Roberta Flack - First Time Ever I Saw Your Face 1972

"The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" is a 1957 folk song written by British political singer/songwriter Ewan MacColl for Peggy Seeger, who later became his wife. At the time, the couple were lovers, although MacColl was still married to Joan Littlewood. Seeger sang the song when the duo performed in folk clubs around Britain. During the 1960s, it was recorded by various folk singers and became a major international hit for Roberta Flack in 1972, winning Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. Billboard ranked it as the no. 1 Hot 100 single of the year for 1972.
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Lyrics:
The first time, ever I saw your face
I thought the sun rose in your eyes
And the moon and the stars
Were the gifts you gave
To the dark, and the endless skies
My Love
And the first time, ever I kissed your mouth
I felt the earth move in my hands
Like the trembling heart
Of a captive bird
That was there, at my command
My Love
And the first time, ever I lay with you
I felt your heart so close to mine
And I knew our joy
Would fill the earth
And last, til the end of time
My Love
And last, 'til the end of time
My love
The first time, ever I saw
Your face
Your face
Your fa-ace
Your face

[@myhemirr]

This reminds me of the first time I ever saw my wife's face. She was 12 and I was 14. 5 years later we were married and that marriage lasted 53 years until God called her home May 1, 2018. I love you still Wanda and will as long as I live.

[@barbara5152]

💕💕💕

[@FullOfFaith5779]

Blessings dear man.

[@justasimplesomeone]

myhemirr what an inspiration. I am stunned by your comment. Sending you love and amazement through the airways from London.

[@mikebradley4392]

You were truly blessed.

[@marianievestroncosobustos4581]

Bellas palabras. Hermoso recuerdo.

[@rickguerrero2282]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written about how it feels to be smitten by love……sung by one of the most beautiful female voices of all time.

[@Laurie-eg8ct]

Unforgettable love ❤️😢❤

[@kathleenspurling446]

Always beautiful...timeless

[@LanaHarris-tu2py]

So agree 💯👍

[@liamhamilton8497]

Here im sitting, listening to this masterpiece, crying over the strangers comments..

[@steven-dark]

You are not alone. :)

[@wordtreat]

That's the deep beauty of this place.❤

[@stephenmccaffrey8406]

I was 18,when I first hear this song. Now at 69,it as beautiful as ever.

[@steven-dark]

Me too and it still makes me cry ... 50 years on ! Am I ashamed at that? No.

[@reinerdykeman]

Good grief 🤦

[@raymcnulty5252]

12 years old for me, really miss our generation of music.

[@steven-dark]

@@raymcnulty5252 Me too. I was reminiscing only today of the great mix of music in the 70s - glam rock, punk, prog rock, new wave,disco and things seemed so much easier with less big government nanny state.

[@karenhansen6768]

I met my husband when I was 16,married him at 17,he played the guitar and sang this song to me on our honeymoon, he was taken from me the next day from a car accident, I'm 60 yrs.old and when I hear this song I still cry

[@tinawhite5803]

💔

[@me9884]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[@aliehawhite8616]

Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear this. Bless you 🤍

[@roe6075]

I'm so sorry 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@cathykline1286]

I’m so sorry for you. My husband and I love this song too…I hope you have found love again.❤️

[@ronfreeman5857]

Funny, how as you age, these songs become more beautiful...

[@Jaydon05]

Ron: Well said! I love this song!

[@nell911ful]

Amen, I have always loved it but it just becomes more beautiful as I age.

[@johnypirelli1118]

I’m in tears at the beauty of this song 💚🥰 I’m here after hearing versions on Smule the singing app by lovely voices so had to listen to original ....wow !

[@Anderson-dk6is]

Youre right about that

[@thesongofdeborah1974]

Amen!

[@iwuezeemmanuel6750]

Who is still here 2024!!!!

[@l.voorwinden8978]

Me!

[@johnnybhoy4278]

🖐️

[@bryanwarm2471]

Here on 23 May 2024

[@linafrandin8641]

Still here, just about everyday. What a beautiful Lady, this and "Killing Me Softly"...no one like her. We love you Roberta Flack, always...

[@yvonnewratten5855]

Many thousands of people like this song and singer if not millions .even in april 2024!

[@DanielGarcia-zk5ns]

I meet my wife, when. I was 18.and.my wife 16....we hear. This beatiful song.. In ours.party wedding.... Now... She pass away...... Almost. 6 years ago..... Im still. Criying.... All time.

[@mikeh7549]

I remember my mom singing this song to me when I was a little boy. Sadly she passed away two days ago but I was thankful I could play this for her on her last day. I know it brought her happiness and peace. It's such a beautiful song.

[@antonboludo8886]

God Bless You.

[@20000Armpits]

That hurt just to read. Sending you all my love.

[@veronicagentle9537]

My mom passed away yesterday/She had been on hospice for several days and I played this and the other songs she loved when I was a child for her-She was no longer talking but mouthed “thank you” when I asked if the music was ok-I keep listening to it bc it makes me feel so close to her

[@johnjonessubstitutes3724]

May your Mom rest in peace. Cherish that moment for all the days of your life. God bless you.

