Dear Suzanne, I just played your music for my 21 year-old daughter Kira. She thanked me. ;) I heard your first album in 1985 and played the tape in my car until the ink wore off. In high school poetry class I had to write about a poet. I chose you, and called you a street poet. My teacher and I argued about whether or not your music was poetry. I got an A, haha! Your finger-picking and voice mesmerize and the lyrical tapestries you weave have affected my life in meaningful ways and I am grateful. Love & blessings!
Those of us who found her early on are the better for it. I hope she sees your beautiful note! I haven’t heard this song in years and here I am sitting in a Panera of all places, eyes welled up at reading your comment. And I owe you thanks because I truly needed to see these words. It’s been a hard run. Many blessings and much love to you, brave soul. 💕
Suzanne Vega's music had such a profound influence on me in college. A friend and colleague introduced her music to me and I was mesmerized. I wrote poetry back then, and listening to her lyrics just opened up my mind to new ways to compose the perfect, nuanced turn of a phrase. I'm still in awe of the way she weaves her words and music. Even now, listening to anything she's done brings back a flood of fond memories and new inspiration.
Wow Donna! Probably the most profound comment I have ever read on TH-cam! I used to be able to put whole songs together and it is a magical feeling to do that! It doesn't have to be great, but it's your soul signature that slowly emerges and ultimately enhances it! Message to you - You must always remember you're magical too as all women are. I say that as a man. And you must keep on with your music! My best wishes to you.
It's been a year now since your comment was posted and at this point in time I would like to take my proverbial hat off to your English teacher for giving you an A! Back in school, all my teachers and textbooks classified songs and songwriting as a type of poetry. And some even suggested poetry to be songwriting to a different but similar sort of music, that of thoughts and language. Both are, my belief still stands are the freest expressions of the soul. My daughter is also an old soul and she digs music like this. May the ripples continue to go forth. Blessings!
I was the production manager on this video production. Lovely experience making this one with a truly gifted singer. Still gorgeous to watch and of course to listen to...
Amazing song and video. I am thinking to do a remake of this for a Japanese artist that covered this song. Would be cool if I can chat with you before I do that. Let me know how to contact you!
This song reminds me of sitting in a cafe so early in the morning the sun hasn’t risen during autumn or winter sipping a cup of coffee with no sugar or crème while smooth jazz plays, (addition If your a big city detective in the 40’s)
She is stunningly gorgeous, soooo talented and profound and soulful, and the music video is incredible!! The Valentino clip, the compositions, the colors, the lighting!
I thought that this song was equal to "Solitude Standing" as Suzanne's best song. But the cinematography clinches it. The camera angles, props, costumes, old film extracts, and above all, the color compositions are fantastic.
It won't do To dream of caramel, To think of cinnamon And long for you. It won't do To stir a deep desire, To fan a hidden fire That can never burn true. I know your name, I know your skin, I know the way These things begin; But I don't know How I would live with myself, What I'd forgive of myself If you don't go. So goodbye, Sweet appetite, No single bite Could satisfy... I know your name, I know your skin, I know the way These things begin; But I don't know What I would give of myself, How I would live with myself If you don't go. It won't do To dream of caramel, To think of cinnamon And long For you. Paroliers : Suzanne Vega
I discovered this classic, when watching the trailer for the film Closer with Natalie Portman and Clive Owen. Just a Great piece of music and sentiment for ultimately Unrequited Love ❤.
Damn I remember hearing this song for the first in a comedy called "The truth about cats and dogs". I thought wow this is pure sensuality. Loved it every since.
As we all know, caramel is a soft candy made with sugar and butter or cream. In this piece titled “Caramel” (1996), a woman soothes herself with food because she misses her lover. Suzanne Nadine Vega wrote this in the style of classic old tunes like “The Girl From Ipanems” (1963). Said Vega, “It’s a song about longing for something and wishing for something you know you really shouldn’t have. Caramel is the METAPHOR for the thing you long for, but you shouldn’t really touch.” ❤️🩹🎶❤️🩹
I worked at the casino in nova Scotia and I believe I heard her cover the immigrant song. It changed my life! It's been years and I still hear it in my head all the time. I wish I knew if it was Madame Vega...
