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Originally in my channel (65Reasons) on August 22, 2008.
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Song: Killing Me Softly with His Song
Singer: Lori Lieberman
Album: Lori Lieberman (released 1972)
Composer: Charles Fox
Lyrics: Norman Gimbel
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♫ Killing Me Softly
I heard he sang a good song
I heard he had a style
And so I came to see him
to listen for a while
And there he was this young boy
A stranger to my eyes
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
I felt all flushed with fever
Embarrassed by the crowd
I felt he found my letters
And read each one out loud
I prayed that he would finish
But he just kept right on
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
(guitar adlib)
He sang as if he knew me
In all my dark despair
And then he looked right through me
As if I wasn't there
But he was there this stranger
Singing clear and strong
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song....
(then the final lonely finale orchestral plays on....)
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The lyrics of this song was based on a poem that Lori Lieberman wrote.
I first heard this song being played in a music store in Ginza in Tokyo in early February 1973.
The more popular Roberta Flack's cover of this song was released at least year after this 1972 Lori Lieberman original.
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From Wikipedia:
Lori Lieberman is an American singer. She was born in California and grew up in Switzerland, and signed a deal with Capitol Records in the early 1970s. Her self-titled debut album featured the tune "Killing Me Softly with His Song", said to have been written after seeing Don McLean in concert.
The tune was reworked by Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel, and would go on to be a chart-topping single for Roberta Flack a few years later. Lieberman released several albums on Capitol in the 1970s and also provided music for the Schoolhouse Rocks TV show in the late '70s and early '80s. In the 1980s Lieberman receded from the industry and had three children; in the mid-1990s she began recording again for independent labels."
You may visit her official website:
www.lorilieberman.com
Lori Lieberman has a very lovely voice. She is an artist, who has contributed several beautiful music to the world.
This is THE version that I first heard in Tokyo in February 1973.
Just listening to the intro and the first minute of the song just blew me away!
I also like the Roberta Flack cover but this Lori Lieberman song is THE one that got me first.
This song has also been updated for the current decade of listeners by the Fugees (Lauryn Hill).
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To all Lori Lieberman fans and to all who enjoy great music rendition:
Enjoy!
65Seasons
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I really am so sad that people have forgotten that this was the first version of killing me softly. So many have redone this song, but Lori literally wrote it and people forget that. This is my favorite version because it is such a calming and relaxing melody, and when she sings, I feel the passion in each and every word. This will always be my favorite.
Ryder Moran so this is her song? Ive heard other versions but Im trying to find the original
Lina Rose Yes! This is the original! She actually wrote this song about Don McLean.🙂
Indeed she was the first original, but she didn’t wrote the song, Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel wrote it.
DFS57 Thanks for the info.
DFS57 if you watch the video Lori Lieberman comes to terms with killing me softly she says she wrote it there about don mclean
To win a Grammy for the song and no recognition for the original song writer and performer. . .sad🤷🏼♀️
She is the original. Finally found it
Alberta Nastiti A forensic files
And the worst 😂
I'm confused
Many made cover of this song
@@friendlycreature6375 yes at least put the original name
Of course a childish emoji follows an immature comment. The fugees is melodic and funky, but this is spiritually soothing and crystal clear.
I never heard this version until today. It is absolutely beautiful.
Yes!
I NEVER KNEW THIS OR HEARD THIS UNTIL RIGHT NOW. ONLY DUE TO SOMEONE THAT JUST SHARED ON INSTAGRAM ❤️ I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED THIS SONG SINCE THE FIRST TIME I HEARD ROBERT FLACK IN 1973.
I don't know why so many people are upset that other people prefer other versions. Why not be happy that this women created a song that inspired millions of people, and it's still relevant today.
She was by no means the sole creator. An important contributor to the lyrics, she did not write the music. Norman Gimbel was the other lyricist and Charles Fox wrote the music.
Cultural appropriation in a new light... This beautiful version (Original) gets "cancelled" because people prefer other versions. Honestly, the hypocrisy...