[@f.frederickskitty2910]

My mom loved Roberta Flack too. She passed away in 1994 when my son was 3 months old. My son is now older than I was then and I still miss her. Hugs friend ❤️

[@leesweather9894]

Dear God. As a 52 year old male, I'm sitting here crying. Unbelievably moving.

[@joycebroomfield8237]

This song is so emotional. May you find joy and happiness soon.

[@carmengarza6250]

Me, too...

[@steven-dark]

You are not alone my friend. I'm 63 and lost the love of my life to cancer last year and I bawl every time I hear this.

[@leesweather9894]

@@steven-dark Thank you Steven (from Minnesota). Peace my friend.

[@steven-dark]

@@leesweather9894 And to you

[@cmcchung6807]

the first time i saw her face , today 49 years ago, she was 22 , i was 25.... We are still very happy together today , being married for 46 years .... Praise the Lord....

[@andjelikapersic6741]

Wish you all happinies of the world ...Amaze me to read this kind of comment... 🙏🥰🇩🇪

[@celticlofts]

Roberta comes from a generation that had real talent. No studio trickery from this lady, just pure soul.. I remember playing this song four time in a row on a jukebox in a working class bar in Rhode Island in the late 70s and nobody complained. She's just pure magic...

[@fablenewsnetwork7223]

Absolutely correct 🥁🥁🥁

[@johnfarey2271]

How could anyone complain listening to such a beautiful song from a truly wonderful lady, If I was with you at that bar I would of bought you a drink for having such wonderful good taste,

[@celticlofts]

@@johnfarey2271 : I don't know.. There was a few iffy looking fuckers in there at the time..but I survived.. 🙂

[@doloresschultz8393]

OMG!

[@cristinskadell338]

that voice is a natural treasure

[@keithtomczyk4730]

48 yrs later and she still makes me tear up. Love her voice.

[@solcutta3661]

Makes me cry til I'm yawning...

[@cleigh8753]

I just posted on here, seeing Roberta Flack in Seattle in 1975, It was my first concert ever. I was 18. Hard to believe it was 47yrs ago. It is to this day a very treasured memory. I was so mesmerized when she performed this song at that time.

[@NiallRigbyHK]

Me too! This song & this song only. I don't know why ...

[@jonfranco2562]

Same here, i well up every time i hear this sont.

[@henriettelouis-ferdinand4548]

Me too

[@boonicholls6649]

Beautiful, beautiful song. I dedicate it to my precious husband RAY who l lost 20months ago. The first time l ever saw his face l fell in love. The first time he ever kissed my lips, 48years of being in love. How the words of this song make me cry for him.... Love him forever❤😢

[@francisthomlinson9062]

❤

[@ianstuart5660]

Very sorry for your loss! ❤❤

[@davidwalker8955]

So Sorry for the Loss of your husband. Kia Kaha ( stay strong )

[@muffassa6739]

I just lost my dear husband a few months ago and we loved this wonderful song. She's so beautiful and incredible.

[@1KeDon]

My condolences 🙏🏿

[@jamesharding8937]

First heard this during my gap year in Australia. Some guy I met played this on a guitar for the love of his life. Though his mates laughed at him, he won her over. Brings back fond memories

[@richardsimpson8629]

This song speaks to the deep love I have for my partner of 35 years. I was fortunate enough to marry my high school sweetheart, she was 14 and I 17. I was an uninvited guest to her birthday party. We never met or saw each other before that night. I remember to this day the first time ever I saw her face; it was love at first sight, and even after so many years together as husband and wife, her beauty both inside and out, melts my heart. We opened the dancefloor to this song on our wedding night under the stars in a tight embrace, we danced together, eyes closed with tears of joy flowing. Thank you Ms. Roberta Flack and everyone involved in writing and producing this song. Mutual love can be so beautiful.

[@kierondonovan2265]

The first time I heard Roberta sing this song it stopped me dead in my tracks. And you know what? It still does.

[@irenesansum9303]

Agree

[@diskcake]

🙏🏽

[@michaelhobbs3426]

🙏😇😭

[@madamecoeurdemontespan1712]

Mee, too!

[@lioncvet21]

Agreed. Dead in my tracks..

[@markcuffe4610]

The most beautiful love song I’ve ever heard. And I heard it 50 years ago. Nothing compares. Thank you, Roberta.

[@cosmokitty1004]

SHANIA TWAIN HAS A BEAUTIFUL SONG-VIDEO CANT REMEMBER WHATS ITS CALLED

[@charleskharnage5541]

I agree 100%

[@antonboludo8886]

Yes.

[@paparaerae9444]

Hey 👋 that's the song I play !!! When she gets home

[@antonboludo8886]

@@cosmokitty1004 "Still the one"?

[@kitmckeraghan8735]

NOBODY can sing this song like Roberta Flack. She is sensational!

[@Atr42Greasemonkey]

I agree but George Michael gets close.

