams.

[@VideoSaySo]

When this came out, I wasn't even a teenager yet and me and my sister laughed and laughed every time it came on the radio. Fast forward to me at 50, I hadn't heard it since, those words aren't so funny. They're making me weep openly.

[@SpiritusMundi4EVER]

Some years back, there was a supergroup called Velvet Revolver with Scott Weiland of Stone Temple Pilots and 3 members of Guns 'N Roses in the band. They released a song called 'Falling To Pieces' which I just dismissed as a power ballad about drugs. Paid it no mind. Well, Scott ended up od'ing in late 2015. When I listen to the song now, I hear Scott's cry for help and feel quite sad thinking about his struggle with drugs. Time has a way of changing our perspectives. I sympathize with your tears and send you ♥and 🙏.

[@amybear2941]

I'm 60 years old and Graduated in 1982 but never heard this song until I watched Priscilla Queen Of The Desert .

[@josephwhittington3359]

The voice of an angel, combined with the words of a poet. Too bad that she didn't do more.

[@cucugnan]

I've been to Nice...... tears of remembrance. Best days of my life

[@peterstears784]

Wonderfull song ! Love hearing the old songs 🥰

[@anthonyrouse8014]

SAME here buddy! The best...

[@aurelio-reymilaorcabal9669]

One if the best and memorable " One Hit Wonders " ever. Love this song.

[@PianoMatronNeeNee]

I remember this song growing up as a child and when I recently learned how to play piano, I knew I was going to do whatever I had to do to learn play this brilliant song. When I saw the interview on behind the song I l cried and felt your pain I cannot wait do this song in honor of you and many others who can relate to it. Sending much love from Miami Charlene❤

[@liberty0194]

Whoever wrote this beautiful song gets it....happiness is closer than we think.

[@thomasmccullagh8282]

Absolutely beautiful woman, singing a gorgeous song,can't get enough of this ,brings back fantastic memories. Will keep on playing this classic. ❤

[@slundgr]

Charlene was the perfect choice to sing this song. You can feel the passion she has for the song and can see the pain and hurt in her eyes. She’s beautiful lady, inside and out.

[@kayj2093]

Spot on, Charlene was going through an abortion and physical abuse by her ex husband during the original release of this song. She literally poured her heart and soul into the project.

[@BillGraper]

@@kayj2093 And to think, this song was a total flop the first time it was released, peaking at #97 in 1977. She gave up on it & moved far away. It was rereleased without her knowledge after a DJ in Tampa started playing it & the response was huge! It went all the way to #3 for 3 weeks in 1982. I bought the 45 in 1982. I remember the Motown label.

[@davepage8080]

The song was written for a Man to sing-Charlenes version has altered lyrics for a woman to sing-Howard Keel sings the original words!

[@CactiTrio]

@@davepage8080 --- & Keel's version is incredible as well. It's live/on-the-spot. The video is here on YT as well, from the UK on his farewell tour. His resolute inclusion of the "ripped the county jail" is incredible therein.

[@nunkut3]

When I was broken up, listening this song makes me accept what I was going through, deeply feel and sympathy with my misery. When I was happy, it makes me want to spread out all of my happiness to all the woman all over the world. There is no other song that worth listening with all the women more than this beautiful one.

[@willierobison3666]

You are a very lovely woman, Chinie

[@valcrist7428]

How does this song fit your life? I don't think this song is about "BROKEN" relationships.

[@dantoinettetaylor1663]

Who is listening in 2020? Me,me, meeeee!!!

[@monkeyface6139]

Nobody cares

[@azhariabdulrashid4440]

From Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

[@duanesealy3592]

Me

[@monkeyface6139]

@@duanesealy3592 still nobody cares

[@jayriklopez22]

me from zomboanga delsur

[@markcarloseno6842]

I never had the chance to know the meaning of this song until a friend told me at the age of 33. The melody of this song gives justice to the story.

[@susukumutajapan7194]

A song that tells a story of a woman who chose to be wild and free. She has a lot of achievements in life and have been to different places, Georgia, California, Greece etc. Met different people, bought anything she wanted to. She thought that those things are the real happiness but realized the real happiness is having someone who completes your life, someone who loves you and cares for you (like your partner together with your sons/daughters). In the end she was left ALONE and regretful.

[@karenaldred3645]

Id swap places with her at a heart beat

[@noaha9604]

Looking like a golden girl!