@@rammelcol that’s not what getting cancelled is
Tru Dat
it is just sad that mostly forgot or even don't know about her.
So sad she doesn't get her credit. This is BEAUTIFUL!❤
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@@wellhi4245 There is a video circulating of Roberta Flack, an R&B artist who recorded a version of this classic in the 70s, telling the story of how she heard Lieberman's record and being giving her credit in a televised interview.
I’m sure she got credit and paid for other people using it
This is a fake version of the story, Gimbel never recognized her role and I believe him.
Although I love Roberta Flacks version, who wouldn't? never even heard of Lori Lieberman! but it is always so much better to hear a song by the original singer, especially if they actually wrote it! the meaning is deeper, not to mention her voice is so beautiful,
i found this version today and my god, i am in love with it.
@alanah brady - Not sure how old you are, and if you remember School House Rock? They were animated musical short films made for kids in the 1970’s. Lori Lieberman sang Lovely Lady Liberty from one of those educational films. I think her voice is beautiful and has a Joni Mitchell type quality.
@@finster1968 I'm old enough to remember the '70's alright, can't recall school house rock though, was it an American thing? Irish Cailin here, haha, but, yes she has a really beautiful voice, no doubt about that, and obviously a great song writer too,
I was today years old when I realized that this was the original version. Very good writing. Beautiful song.
same
She was singing about Don Maclean.
I did not know there was an origin to it except for Roberta Flack. This is beautiful and the world should acknowledge Lori.
She wrote this song after hearing Don McLean play "Empty Chairs" so for those who just found out about this version....Now you know the inspiration 🤙🏾
This is a fake version of the story, Gimbel never recognized it and I believe him.
@@Brandespada Lori wrote this after seeing a Don McLean concert in 1971.
@@pjmurphy920 The lyricist says it's a fake story.
I always loved this song ,, by Roberta.. but now i have heard this version by Lori, i love this one more ....
I loved this song after hearing it sung by this lovely woman in the 70's. No offense to anyone else who has covered it since...but THIS IS and will always be 'Killing me softly' to me. What a beautiful voice.
Fritz eroni so is this the original
siramay the showgun dragon network yes
This is the best rendition of the song, by lorie lieberman..
She write it after being in a Don McLean concert and Empty Chairs touched her. The song mentioned here is that song. She recorded it first and Roberta Skunk grabbed it.
This is the original version,by Lorie liebermann.i, first heard it in 1973..i, do'nt know but i fell in love with this song...it became my favorite song...even up to now...there is something in the song...that i love..hearing it again brings me back in the past...
Best version, of course it's the original, so glad I discovered this! This should be in the Hall of Fame.!!!
I almost feel like a traitor saying this but, I 'love' this version. It seems to sound more sincere and honest in the feelings behind the words. I wish she had continued with her singing career. It would have been nice to see how far she could have gone.
Unfortunately, the people she worked with on this song were the very ones who did her in.. 🙄
Yes this version is like heart felt and warm!
I think this is the first recorded version. Some might say it's the original one..I don't know.
@@jokerjolly5873 It is the original ,first recorded version . She wrote it.
Lori recorded this FIRST!, She teamed with a writer who turned her idea into this.I have little doubt Lori being a blue eyed blonde killed her chances when competing with a black woman in the post civil rights era,Say what you will.
Wow I was today years old when I found out this is the original version of this song. Mind blown! This version is very beautiful. I dig it!
wow ,never heard this version before, yes top notch, like an angel singing.
this is pre Roberta Flack
Original BTW
Bro that coment is 13 years ago
I heard he sang a good song
I heard he had a style
And so I came to see him
And listen for a while
And there he was this young boy
A stranger to my eyes
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
I felt all flushed with fever
Embarrassed by the crowd
I felt he found my letters and read each one out loud
I prayed that he would finish
But he just kept right on
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
He sang as if he knew me
In all my dark despair
And then he looked right through me
As if I wasn't there
And he just kept on singing
Singing clear and strong
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
[Outro]
She was actually the first one to sing this song. Roberta Flack did a rendition and it became a hit.