[@rbaade100]

First time ever I saw your face I knew I would love you forever Bob. You left this earth in 2022 and I miss you more every day. I will always love you. ❤❤❤❤

[@boonicholls6649]

So sorry for your loss. I lost my precious husband Ray also in 2022.This song is beautiful. I feel for you. My heart is truly broken too. The words of this song say it all..... We can never forget that love. Beautiful words..... 💔😢We will always love them.....

[@sophdog1678]

Somehow, Roberta Flack is now 83 years old. I remember how she enchanted us with this song, and Killing Me Softly. Gosh but the years have slipped by so quickly...

[@ek2137]

I also love Reverend Lee by Roberta Flack🌷

[@goofygranny1020]

Yes they sure have!

[@marylynch7404]

They sure have!!!

[@jeanineberna8458]

So quickly 🥺

[@Ladosligese]

i wish we could go back in time to our youth .. and KNOW time slips by this fast

[@vinnycriss8907]

I don’t know if a more beautiful love song is possible. This is perfection on so many levels. This woman is a messenger.

[@007OceanMan]

Absolutely...i listen to it and it always impresses me how magical are the lyrics...amazing song!

[@eckyhen]

Another beautiful song from Ewan MacColl, one of my favourites.

[@tessagodsAsset3N21]

Real Story: I say to my husband, "Do you remember this?" He said: "Sometimes you Forget that I am 10 years Younger than you." My response: "Seek help from JESUS!" ... LMBO, of Course he didn't recognize the song. He was born in 1974!!!

[@jibbajabba4712]

@@tessagodsAsset3N21 So what is your point? You do know Jesus can't solve your toy boy issues.

[@paymonbidari278]

Well said!

[@maryricks187]

My bro was in the Navy, he was on the ships that help evacuate the Vietnamese. He said this song always make him feel better.

[@katiekepley6754]

On my parents wedding day my mom walked down the aisle to this song. To this day this song makes me cry because my parents were the epitome of this song. They met Dec 25, 1973, got engaged Fed 14, 1974 and were married on Aug 17, 1974 and were married for 25 days shy of 25 years when my dad passed away. My mom never remarried and always wore her wedding ring and eventually got an eternal wedding ring of my dads name in his eye color on her ring finger. Their love was so pure, whole and perfect. They loved each other beyond their souls. When my mom passed away a year ago, my dads spirit was there waiting to take her home with him and I know I’m my heart that they have cherished every day in the past year together. This song describes their love perfectly and makes me ball my eyes out to this day. I wish songs today could be this powerful.

[@claireclarke758]

Your story is powerful ❤️

[@louisegogel7973]

For many people, that is what one young singer does with every song she sings: her own and covers of others, including this one. She and Roberta Flack would have been so wonderful together. Angelina Jordan.

[@claireclarke758]

My grandfather and grandmother met when they were 14. He gave her a bar of chocolate and a few years later were married. ❤️

[@lorebay2593]

I’ve only know thus type of love twice in my life, but I was the only one in love like that. I’d like to know this kind of mutual love before I leave the earth.

[@susiqblue]

My God! Your words put tears in my eyes. What a blessing to have such Parents, such love and such life. Thank you for sharing. Some of us, have never experienced that. Unfortunately, The very opposite! Only God can heal the horrible memories. I thank GOD for blessing you with such love and role models. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jlebron5860]

Here watching again in Quarantine. Anybody else? April 5, 2020. God Bless All. Beautiful song.

[@PandaA-cv3mm]

Yes. Such a moving song. Always made me cry. Keep well and God Bless you.

[@jamesmckenna1307]

April 11th 2020 07:01am waking up to Roberta Flack, coffee and watching the sun break the horizon. 😌🥰 Bliss.

[@sallyrockwell2672]

I'm here too

[@prasetiyodwi]

Indonesia here...

[@xr6lad]

Is that what people are doing now...hopping from video to video and now drawing a long bow with COVID-19 in the hope to get the most likes??? Suppose its better than the cliche 'who's listening in....' comments.

[@carolrenton2945]

I saw my BEAUTIFUL for the very "First Time" in the spring of 1980. Seven years later we were sweetly and devotedly married with three children later. Man am still sweetly in love with my wife after 36.8 Years of Marriage. God be Praised, God be Magnified and God be Glorified. Berakah-shalom.

[@songjaye1745]

Thank you, Roberta. I really appreciate it. I bet nobody can sing more beautifully than you.

[@suesmith261]

no foul language, no screaming, no nakedness, no identity or politic agendas, just pure angelic. Just being!

[@caroljoan3792]

got that right

[@MrMikebarfoot]

You must be a lovely person you are so correct ...just love the pure honesty in the way she sings ❤️

[@paddington3028]

Couldn't have put it better.

[@michaele4830]

Gone were the days

[@kathyweisgarber6327]

DOOOOOOO U KNOW YOUR AN EARTH 🌎 ANGLE CAUSE ♥YOU ARE SAVED BY THE BLOOD OF JESUS HOLY GOD BLESS 🙌YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL 😍❤♥🙏 SMILE JESUS LOVES YOU!!!!!!!