[@PlumbNutz]

@@HighFashionQueen the entire point of this song is that you cannot. Good luck with that sweetheart.

[@IMadeBayu]

This song is about sluts who dream to be out from all her shits To be a better life

[@rollycarandang5466]

Nice interpretation..

[@OligarioJrRagas]

This song is one of my mother's favourite. She used to sing with us when we were a little kids... 5 years from now since she left us. I missed you mom😭❤️

[@valcrist7428]

My mom sings this song too a lot.. I think it also saved their marriage somehow with my Dad. Now they have both passed away. I miss my mom too..

[@michelelacroix7167]

This song really affects me. I’ve been all across this country. I like what this song says. I’ve been to Paradise but I’ve never been to me.

[@georgiademakopoulos650]

Such a delicate, beautiful and powerful song!

[@anthonyrouse8014]

Blissful''.

[@margarett7394]

Women who choose to be single and free may regret when they see others with family when they’re old. Women who on the other hand choose to have a family and work for family their whole life may also regret when they see some others who could spend all their time, money and energy on loving themselves. It’s really not about how do you choose to live your life. It’s all about how you can find happiness in your own path and cherish what you have, and find the true happiness within yourself (not from comparing with others).

[@junas3945]

Even if I am a MAN I still love this song maybe because I do love classic songs. 😅😅 Who are old souls here?

[@coolrunnings3]

Really? Are you from the USA or have you been to Nice n the Isle of Greece etc too?

[@AlanStonge]

Im 54 and I love this song too all the 60s 70s and 80s really!

[@junas3945]

I am 23 but I do have an old soul hhehe

[@junas3945]

@@coolrunnings3 where I set champaign in the yatch took the Harlow in monte carlo and show them what I've got 😅🙈

[@coolrunnings3]

@@junas3945 Where I sipped champagne on a yacht, I moved like Harlow in Monte Carlo and showed them what I got . . . 😊 I really don’t know why I wrote that comment, doesn’t sound nice. Sorry 😌💚

[@harlendevraak1202]

Who knew that two men can write a song about a woman’s profound regret in living a worldly life when she was young thereby missing out on the true joys of motherhood and raising a family.

[@inexpertxennial6067]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤮🤮🤢🤢 not every woman wants to be a mother or a wife

[@malpete]

Wow I didn’t know that 2 guys who wrote this lovely song

[@TarotAstrologerTHOMAS]

In 2022, still appreciating the profound wisdom and unforgettable melody this song has to offer

[@jonjor-xk7iw]

Me too!

[@mrstandfast2212]

Please tell me that you're being ironic.

[@shawnwilliams2954]

One of the greatest songs ever made....truly inspirational...blessed

[@rodolfoluizdasilva8023]

Que maravilhosa canção ,🎶🎵🎵🎶🎵😊!!!!!!!!❤️.

[@evangelinosoarespereira1837]

Bela viagem ao passado,tão distante e ao mesmo tempo tão perto!

[@mariesmith9312]

Still my favorite after all these years! Can listen to this one over and over and over again...

[@picoharmotimpo]

Classic song and beautiful voice.

[@enceladusresearch6519]

Still here in 2024, anyone else?

[@tammybailey5386]

Yes. Yes I am

[@user-xp9mw3ev5j]

Yes yes

[@sandzpo1458]

😊

[@pratiwikkt9755]

Yes, I am

[@marilynbond9923]

May 2.2024 OKC, Oklahoma USA

[@conchitacw]

December '19, still listening to Charlene!

[@menchielota8304]

I’ve always loved this song... sometimes your whole life can be sung in one song.

[@ryanreed5828]

I'm a 29 year old man nearly 30 and my boyfriend introduced me to this song 2 years ago! It made me cry when I listened to it. Because of this song was sung for a man it would be me

[@bigtexmacgonigle444]

Bruh...😂😂😂

[@jonassoares6208]

Linda música: Fez parte da novela Elas por Elas em 1982. Me lembro dos meus 10 anos. Das maravilhosas festas no Bairro do Méier no RJ.

[@andrealves583]

...boa informação Jonas Soares...

[@joseoscarazevedolopes]

uma das canções que marcaram a década de 70. tempo em que assistia às novelas. bons tempos que não voltam mais!

[@cristinamedina1471]

Esta musica foi gravada em 1982

[@yvettehackett2310]

I remember writing out the lyrics from this song back in the days.