Suzanne Vega is one of these rare women who manages to be very feminine, sensual and seductive without showing off more skin than is necessary. That's why I've been a huge fan since I was little.
Now, way back on Tuesday, September 20, 2014, I was listening to 'The Best of Suzanne Vega' in my new Audi sedan with the incredible, Bang & Olufsen 'Surround' sound system, while on my bucolic drive from the West Village in New York, all the way up to a magical kingdom in northern Westchester called Caramoor, located in Bedford, New York (the childhood home of Lincoln Center's artistic director, Andre Bishop, and personal friend of the late, great Wendy Wasserstein). No sooner do I arrive for a formal tour of the Caramoor Estate, followed by a formal tea at 2:00 p.m. inside of this historic, Spanish style facade, do I spot the lovely and enchanting Ms. Suzanne Vega sitting in the fallow with her guitar, and being professionally photographed by a crew for her new, upcoming CD cover that was not named, to date. How gracious of her then, to take a few moments to chat with me, after having told her that I had successfully memorized ALL of the lyrics to every song that she wrote and performed―initially because it prevented me from hurling expletives whilst stuck in grinding traffic. The song's of Ms. Vega became a soothing therapy, and then I started to examine the beautifully lyrical and poetic words created by this talented song stylist, and I became an instant admirer of her very important work. However, she seemed a little suspicious of me, and maybe a little wary, despite that I was dressed like a proper gentleman (I had just finished a ride on the bridle paths with my English gal pal, Linda Alziari, who lives right down the road from Caramoor, in Pound Ridge, New York), replete with riding cap, jodhpurs and immaculately polished English riding boots, made by Hermès of France, natch! Well, she willfully offered to sign my CD cover when I never even thought to ask her, and at that point, I was happy to procure it for this chanteuse and songstress, extraordinaire. But, I still, to present day, hold onto this nagging feeling that she didn't quite take to me, maybe perhaps because I gushed on about memorizing all of her lyrics to get me through crushing traffic. Or, maybe she personifies a shy and reserved affect, to which I imposed upon under the most accidental of conditions. In hindsight, it was most likely a case of 'TMI' (too much information), during her ever so brief break between wardrobe changes for the album cover. Nevertheless, if I ever see Ms. Vega again, I will be sure to apologize if I disrupted her photography session, and her delicate, sweet and charming sensibilities. In closing, Ms. Vega, if you are listening, I wish you nothing but premium health, happiness and prosperity, and to continue creating and performing the great works for which you are so favorably known, all of which are not merely ornamental―but, RICH in COSMIC PORTENT! X-O-X-O
30.7.2023~🥀🎧Magnifique chanson à écouter, sans modération, tous les soirs en hiver…j’ai dû me tromper de saison…c’est l’été…l’instant est doux…la chanson caressante et envoûtante, je ne peux résister à l’écoute💎💎💎…quelques🎶🎶🎶de France.🥀
Still listening in September 2021. Timeless gorgeous amazing Suzanne Vega. Been listening to you since "My name is Luka" in the 80s !! Hope you are doing well. So much talent and beauty in one packge.
Just heard this song while going home last night from work. First time I used my Sirius FM radio that came with my car and it's a beautiful song. I'm in love!
21.12.2023~🥀🎧I know your name 🎼🎶🎶🎶🪗Caramel Café ou Chocolat…tout est savoureux…ainsi tourne en boucle la chanson de la belle Suzanne Vega et se pose pour la nuit à la première place sur ma playlist. L’hiver entre dans nos cœurs💙🤍♥️
Suzanne, your music is lifechanging, and I don't hesitate to say it has saved many lives (mine too). I guess it's because you are such a good and honest person that your good will spreads through your music into the world.