[@peacelove8442]

I remember sitting in the car with my husband, just before I went to work. This song came on and I cried to these beautiful words. I loved this man for 55 years, until her died in 2016. I will love him until my last breath.

[@bolton3131]

so sorry your loss

[@tonyramos1936]

Absolutely beautiful

[@jp3923]

What a poignant expression of love! You truly had a berautiful relationship that most people covet. May the Lord bless and keep you and reassure you that you will see one another again.

[@jenniferj6580]

Beautiful an blessed

[@tundrawomansays5067]

Yes, you will...

[@johnborzcik3058]

I will admit, when I was a teenager in 1975, I used to listen to this song over and over on a 45 RPM! It would just repeat and repeat. I would fall asleep on the floor in front of the stereo listening and waking to this song again! What a privilege to hear such this fantastic composition. Thank You Roberta!

[@jerellawson2426]

Same here!

[@KittyGrizGriz]

Roberta held “ us all “ in the palm of her hand, eh?? I’d sing along with her too, what a voice, just perfect. 😅

[@nancyarchibald9095]

Amazingly, she's playing the piano as part of her own accompaniment while she's singing!! This is not easy 😕. You'll usually do one thing fine and really botch the other..She sings beautifully with nuance and delicacy, while also playing the piano 🎹 😀 as she sings. Amazing to me... 😅

[@yougotmossed3592]

I just love Roberta Flack. This song is perfection.

[@chelseapoet3664]

Yep. The song is by Ewan MacColl

[@patearly9492]

One of the most beautiful and romantic songs ever made and done sweetly by Roberta Flack. God bless everyone

[@jane_7193]

God bless you, too, Pat.

[@quintenmantez6934]

Thx! You too! Stay safe!

[@marylynch7404]

Beautiful 💗

[@sarahsheridanmoerland8362]

I I'm going to cry, for anyone that has ever loved.

[@markbunce3405]

We are blessed and bless you 💛

[@dianasmith725]

One of the most beautiful songs ever sung. Roberta is wonderful.

[@davidmoore2325]

Hello dear

[@beatricewoods8377]

Singing about Jessie Jackson

[@glennsprigg2378]

@@beatricewoods8377 Sorry... not correct...

[@elizabethbowden1574]

@@beatricewoods8377no it wasn't. Where'd you get such an asinine thing?

[@beatricewoods8377]

@@elizabethbowden1574 I'm not stupid or foolish just my opinion Stevie wonder song AS is beautiful keep smiling that beautiful smile

[@SometimeAgo65]

Beautiful, Beautiful, Beautiful!! No one can sing this song like Roberta...actually no one can sing her songs as good as she does ❤️😊🌺🌺

[@chelseapoet3664]

This song is by Ewan MacColl though

[@jnetzah-vl2mk]

I agree with you!

[@CelesteandMayMay]

Sometimes there is a song in my head I have to hear. This life is so heavy and we need more Roberta Flack ❤ we need more real

[@lizlee5347]

This song breaks my heart I met my husband when I was 11 we was childhood sweethearts we got married and sadly I lost him last year just 58 years old I’m broken hearted and cry constantly for him x

[@isobar5857]

So sorry to hear of your loss...I hope your memories will sustain you through this difficult time...take care.

[@e.conboy4286]

Bless your heart, Liz. I grieve with you.

[@mikestyles499]

You have my sincerest sympathy. 58 is too young.

[@clydiemor]

I'm so sorry...i know your pain...

[@emmakirby343]

Hope your okay sweetheart xx

[@Carbivore67]

This is the best love song ever written. The love experience she's describing is so utterly profound; a spiritual union of two souls that attains a love 💕 unfathomable.

[@jp3923]

So beautifully articulated.

[@maureengillies9495]

He is

[@maureengillies9495]

I meant roberta she is wonderful

[@georgesands538]

lol

[@lilianflynn1876]

Thumps down!! who in their right mind will put thumps down ? obviously those who are soul less and never have been loved ...sad !!

[@accudave]

The first time ever I heard this song was when I was 9. I did not know who this lady (Roberta Flack) was or why she was so in love with my face. But I was mesmerized. It was the first time a song made me want to learn more about girls.

[@drakecrow9439]

I wish there was more music like this.

[@jessicagonzalez679]

I delivered my daughter with my own hands. This song always brings me to that sweet moment. One of the most amazing moments of my life.

[@angelaboyd7345]

Yes purest love

[@TrancetasticWilza]

❤

[@laineykat]

💗

[@brushfuller330]

God bless you.

[@determinedsj]

The strength and wondet of a mother. Thanks for sharing

[@ijordann]

I've watched so many covers of this from Celine to George Michael to Jennifer Hudson and no one comes close to the original. Especially during the verse where Roberta floats from high to mid to low to mid and back to high. Its SO effortless where other singers either struggle or avoid it altogether by switching the key. She's simply one of a kind.

[@andrewyates1819]

This is a cover..of Euan Mcolls song.

[@ijordann]

@@andrewyates1819 Thanks for the correction! I didn't know that.

