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The first time ever I saw your faceI thought the sun rose in your eyes
And the moon and stars were the gifts you gave
To the dark and the empty skies
The first time ever I kissed your mouth
I felt the earth move in my hand
Like the trembling heart of a captive bird
That was there at my command, my love
The first time ever I lay with you
And felt your heart beat close to mine
And I knew our joy would fill the earth
And last till the end of time, my love,
The first time ever I saw your face
your face, your face, your face...
Lyrics by the amazing Roberta Flack, sentiments all mine
posted by Ms. Lori @ 11:32 AM
5 Comments:
I have Mary Travers of Peter, Paul & Mary singing this (as well as Roberta of course). It's one of the most beautiful songs in my collection.
Give me the chills or the weepies whenever I hear it. Matter of fact, I think I'll listen to it right now.
Listening - it is all three of them but Mary T. has the lead. It's on See What Tomorrow Brings album (probably on cd now)
I love the sound of PP&M, and can imagine the gorgeousness...I'll try to track this down. Thanks!
I love this song. Did you ever see "Play Misty for Me"? Wow, that is one scary movie but I love it and I think this song was on the soundtrack.
Myfanwy, yes! Love, love, love that flick (and the song, of course). Roberta Flack has been my hero since I was a leetle girl...
My dream is to see her live. Actually, my dream is to become best friends with her and have her sing me songs over lunch.
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