And Perry Como did a version, and TH-cam tells you that it's Frank Sinatra instead, and on and on...
personally i prefer roberta’s version. but this is nonetheless a beautiful piece
@@lukeluvendrn4430 I prefer the original. It is very calming and sentimental
@@lethayle3388 It is. But i guess different people have different preferences. Have a great day tho!!!
@@lukeluvendrn4430 that is true. You too mate.
First time hearing the original. It’s very beautiful.
So happy this original version is available and gives a living artist some overdue recognition. I still believe the soulful and stark version sung flawlessly by Roberta Flack is one of the best examples of 70s simplicity with minimalist production...it is a masterclass in song production. Thanks Lori for this beautiful and timeless concept that will outlive us all.
I'm ashamed to say I had never heard of this version and didn't know it was the original. It is absolutely AMAZING!!!
Lori's voice is BEAUTIFUL...wish I had heard this version years ago...this is fantastic
This song is absolutely beautiful, the original one and the best version, even though a lot of artists have recorded it, this is my favorite, her voice is beautiful
Wow.. So this is the original.. It's honestly more calming than the other version
Great live version 😎
th-cam.com/video/e15EoYeo9ms/w-d-xo.html
Originally, it was sung by Lori Lieberman.
I so wish she would get the credit she deserves for this original collaboration
Roberta sings this song great, and so does Perry, but this song belongs to Lori. This to me is the most beautiful song in the world, and the most beautiful version of it. In my opinion, Lori sings this song the best. This is such a gorgeous, nostalgic song to me, and always will be. You’re my favorite Lori! ❤️
Agreed.
Lori sung about her own feelings. You can't be more honest than that. Roberta interpreted Lori's feelings. It's always second hand. But I think it's good that people keep singing the songs of yesterday.
The song actually doesn't belong to her cos she didn't compose it. A lot of commenters seem to think that 'cos this version was recorded first that Lori wrote the song herself. The truth is the song was composed by a professional songwriter called Charles Fox along with a lyricist Norman Gimbel... Lori did collaborate by adding some lyrics (something most pop artists do when given a pre-written song) but the romantic idea that this piece of music is purely her heart being spilled in the form of song is a myth. It's a great song but you are giving Lori too much credit for the intellectual property.
AGREE WITH YOU, 100.percent
Sublime
Beautiful girl
Who wrote an iconic song and sings it superbly.
Acknowledged by Roberta Flack and supported in her travail by Mr Don McClean about whom the song was written.
A delight
Beautiful, beyond compare!
Always speak her name speak with respect so people don't forget she was the best
I love this original version of the song. The simple acoustics and that beautiful voice! I think it's as good as Roberta Flack's version, which is excellent. Lori's voice reminds me at times of a young Anne Murray especially her lower register. Very well done.
Anne Murray actually DID a version with the same arrangement as this!
She also reminds me of Jennifer Warnes.
That was my instant thought - she sounded similar to Anne Murray.
I def agree with the Ann Murray comparison.
This is so soothing!! My favorite version of this song,Bravo Ms Lieberman 😢❤👏👏
This is the original...the best.
This is my favorite. Wonderful, wonderful voice.
This is the ORIGINAL VERSION BY THE ORIGINAL COMPOSER AND WRITER .
Let us give CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE !!!
@@emilereynaud4255 SO YOU ARE THE WISEST ONE !!!
YOU EVEN ADMITTED THAT LORI LIEBERMAN COLLABORATED WITH THE SONG .
I WAS NOT TAKING AWAY CREDITS FROM THE OTHER GUYS .
YOU MISINTERPRETED ME , WISE ONE !!!
LOL
@@amadobustamante5237 but you said she composed it which she didn't, Charles Fox did! (Lori just wrote some of the lyrics along with Norman Gimbel) Let us give CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE !!!