[@malkytrance]

@@andrewyates1819 Indeed it is, and people should be aware of this, Robertas vocal performance though is the one, much love M

[@franciscozuniga6534]

I recomend you Mat Cradle version

[@Francine-Cichy]

I love this version and Peggy Seegers version. I grew up with Roberta’s version and then later found out that Ewan MColl wrote this FOR Peggy Seeger. Peggy’s version has an otherworldly quality for me while Roberta’s is soulfully smooth. This is just a great song all around ❤

[@thomasludwig9117]

The first time...ever I heard this song, I felt the earth move in my ears! So heavenly! Just as wonderful and magical as it was 50 years ago.

[@Allen-a-tor]

Wow, this reminds me of my big sister, Cathy. She graduated high school in ‘74, she died in ‘02. I sure do miss you big sis😢

[@lalebrennan-can5294]

Here in 2020! Just a stunning song ❤️

[@raycampos7597]

Well said, from a stunning woman!

[@Larye_Angoen]

me...me..me....

[@khaledalmaeena3413]

You are right

[@zildafran]

Ouço diariamente! Simplesmente amoo!

[@jimhadder8214]

I'm almost 60 and I listen to it almost every day!

[@SuperZadie]

Nobody sings this song better, fantastic.

[@miroslavloncar8857]

Yes,they tried ,no,no,nobody even close.

[@jorowe4744]

SuperSadie Luke Evans sings it beautiful

[@andyd3447]

Leona lewis did a good job.

[@icelsmith82]

Broery marantika 👍 is good..

[@officermurdoch4120]

But Luke Evans...

[@Mikee22ification]

i'm supposed to be working. I looked out the window and its raining, sky grey, tree with no leaves and a bird on a branch. I needed to hear something beautiful and so I put on this, it is love and beauty distilled into sound. Thank you Roberta and Ewan MacCol (songwriter) xx

[@gillianleyland198]

My beloved died 24January 2024 after almost sixty years of marriage, my one and only, loved beyond infinity, mine forever. Gill x

[@GeorgeLupascu-ur8fm]

I can’t get enough of this beautiful performance , Roberta playing piano and singing is mesmerizing , back to back Record of the Year Grammy ! Love you Roberta …

[@trwent]

Roberta Flack is one of the greatest musical prodigies ever to have lived on this earth. Her singing voice was beautiful and distinctive, her songwriting was impeccable, and her piano playing was just beautiful. She is now 87 (as of this post) and suffers from ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), and can no longer sing. But fortunately, her wonderful music will love on forever.

[@gd1523]

The most beautiful song ever written. Roberta Flack. made it shine with so much emotion

[@robertnaro8319]

I'm at a loss for words

[@ernestinespriggs6101]

For the 490 thumbs down. Sorry you have NEVER LOVED. THE BEST EXPRESSION OF LOVE EVER WRITTEN AND SUNG!👑🎁💌💬

[@jp3923]

g d you couldn't have said it any better.

[@anthonyhalifax1027]

@@ernestinespriggs6101 Some very souless people out there!

[@eckyhen]

I agree she has a beautiful voice but why did she have to muck about with the lyrics? Only a fool would think they could do better than MacColl.

[@Thornus_______]

This song shakes a person at the core of their being

[@georgesands538]

lol

[@007OceanMan]

Agree 100%

[@roslynjohnson6310]

You'll be pleasantly surprised to hear this sung by the GREGORIAN Chant Masters right here on KZbin. Superb!

[@Arli_H]

I had heard stories about the love of my life for days from his friends while HE was out of town. I was entranced by these stories and thought I can't wait to see this man who sounded like Bogart personified. When he finally came walking towards us, he lived up to my imagining and more. This song in 1972 gave me chills and still does. I hope he has had a good life wherever he is and I will always love the time we had together. It would not have lasted I know. But the passion was overwhelming. Thanks for the memories STP.

[@bobbinewkirk743]

This was my husband and my song…we were married for 26 years . My best friend died of a massive heart attack and every time I hear this song I tear up and go back in my mind of all the great love and memories I shared with him. It’s been 24 years and I love and miss my best friend my forever love, my husband and father of our 2 grown kids. First time ever I saw your face I knew we were meant for each other. God called you home way to early.

[@stevenly123]

How does this not have one billion views?

[@kath-phlox]

Post it, I did on Facebook, do it.Everyone, post this on Facebook.

[@johnlove5347]

She is so lovely, what a voice

[@teresa8650]

Was just gonna comment the same thing....beats me. Maybe cause there's so many youngsters online and they don't know what good music is.

[@oakleyducati1]

That’s unfortunately reserved to mediocre music by artists like Taylor Swift and Bieber, just to name two.

[@martinorozco1692]

Because most people and the youth prefer the shit music out there lol

[@victora.fernandezc.1401]

Probably the most beautiful love song ever. The way she sings it is mesmerizing.

[@AmethystDew]

THE most beautiful love song ever. ❤

[@patriciakouris3311]

I have loved this song since I first heard Roberta Flack sing it. Still makes me emotional after so many years.