[@ericsamuelson5656]

This song peaked at #3 in the summer of 1982. Charlene looked so beautiful here.

[@joe123586]

The lyrics of this song are incredible. Alot of people can relate to this. This is so underrated. This song deserves more Recognition. Incredible ❤

[@mrstandfast2212]

Seriously?

[@kevinvile2503]

This is the most beautiful song I wish had told Dawn my lady about it she was taken away from me at the age 54, miss you my lady Parker can't wait to join you. You have always have been me xxxxxxx

[@RH-zf6ro]

For those of you listening to this song and getting depressed because you wish you had children, just know that we all have our struggles in life. Having a family doesn’t always make life perfect. Make the most of the life that you have. Enjoy your freedom and have the adventure.

[@HomeGirlSV]

For me this song is about loving yourself

[@timmitchell3870]

"I've moved like Harlow in Monte Carlo and showed 'em what I've got." Bless you, Charlene for the best line ever recorded.

[@catneedham4913]

That two men wrote, but ok

[@DanielSnow316]

I love the line about paradise being a lie because that is so true.

[@openmind1966]

The lyrics are not corny. In short, it's a woman who took her liberty to a point make that she is brazen to explore things that normal relationships rarely go. Her voice is so seductive, and she is so beautiful. Charlene Ducan is just so beautiful, that it's a wonder why this arrangement never charted so well. Maybe ahead of it's time. But still, an arrangement that is so gripping in it's beauty.

[@josenascim8390]

*Gone are the times when the songs touched and missed that person and made us love even more.*

[@angharadswansea9343]

Totally underrated voice and song. Absolutely stunning.

[@karenaldred3645]

It was never underrated it went to number 1

[@andyblenkey8137]

Couldnt agree more

[@andyblenkey8137]

@@karenaldred3645 it sure did karen

[@user-tf3lk2pz7t]

there are so many great songs in the end of 70's ~the early of 90's. and of course this song is one of them.

[@lillianstr1752]

I want to have my daughters hear this. This was ME. They need this advice. 2020.

[@johnlewinski6359]

But you had daughters so it can't be you.

[@lillianstr1752]

Clarify please 🥺 lol.

[@johnlewinski6359]

@@lillianstr1752 The woman is telling the girl that she did not have children and she regrets that.

[@lillianstr1752]

Ok. Got it. LOL 🤣. I just woke up. I want my girls to hear this, because wasted time cannot be retrieved. Happy holidays.

[@johnlewinski6359]

@@lillianstr1752 Just so you know, that woman was a hooker

[@katehowarth6229]

Amazing song. Beautiful voice. I never tirer of listening to this Beautiful song ❤

[@davidbloxham9920]

Brilliant 80s hit!!Still popular with me in 2021!!

[@danielbelardino7662]

Actually 70s 👍🙂🎵🎶

[@johnhirst4137]

@@danielbelardino7662:- Technically you're BOTH correct ....... it was released in 1977 AND re - released in 1982

[@oldskoolcool1887]

A distinctive and soothing song that is wonderfully calming.

[@biscuit4240]

I always be thankful for my mother who gave birth to me at a young age of 23, just out of college, unsupported by her family, and unmarried, every now and then I hear her singing this song and I see the melancholy nostalgic feeling she has in her eyes, however, I knew she never had a second thought about me but I wish I can give my mother her young years of 20 back and it also gives me a sad feeling of what she had to sacrifice

[@jimogrady1131]

Biscuit My Mom had a tough time raising 8 IRISH Boys. Never seen so many IRISH Freckels in my Life. So many kids she couldn't remember our names. In IRELAND they call Freckels ANGEL KISSES

[@skipraida5497]

@@jimogrady1131 ,Well I'll be fooked!

[@jade5202]

don't feel bad, you are worth it for her. All you can do is show your gratitude and make life good for yourself and your mom

[@valcrist7428]

I don't think this song is about "Single" moms..

[@betomelo4551]

Grande sucesso dos anos 80 , mais uma pra minha coleção.

[@michelbonfimsantos2535]

Tambem do nada achei. Pra minha tambem

[@evanyarcanjo3524]

Minha também! 😢

[@bobbykaiancero7104]

Dont listen to this song if you are a broken hearted ..it hurts deep inside..

[@elviea2900]

I learnt this song when i was 8, i really didn't understood the lyrics, English was not my first language and i was too young to read fluently but the melody was so good, i loved the song, am in my 40s now.