Well, in a way, it is. She say Don Mclean in concert and wrote a poem called "Killing Me Softly With His Blues".
She presented it to Norman Gimbel and Charles Fox, who made only minor changes in the words, changing "Blues" to "Song". So really, instead of Gimbel and Fox, the songwriting credits, should read Gimbel/Fox/Lieberman in my book.
Chris Mulwee Gimbel/Lieberman, in my book. What did Fox contribute? All he did was use her body, and steal her lyrics.
It was Gimbel that used her, not Fox.
@@nstix2009xitsn Fox wrote the music.
Gimbel "wrote" the lyrics inspired by Lori Lieberman's poem and story about her deeply emotional impression about her attending a Don McLean concert. But he "forgot" to credit her for her contribution ...
This original verson has much more feeling. As much as I like Roberta Flacks technically flawless rendition this is so much nicer, voice of an angel. Why isn't this played on the radio?
it's true,this lady's poetry was the original idea for the writing of this song but she was not given her true credit..anyway don mcclean and roberta flack recognized her
I love that there are different versions- if u wanna dance and bop a little then listen to Lauren's if you want the relaxed mood chillout then listen to Lori's, if you want a bit of soulful mix then Flack is what you play!....love the buffet that caters to all our needs.
I heard this song in my senior year of high school 1972/73. It was a school nite and I had my headphones on at 3:00 a.m. as I had taken some acid earlier in the evening. This came on WNEW-FM in NYC and I just stopped and then poured out my eyes as to how beautiful of a song it was...her voice, the arrangement and of course the strings. I could not stop sobbing (I am sure there was another factor for that). The next day after school I went to my local record store and purchased the LP. It had the same effect on me even afterwards. For whatever reason, this version holds a special place in my heart.
her voice is like a calm river flowwing in the night
with a full moon in the sky
thank you for posting this
Nice simile that captures the mood of Lori's version. Thank you.
@@leonardmartinez6233 man 11 years later
@@kaito121 Man a year later
Thanks for preserving this song. I only a few moments ago found out this was the original. The story of how this version is nearly entirely forgotten and how Lori was seemingly ostracized from the work by her writing partners REALLY FRICKEN SUCKS.
Hauntingly beautiful.. I was born in 64 my mother had great taste in classic rock , blues and classical 🎶🎵🎶
So blessed to know the original, the Frank, the Fugees, omg. Such a legendary song. What a beautiful woman.
This song came about by Lori Lieberman listening to Don McLean.
A beautiful song most beautifully sung. Thank you, Lori.
Actually, she was handed the completed song and she said it reminded her of a Don McLean concert.
@@JamesLachowsky no lmao... she wrote the poem... fox and Gimbler turned it into the actual song, but without the poem they would have had NOTHING. she´s the one that make this masterpiece possible
@@JamesLachowsky No, she showed Fox & Gimbel her poem about her deeply emotional experience while attending a Don McLean concert - with a title that was close to the final title of the song.
I wore this album out when I was a love sick college girl. It still makes me nostalgic for that age and that boy.
haha- did some guy play a song on the guitar that won your heart over?
This Song is killing me softly!
I will love this Song forever
How have I never heard this version when I’ve loved this song and searched it so many times over the years. Smh youtube and spotify suggestions
so I have been trying to remember this vocalist from back in the 70's I heard her perform at a theater in Hollywood and always thought she would end up famous, then never heard much more about her. too bad, great talent
Nothing beats the original.
This is my favorite rendition of this great tune.
Lori Lieberman version is the best for me,i love the way she sang it ❤
One of my favourite songs ever. Iam 52yrs
I heard this version of this song once in the mid-1970s and was never able to find it again until now. Thank you!
I like her voice, so mellow and yet expressive. I wish she had been given credit for some of the lyrics at least because it was her poem about Don McLean that the song was based on.