[@franniebanani6532]

Im listening to it now 07/22 this song is endless. I first heard this 1972

[@antonboludo8886]

It is eternal.

[@antonboludo8886]

@@franniebanani6532 IKR

[@antonboludo8886]

It is an amzing song.

[@antonboludo8886]

It is eternal.

[@maryruthgunter4063]

I've heard several covers of this song lately and NOBODY can sing it like Roberta! God that was Beautiful!!

[@Rory-ct1zu]

Issac Hayes live in concert is probably the closest one to come to Roberta

[@lordkorner]

Written by Ewan McCall but transcended to heaven by Roberta flack

[@zivanajadresic8604]

May I recommend a male version by George Michael.Also touching and too beautiful.

[@micahwilliams1332]

I heard is sung by James Blake on Spotify, looked it up, and found this gem.

[@paymonbidari3513]

So true.

[@nancysiuyeehui178]

I love you Roberta your voice is so amazing no one can sing this song like you I am already 71 years old every night must listen this song repeat again and again ❤

[@johnreeves9528]

🥰 I hope you are going strong each time you hear this song 🎵

[@nancysiuyeehui178]

@@johnreeves9528 thank you so much 😊

[@johnreeves9528]

@@nancysiuyeehui178 hey dear where are you from my dear

[@suesmith261]

48 years passed and you still stand out among them all. Voice, raw presence, genuine feelings....no distractions just being!

[@user-ew3lb8zn6i]

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[@gsp631]

Beautiful comment :)

[@glendaburnam9521]

I lost my husband 21 years ago this was our song. It gives me much peace and so many beautiful memories. Thank you for this song.

[@bobvanderwest9358]

Best wishes to you.

[@annakker6015]

XXXXXXXXX

[@georgemgarcia1896]

Good Morning ☀️😃 Glenda. Thank You 🙏🏼 for sharing your story. I am very touched by your personal writing ✍🏼. I’m very Thankful to GOD that You Are at Peace 🕊🌿🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🌹❣️. May GOD Continue to Bless You with Peace 🕊🌿🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 all the days of your life, Amen.

[@shaynehamilton3406]

probably the most beautiful love long of all time.

[@alwebster6892]

Probably??????????

[@mikeegroxanne1]

Definitely

[@marylynch7404]

So beautiful 😍

[@Human4Peace]

Makes me cry every time. Can barely make it through the song. I think of my 1st love Larry. He was my cousins best friend so I always knew about him since I was little then one day when I was 16 I was at my cousins house in back yard. I looked up and he was leaning against the wall staring at me. Shazam. We dated 2 years but I went and ruined it😢 just didn't have myself together so I broke it off. I'm 57 now and think of him often and he still my cousins best friend 😢😢

[@captpicard100]

Possibly the single most beautiful song ever written. Sung by the incomparably excellent Ms Roberta Flack

[@brunab8867]

Roberta, you are the true winner. No one can compare to you. You are Unique and Original. Your voice is so Beautiful. I have heard this song since the 70's when i was a young girl growing up. Now I am 60 years old. I will never ever get tired of this song. Everlasting.

[@stevedisintegrationrules6892]

Truly an amazing female singer,filled with emtion

[@Jaydon05]

Bruna: Well said! I love her voice!

[@malcolmi]

YES.

[@janiceward2169]

Bruna b 60 years young and still has great taste....!!!

[@brunab8867]

Thank you so much dear.@@janiceward2169

[@ralcst-1977]

I have never wanted to hear anyone else sing this song, except for Roberta Flack!!! This is "her" song, and she "owns" it!! What a beautiful, beautiful voice!! I could listen to this song over and over again!!!🥰🥰❤❤👍👍🎵🎶

[@judyclark1906]

And please note, She is playing her own accompaniment on that piano. 😏💐🌹

[@user-fv4xf2qo5d]

Such a very beautiful song.Timeless. The one and only Roberta Flack.❤❤

[@osidius77]

I was born a few years after this was released, grew up a metal head, and am somewhat still to this day. But I know talent when I hear it, and this song and her voice literally bring a tear to my eye. Truly a magnificent work of art. 👏

[@marysalisbury9270]

I posted Anthrax and Public Enemy. I get your point.

[@jeromeciesinski]

I remember the first time I saw the face of the woman I married and loved her here on earth for 58 years before God called her home. I still see her face daily.

[@oscarcampos2432]

Roberta Flack’s voice and emotion takes these lyrics to another level. I’m so moved by her passion for the song!