Lovely song, beautifully arranged with a great guitar! And I also love the video as a fan of old movies. I watched all of the movies Suzanne chose for the vid, even The Sheik with Valentino.
A part of me wishes that there would have been a little more to the video,but another part of me I likes the fact that the video is simple, because it doesn't distract you too much from the lyrics... The melody and the lyrics are a magnificent match!
Dear Suzanne, I just played your music for my 21 year-old daughter Kira. She thanked me. ;) I heard your first album in 1985 and played the tape in my car until the ink wore off. In high school poetry class I had to write about a poet. I chose you, and called you a street poet. My teacher and I argued about whether or not your music was poetry. I got an A, haha! Your finger-picking and voice mesmerize and the lyrical tapestries you weave have affected my life in meaningful ways and I am grateful. Love & blessings!
Beautiful note. I wholeheartedly agree. I hope she does see it❤️
Those of us who found her early on are the better for it. I hope she sees your beautiful note! I haven’t heard this song in years and here I am sitting in a Panera of all places, eyes welled up at reading your comment. And I owe you thanks because I truly needed to see these words. It’s been a hard run. Many blessings and much love to you, brave soul. 💕
Suzanne Vega's music had such a profound influence on me in college. A friend and colleague introduced her music to me and I was mesmerized. I wrote poetry back then, and listening to her lyrics just opened up my mind to new ways to compose the perfect, nuanced turn of a phrase. I'm still in awe of the way she weaves her words and music. Even now, listening to anything she's done brings back a flood of fond memories and new inspiration.
Wow Donna! Probably the most profound comment I have ever read on TH-cam! I used to be able to put whole songs together and it is a magical feeling to do that! It doesn't have to be great, but it's your soul signature that slowly emerges and ultimately enhances it! Message to you - You must always remember you're magical too as all women are. I say that as a man. And you must keep on with your music! My best wishes to you.
It's been a year now since your comment was posted and at this point in time I would like to take my proverbial hat off to your English teacher for giving you an A! Back in school, all my teachers and textbooks classified songs and songwriting as a type of poetry. And some even suggested poetry to be songwriting to a different but similar sort of music, that of thoughts and language. Both are, my belief still stands are the freest expressions of the soul. My daughter is also an old soul and she digs music like this. May the ripples continue to go forth. Blessings!
I was the production manager on this video production. Lovely experience making this one with a truly gifted singer. Still gorgeous to watch and of course to listen to...
Wow your very lucky! I love her music, I haven't herd this one.. it's beautiful x
Absolutely 100 % correct.
what is the title of the movie on 1:18?
Went to school with her in NYC back in the late 70's --- she majored in English Lit ... truly gifted, a poet first and foremost.
Amazing song and video. I am thinking to do a remake of this for a Japanese artist that covered this song. Would be cool if I can chat with you before I do that. Let me know how to contact you!
Her lyrics help me understand so many things. Gifted, gifted writer.
What is it
@@KamaloExp The multifaceted nature of life, I suppose
This song could heal all wounds🤕
This song makes me feel like a receptionist who’s definitely having an affair with the boss
are you? ;)
Inquiring minds would like to know ?
And, yes, it’s 1958 in New York.
😅
@@wildmercuryfilms unbelievable ♥️💯
This song sends chills down my spine and brings tears to my eyes. I know this pain well. Suzanne you are a gift.
I don't always want to marry Suzanne Vega, but when I hear or watch this, I do.
Teratoma I always do never stopped lol
@@cmonmappleys behind me please*^^*
I love gingers
Me too ;)
This song reminds me of sitting in a cafe so early in the morning the sun hasn’t risen during autumn or winter sipping a cup of coffee with no sugar or crème while smooth jazz plays, (addition If your a big city detective in the 40’s)
One of the most beautiful songs of forbidden love that was ever made ❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥
Like a knife slowly sliding through a chocolate satin layer cake.
She is stunningly gorgeous, soooo talented and profound and soulful, and the music video is incredible!! The Valentino clip, the compositions, the colors, the lighting!