I actually had Perry Como album that it was on and shoot he sang it so perfectly. She sings it well and if she wrote it, congrats. It's genius lyrics kept me listening and Perry's soft voice. Gets right inside a person. Thx Lori!
This version has the most feeling and soul because it’s her song, her feelings and it’s just pouring out of her
OMG.I never knew.She is wonderful.!!
she should have been more famous by this song. she sing so well.I love both this version and roberta s.
I don't if you feel the same but when the video included the old moment, still young, healthy and now we know some of them passed away, its hurt especially like this kind of beautiful song, feel so calm sadness and all the memories just punch our face. Just beautiful. Thank for ur song
i wonder if Sangwoo was listening to the original or one of the covers !
I remember seeing an interview with her and I felt her rendition was quite lovely . I also recall how warm she seemed and there was no bitterness at all that Roberta Flack made this a hit despite the fact that Lieberman was the basis of the song.
@@averyday4377 I wondered why Roberta flack the person you love ,loved Lori Lieberman version,which is hated by "like you"_
Let's not forget the person behind the song,you can feel it if u r really into it
Bitter?
Songwriters make a ton of money when someone has a giant hit on their composition.
As long as she still owned it at the time.
AJ, she didn’t receive any songwriting credit.
@@williamjones4266 What? All songwriters get royalties.
I think this is the best version!
All the versions are great, no need to bash if you like one over the other. They all add artistry to their work. With that Laura Lieberman is the true poet who created these magical words!
I like the accompaniment. I had never heard this version until now.
Just discovered that this is the original version. And I say..this is by far the best version.
The original version is the best! ⚘💖
Wow just found out this is Lori's. Song...Roberta Flack I thought...until my son told me Lori Lieberman's the original Singer and I believe....Lori your awesome!!!!
Yes, Roberta flacks cover got a lot more famous
Quelle sublime voix et quelle chanson reprise par tant de personnes Frank Sinatra , Roberta Flack etc... , et dernièrement les fugees ,c'est tout simplement merveilleux et relaxant...
This is my first hearing of Lori L. What a beautiful poem from the soul. I think it could benefit from some emotional progression, but comparing the two versions, even with the instrumental sophistication of the Flack rendition, I find this one more real, believable, and satisfying. Very well done.
Truly a beautiful song. Glad to hear the original. Lovely voice.
All along Roberta flack was the one who wrote only to discover it was Lori. The original version is sweet ❤❤❤❤
I love it ! So deep and beautiful ! The first and best version .
Inspiration for the lyrics to this poem came from Lori being at a Don Mclean(American Pie) concert. She wrote the words on a napkin as she felt Don was singing to her about her life as she was having an affair with Norman Gimbel who she was working with along with Charles Fox who was a music composer. Even though Gimbel & Fox have taken credit for this song the credit goes to Lori. Another case of human males taking advantage of a much younger female not only sexually but musically.
finally! this was the one i'm looking forr!
Who remembers School House Rock? They were animated musical short films made for kids in the 1970’s. Lori Lieberman sang Lovely Lady Liberty from one of those educational films. I think her voice is beautiful and has a Joni Mitchell type quality.
Killing Me Softly with His Song" is a song composed by Charles Fox with lyrics by Norman Gimbel. The lyrics were written in collaboration with Lori Lieberman,
after she was inspired by a Don McLean performance in late 1971. Denied writing credit by Fox and Gimbel, Lieberman released her version of the song in 1972, but it did not chart. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯FACTS!!
Simple y sencillamente Genial ... Perfecta ! For those who doesn't speak Spanish ! Simple and Perfect ! + beautiful !
Never knew she wrote and sang this song. Love all three versions, including Roberta's and Lauryn's versions.
This is the best version for me, so soft, relaxing voice and music
I am happy to be here... I love the original always above the versions. Very beautiful, Lori.
Lori is my favorite artist for this song. I heard her on the radio.