[@anytylor5684]

Good day to you. how are you doing? May every step you make be filled with happiness, love, and peace. And nice to meet you too where do you stay if you don’t mind me asking

[@steveb7429]

This song is so proud and timeless, and it is sung with such beauty . Roberta Flack is a true artist

[@SueJones-xy8pq]

This song brings back the first time i saw my husband he walked into our local dance hall i fell in love with him at first sight + loved throughout our 42 yrs of marraige he passed away 13yrs ago he's still so much in my heart love him forever ❤❤❤

[@lavoxii]

The first time, ever i saw your face I thought the sun rose in your eyes And the moon and the stars Were the gifts you gave To the dark, and the empty skies My love To the dark, and the empty skies And the first time, ever i kissed your mouth I felt the earth move in my hands Like the trembling heart of a captive bird That was there, at my command That was there, at my command My love And the first time, ever I lay with you I felt your heart so close to mine And i knew our joy Would fill the earth And last, til the end of time My love And it would last, til the end of time My love The first time, ever I saw Your face Your face Your face Your face

[@maryharbour7991]

Thank you

[@roslynjohnson6310]

Roberta Flack announced in one of her concerts that she got the idea for the song from a mom looking at her newborn child for the first time. I believe that concert is on KZbin

[@sfbayareagirl]

So very sad to hear of Roberta Flack’s diagnosis of ALS (Lou Gherig’s Disease.) This song still makes me tear up. My heart goes out to Ms. Flack and her family and loved ones and I will always still listen. ❤😢

[@lioncvet21]

She's a fighter.

[@Jameslopez5682]

Hello gorgeous how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family

[@nightperuser]

Oh no - I never knew this diagnosis. So sad to hear this 😢

[@kaihotene6903]

I sang this to My Mum on her dying bed as she grippied my arm an wept, I broke down. Even to this day. Such an Awesome Song of True Love

[@cynthiaamrine]

This song brings heart ache to me, I met a man while I was married and this man had such a hold to my heart. Sadly he passed away after a long affair. We lived each other immensely but remained to stay with our spouses knowing we had broken a promise we made . I’m in my late 60’s now and not a day goes that I don’t think about him. I’m still married , 45 years now to my best friend , but my true love is in heaven looking down on me🥹🙏💔

[@Moronvideos1940]

This song always, forever always, reminds me of my wife who passed away unexpectedly twenty years ago. It was uncanny, I was in a restaurant and she was a waitress. And I heard, "Can I take your order?" I turned and to this day I cannot find the words to describe, when our eyes met, the instant love we both felt. For me, the whole world stood still for a long second and for her, she turned into a frozen statue. So I am shedding tears again......and all I can say, " I'll see you soon, Loredonna....I love you."

[@brianlipkin5196]

The most beautiful love song ever written and the greatest voice ever heard, a musical monument.

[@haveagreatday2823]

No one sings this song like Roberta - I was amazed when I heard it in 1972, and it still amazes me.

[@marylynch7404]

Absolutely breathtaking! Especially when you lose your partner💔 it hits home!

[@StarzzyJJASD]

Shes not the original singer songwriter of this beautiful song

[@donaldsinclair9171]

@@StarzzyJJASD who did the original

[@StarzzyJJASD]

@@donaldsinclair9171 a scottish folk singer

[@terryjonus4126]

Only her

[@orionsbelt3332]

i was 7 years old when she made this video... It is still one of the most beautiful songs Ive ever heard.... And it still gives me chills...

[@loridillman3714]

So beautiful no one can touch this song but Roberta. Still gives me chills I dedicate this song to my late husband randy ❤️

[@TheAxeman33]

Roberta has turned a beautiful song into something so spiritual .. One of the most beautiful love songs ever written .. Thank you Ewan ...

[@vcambridge-ph.d8030]

I agree. A song that is beautiful poetry set in beautiful melody. What a song should be

[@alonzomosley7]

Ewan amazingly hated this version ! He loved his wife's version I thought Robertas was sublime

[@pinksapphire.2262]

Jan Fialkowski do you know who wrote that song did she write it?

[@TheAxeman33]

@@pinksapphire.2262 ~ Hello Lori, thiss song was written and composed by Kirssty McColl's father, Ewan McColl ..

[@ellasunkar8981]

Wow...i m in love with someone long time ago...this song just described how i felt...stiil...already 40 years ago....still loved him...still brings tears to my eyes....but sadly we parted with deep brokenheart...still miss him

[@pablocruiser209]

I'm a rocker, but I can honestly say this is hands down one of the best ever.

[@madbstard1]

Rocker here too. First time I've heard that song in years and there's tears streaming down my face.

[@dotishboy]

Pablocruiser Probably the second greatest love song ever sung....The Beatles love song “Something” tops the list of greatest love songs

[@pablocruiser209]

@@dotishboy Definitely top five.

[@louisegogel7973]

@@dotishboy Here is the original as written by Ewan Macoll and sung by the woman he wrote it for, Peggy Seeger. I love it... a true folk song. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIGboouko9NnqsU&feature=share Many covered this song! It is a special universally understood song that is loved by so many, sung uniquely beautifully by many, and brings out the best in both singers and listeners.

[@lilpoohbear653]

piece of musical art ...her piano playing + crystalline voice= PERFECTION....oh my gosh, stunning

[@davidstokes925]

The most beautiful and amazing love song ever written and performed!

[@CJD666]

Pure and beautiful! Gives me goosebumps every time I hear it.

[@bryansmith4073]

When Roberta sings a love song the world is a better place , thanks Roberta .

[@timmybegley6789]

I totally Agree.