I thought that this song was equal to "Solitude Standing" as Suzanne's best song. But the cinematography clinches it. The camera angles, props, costumes, old film extracts, and above all, the color compositions are fantastic.
talk about setting a mood
Joeyland
One of the sexiest songs ever written, Suzanne Vega is literally one of the best living songwriters
That voice... caramel is right, pouring right down my ear. Amazing.
Poetry set to music. Perfection!
Love this song. So relaxing, chill, sensual, smooth, jazzy...awesome!!
@2:06 She is referencing the scene in a painting by Edward Hopper called "New York Movie." Wonderfully talented woman.
my gosh, you're right! very interesting, and alluring, in this video.
It won't do
To dream of caramel,
To think of cinnamon
And long for you.
It won't do
To stir a deep desire,
To fan a hidden fire
That can never burn true.
I know your name,
I know your skin,
I know the way
These things begin;
But I don't know
How I would live with myself,
What I'd forgive of myself
If you don't go.
So goodbye,
Sweet appetite,
No single bite
Could satisfy...
I know your name,
I know your skin,
I know the way
These things begin;
But I don't know
What I would give of myself,
How I would live with myself
If you don't go.
It won't do
To dream of caramel,
To think of cinnamon
And long
For you.
Paroliers : Suzanne Vega
I discovered this classic, when watching the trailer for the film Closer with Natalie Portman and Clive Owen. Just a Great piece of music and sentiment for ultimately Unrequited Love ❤.
This makes me remember summer nights long gone. We didn't know, and we didn't dare, even though, in retrospective, everything was simple.
Damn I remember hearing this song for the first in a comedy called "The truth about cats and dogs". I thought wow this is pure sensuality. Loved it every since.
I love this song. I didn't know that Suzanne Vega sang this song. I loved it even more 👍👍👏👏👏
1.12.2023~🎧 en boucle...y’a d’la rumba dans l’air...🎥 MAGNIFIQUE❤️❤️❤️🎬...🥀pensée de France.
I’m listening to Suzanne Vega Caramel 12/7/2023 Las Vegas Nevada
2:01
This song is so intoxicating. Amazing song.
As we all know, caramel is a soft candy made with sugar and butter or cream. In this piece titled “Caramel” (1996), a woman soothes herself with food because she misses her lover.
Suzanne Nadine Vega wrote this in the style of classic old tunes like “The Girl From Ipanems” (1963).
Said Vega, “It’s a song about longing for something and wishing for something you know you really shouldn’t have. Caramel is the METAPHOR for the thing you long for, but you shouldn’t really touch.” ❤️🩹🎶❤️🩹
Totally intoxicating.
I agree. It makes me feel peaceful. tranquil.. serene. And
hungry lol
Very right, hehehe
La voix🎤est chaude, langoureuse et sucrée comme un bonbon au Caramel, le rythme est lancinant 🎼🎶🎶🎶j’écoute en boucle.❤️...🥀🇫🇷...14.1.2023
I’m listening to Suzanne Vega Caramel 11/10/2023 Las Vegas Nevada
1:54
Of one of my favourite albums ever. (Nine objects of desire)
What a beautiful sounding album!
One of the most romantic songs ever. Suzanne Vega nailed it. :D
Just some excellent jazz guitar work here...
I like the Bossa Nova rythm! Nice!
only it's not
@@richarddevisser7841 what do you mean, the way the guitar harmonization is played its a total bossa nova style
Astrud Vega, rs. In fact, This record has several elements that resembles Bossa Nova
@@phileduardo totally agree with you
It's totally Bossa Nova.
2023 Brazil loveee❤💚💛💙
I’m listening to Suzanne Vega Caramel early December 2023 Las Vegas Nevada
2:51
Ever since I saw the Trailer for Closer back in the fall of 2004, I have been in love with this song.
One of my all time favorite songs. Reminds me of my free independent spirit.