I agree totally and it's also my favourite version. Everytime I listen to Lori sing her song. It evokes precious memories of my life. 😅
Nice to hear that I am not the only one touched by Don's songs. His albums are full of great tracks.
Just learned today the story of this song, and this is the first time I heard Lori's original. I still like the Roberta Flack version, because that's the one I heard first, but this is a pretty damn fine version too.
Big respect to Ms Lieberman.
And, that's Lori herself playing the guitar!
I think Lori said in a written interview, that she was 19 years old when she recorded this song, making her aprrox. 57 now.
Chris Mulwee 68 now not sure you still remember ur pass xD
@@primexd3838 Look at how old that comment is. It's over a decade old.
the guitarist was NOT Lori, it was Dennis Budimir. (More uninformed unemployed people with too much time on their hands.) And Lori has never said she wrote this sing in any interview ever. Others say to her "But you wrote this" and she smiles and says "I'm just happy to be a part of a great song". If you look on the back of the album (which I just found on the web) it says "all songs composed by fox/gimbel except "My lover do you know" written and published by Lori Lieberman. For all they knew, in 1971/2 when making the album, Roberta Flack a year later might have discovered that song and turned that into a hit. And Fox/Gimbel would have been happy for her if it did turn out that way.
Didn't Lori have other songs that could also have made her famous? The only reason anyone even mentions her version is that it became so popular with another artist (as happened all the time back then). She could easily have risen to whatever heights she feels were wrested from her with any her other music.
Yes indeed, she has many beautiful songs, for instance A Day Our Love Has Put Together. But for some reason it didn't make her famous.
Although Roberta the cover queen receives the credit and recognition for Killing Me Softly the real music lover knows the truth.
I did not know until today that this song was written and performed by Lori Lieberman. I listened to and loved it back in the day by Roberta Flack. This is beautiful..how sad she has not received the recognition she deserves. Thank you Lori
Beautiful voice and arrangement. Hard to believe this version did not chart when released.
Written by a legend inspired by a more known legend, Don McLean when he performed “Empty chairs” at the Troubadour
I wonder why this wasn't as big of hit for her as it was for Roberta Flack. Her rendition was just as beautiful and very similar. I didn't even know that Lori was the original artist. She should have gotten more recognition for this than she did.
Never knew it was about Don McLean either.
I love this version so much. I also love Roberta flack's version and see no reason to have to decide which is best. Each brings a quality of its own.
In any case, the music was written by Charles Fox and the lyrics were written by Norman Gimbell in collaboration with Lori who was inspired by a concert by Don McLean.
Fox and Gimbell didn't give Lieberman writing credits so she decided to record it. Because she recorded it Roberta Flack heard it and then recorded it herself. Because Roberta Flack recorded it we all now know it. Like so much great music it's a flow of different artists. Enjoy it all.
Indeed!
初めて聞いたのは幼い頃NESCAFEのcmでした！
とても素敵な曲で心の琴線に触れます♪
この バージョンの伴奏は特に気にいっています！(*^^*)
I think this is by far the best version.Although i love this song and as a musician and singer have sung it many times,when i discovered the original i cried...!!!
Wow. This painfully beautiful.
10 juillet 2021,
Merveilleuse voix,
Tout est limpide,
SO lovely.
Merci 💙💖💜💚Jmp
Took a while to track down the original song. Lori Lieberman deserves the real credit for the huge sucsess of this song.
Ryder Moran you are absolutely correct this is beautiful too. She should be very rich!!!
Lori's voice sent me straight to heaven when I first heard this beautiful song. Her gentle heavenly voice with perfect vibrato made me cry, even now, some fifty years later. Sung with such fervor and heart, it will never be duplicated in that sense. I bought her LP at the time but it has since gotten lost in my record collection. I trust it's available in CD format. Wish she continues to sing beautiful songs like "Killing Me Softly". She has no equal.
i really appreciate this original.
She is FANTASTIC. Go, Lori, go! Man, could they sing back when we were young!