[@ajrocks12x]

No one does it like this. This has to be one of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@erma471]

Truly one of the most beautiful love songs ever sung. It is a blessing to be able to feel this way about someone and the feeling is mutual. A gift!

[@toonbear8129]

I sing this every date to my late wife of 55 years plus who died 9 months 3weeks 4 days ago. My one and only girlfriend and love

[@Jaydon05]

One of the most beautifull songs ever made! Thanks Roberta!

[@colmokelly9995]

This is the best version...remarkable voice

[@Jaydon05]

@@colmokelly9995 I agree! Every time I hear her version I stop what i am doing and just listening to her!

[@StarzzyJJASD]

Roberta isnt the original singer

[@henriettaleyba7166]

My favorite song of all time. Reminds me of my ex.

[@louisegogel7973]

@@StarzzyJJASD True... Here is the original as written by Ewan Macoll and sung by the woman he wrote it for, Peggy Seeger. I love it... a true folk song. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIGboouko9NnqsU&feature=share

[@MrsLynB]

Mine & my husbands song. Played at our wedding. 11th March 1989. Played at his funeral 29th November 2012. Makes me cry every time I hear it. Tears of joy. And tears of heartache x

[@ksaleski]

God bless...

[@user-wi4zd7kt7s]

After41 years of being together as teenage sweethearts, I married my late wife on her death bed to the accompaniment of this beautiful song. It was Friday 13th February; 13 hours later she died in the earlier hours of the next day -Valentines Day. I play this song and cry.

[@myrtamayor5184]

Everytime I hear this song I cry😢 I get emotional,..,Thank You Ms Roberta Flack you have an amazing angelic voice.

[@4ljc433]

Love is not what happens between two sheets but what happens between two hearts.

[@georgestyer2153]

Yes

[@claudetteolivier1271]

🙏 Amen and Amen.

[@georgemgarcia1896]

Good Morning ☀️😃! You’re absolutely correct…..🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊🌿💜💔❤️‍🩹😟

[@cosmokitty1004]

WELL SAID HAVE A GREAT DAY

[@crystalharris-thomas1939]

Amen to that!

[@Hickory-ez8gv]

The greats of Roberta Flack, Dionne Warwick, Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Gladys Knight, and Aretha Franklin, they don't make em like this anymore and plus the music industry doesn't give them the credit of being acknowledged at Music awards for being the pioneers who paved the way. A beautiful song for ballards they don't write like anymore

[@johnniethepom2905]

You missed out Shirley Bassey !

[@kathyborthwick6738]

Etta James 💖

[@johnmelmer8606]

tramaine hawkins dusty springfield whitney houston

[@fdownes1]

A very special song for my wife and me. We married in November 1972, and she wanted to do something special for my birthday - one week later. She learned this song on her guitar and played and sang it on my birthday. Best present ever. 50 years later and it still brings tears to my eyes. We saw Roberta in Bangkok in the early 90's and her singing this song will always be so memorable. It doesn't get any better!

[@johnbarron2269]

ROBERTA FLACK SHOULD BE IN THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME. SHE WAS INSANELY UNDERRATED.-She made songs that NO ONE could sound like/imitate/duplicate/replicate, or copy. She was an extrememely good music teacher of inner-city students in Washington, D.C. Her piano skills were top-notch. She was also INSTRUMENTAL in the upcoming, and rising of, Peabo Bryson, Donny Hathaway, and Luther Vandross.-Believe it or not, we may have NEVER HEARD OF THOSE THREE MEN, HAD IT NOT BEEN FOR ROBERTA FLACK.-Period

[@marywatson3940]

I saw her sing in the 70s in a little place called Mr. Henry's in DC. She cast a spell that captivated. Lots of people smoked then and they were listening so engrossed that the ashes would literally burn down to their fingers. She was so powerful, quietly powerful, it hit that deep place inside, where you are completely captivated. She sang reality deeper than everyday life, and it always hit home.

[@jamesmontana2665]

Hello friend, how are you doing today??

[@fredhonest7258]

Hello Mary..

[@jdc3636]

She was from DC, right?

[@cleigh8753]

She was the first concert of my life. The Paramount theater 1975, I was 18yrs old. When she sang this song, you could hear a pin drop.

[@lindanorris2455]

yeah..

[@josephdsilva5557]

The most touching and beautiful rendition ever.

[@stevegilbert5484]

The greatest love song ever - sung by the greatest singer.

[@diegoperezperea128]

One of the most beautiful songs ever...

[@StarzzyJJASD]

Yes thanks to a singer from the uk 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@joannvivo5875]

Facebook gy

[@elainereid1386]

Who is listening in 2019 Wow they don't make them like this no more x

[@elainemcdonald1463]

Elaine Reid have you heard Luke Evans sing this yet, beautiful also🇮🇪😊

[@grahampaice5696]

you are so right-she brings back memories of nostalgia -have a listen to Sandy Denny

[@fatimah1152]

me

[@franktoney2444]

Elaine Reid still resonates with me The very time I saw her face

[@johnlove5347]

Hauntingly beautiful music,