Sooo classy and truly gifted - Suzanne I love you
I worked at the casino in nova Scotia and I believe I heard her cover the immigrant song. It changed my life! It's been years and I still hear it in my head all the time. I wish I knew if it was Madame Vega...
Perfect song
Her voice melts me!
Drinking pumpkin spiced latte ☕️ on a cozy living room in a winter morning ❄️ as I listen to this .
Suzanne Vega is one of these rare women who manages to be very feminine, sensual and seductive without showing off more skin than is necessary. That's why I've been a huge fan since I was little.
Fantastic music clip
Understated elegance and nostalgic.
The sound of the guitar is so sweet and comforting. Nice music to chill to. Please give me more songs like this!
¿Quién no se enamora de esa canción, de esa voz, de esa mirada, de esa mujer?
Esta cancion es muy hermosa y esta LP a mi me encanta
Now, way back on Tuesday, September 20, 2014, I was listening to 'The Best of Suzanne Vega' in my new Audi sedan with the incredible, Bang & Olufsen 'Surround' sound system, while on my bucolic drive from the West Village in New York, all the way up to a magical kingdom in northern Westchester called Caramoor, located in Bedford, New York (the childhood home of Lincoln Center's artistic director, Andre Bishop, and personal friend of the late, great Wendy Wasserstein).
No sooner do I arrive for a formal tour of the Caramoor Estate, followed by a formal tea at 2:00 p.m. inside of this historic, Spanish style facade, do I spot the lovely and enchanting Ms. Suzanne Vega sitting in the fallow with her guitar, and being professionally photographed by a crew for her new, upcoming CD cover that was not named, to date.
How gracious of her then, to take a few moments to chat with me, after having told her that I had successfully memorized ALL of the lyrics to every song that she wrote and performed―initially because it prevented me from hurling expletives whilst stuck in grinding traffic. The song's of Ms. Vega became a soothing therapy, and then I started to examine the beautifully lyrical and poetic words created by this talented song stylist, and I became an instant admirer of her very important work.
However, she seemed a little suspicious of me, and maybe a little wary, despite that I was dressed like a proper gentleman (I had just finished a ride on the bridle paths with my English gal pal, Linda Alziari, who lives right down the road from Caramoor, in Pound Ridge, New York), replete with riding cap, jodhpurs and immaculately polished English riding boots, made by Hermès of France, natch!
Well, she willfully offered to sign my CD cover when I never even thought to ask her, and at that point, I was happy to procure it for this chanteuse and songstress, extraordinaire. But, I still, to present day, hold onto this nagging feeling that she didn't quite take to me, maybe perhaps because I gushed on about memorizing all of her lyrics to get me through crushing traffic. Or, maybe she personifies a shy and reserved affect, to which I imposed upon under the most accidental of conditions.
In hindsight, it was most likely a case of 'TMI' (too much information), during her ever so brief break between wardrobe changes for the album cover. Nevertheless, if I ever see Ms. Vega again, I will be sure to apologize if I disrupted her photography session, and her delicate, sweet and charming sensibilities.
In closing, Ms. Vega, if you are listening, I wish you nothing but premium health, happiness and prosperity, and to continue creating and performing the great works for which you are so favorably known, all of which are not merely ornamental―but, RICH in COSMIC PORTENT!
X-O-X-O
her bossa nova period! wonderful!
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe that this song has sampled the old Brazilian Song by Tim Maia, "Como uma onda"
30.7.2023~🥀🎧Magnifique chanson à écouter, sans modération, tous les soirs en hiver…j’ai dû me tromper de saison…c’est l’été…l’instant est doux…la chanson caressante et envoûtante, je ne peux résister à l’écoute💎💎💎…quelques🎶🎶🎶de France.🥀
I’m listening to Suzanne Vega Caramel 11-23-2023 Las Vegas Nevada Thanksgiving Day
2:29
Still listening in September 2021. Timeless gorgeous amazing Suzanne Vega. Been listening to you since "My name is Luka" in the 80s !! Hope you are doing well. So much talent and beauty in one packge.
I’m listening to Suzanne Vega Caramel late November 2023
2:51
Just heard this song while going home last night from work. First time I used my Sirius FM radio that came with my car and it's a beautiful song. I'm in love!
this was perfect... I love Suzanne!
She and the guitar are one.I listened 4 times. It is so nice.
Обалдеть, уже 20 с лишним лет прошло, когда впервые этот альбом услышал...Магический голос.
Still strong in 2019 timeless voice....
This woman is so fascinating, beauty and intelligent
What a beautiful song! Remember the time when it came out. It's from a movie "The Truth About Cats and Dogs". Great movie too.
+MrRD1981 *thrust
It was used in the trailer for the movie "Closer" That's how I discovered it!
Правда о кошках и собаках))) любимый фильм
That was one of the movies I recall seeing in theater with my family 😢
So Classy and talented this song is in my playlist to learn to play.
Fabulous mélodie ❤the best of all time
“Closer”❤️
Hi Charlie
first time i heard this was the trailer for closer (2004).. still a great song to this day
Me fascina la voz de esta mujer...te rodea una atmósfera especial.
Me encanta!! recién la descubro
This is the most sensuous of songs
That voice - that longing
Thak you Suzanne
21.12.2023~🥀🎧I know your name 🎼🎶🎶🎶🪗Caramel Café ou Chocolat…tout est savoureux…ainsi tourne en boucle la chanson de la belle Suzanne Vega et se pose pour la nuit à la première place sur ma playlist. L’hiver entre dans nos cœurs💙🤍♥️
Qué gran canción llena de nostalgia y sentimiento. Admiro mucho a Suzanne Vega.
Suzanne, your music is lifechanging, and I don't hesitate to say it has saved many lives (mine too). I guess it's because you are such a good and honest person that your good will spreads through your music into the world.
The whole song is like a slow dance, her head resting on his chest, knowing it has to end but not wanting it to.
❤Suzanne❤
One of the best things to come out of the 90's!
The Theme of many romantic ventures for me.Thanks Suzanne
This song is the feeling of experiencing a type of love you can't describe the feeling of
about once a year I come back to get re-haunted again, has it really been almost 25 yrs... still like the first
Charme of great voice and great artist
Man, this is one sensuous song.
she is easily one of the most elegant people alive today
every time I hear it I get a chill.....a nice chill
Comment ne pas résister à cette douceur
Lovely song, beautifully arranged with a great guitar! And I also love the video as a fan of old movies. I watched all of the movies Suzanne chose for the vid, even The Sheik with Valentino.
Supremely talented artist. Amazing pivot from the more folksy songs on her first album.
So gentle and yet powerful. Real anthem.
Such a brilliant arrangement
To fan a hidden fire that can never burn trueeeee
I love this song...
шикарная песня!
Still don't understand why when I listen to this song it makes me wanna smoke
Ah, nothing beats 90s!
Great chords, great words, great artist. Bravo Suzanne.
LUV IT!
Such a soft and lofty song but its so sad....
More than any other song, this one really captures the raw, carnal emotions of human sexuality.
Closer.
What a master teller of tales and experiences. Thank you for posting this!
I love that song ! Right to the heart. ..
I heard this song in a store and had to look up the lyrics, it really gets to you. So many of us know this feeling.
nice !
I love Suzanne!
her best song, no doubt
she always looked to me like a woman wth fascinating secrets
u still alive?
Cálida voz, cálidas imágenes, cálido sonido... cálido vídeo
Casi quema!!
Muy buen tema y buen trabajo. Congratulations!
probably my favorite song of all time
A part of me wishes that there would have been a little more to the video,but another part of me I likes the fact that the video is simple, because it doesn't distract you too much from the lyrics... The melody and the lyrics are a magnificent match!
Doesn't she look incredible?
I love your name
She looks very gorgeous in this video. Really I love her and this song :3