Without Her

Glen Campbell

About Without Her

"Without Her" is a song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Harry Nilsson, released on his 1967 album Pandemonium Shadow Show. The song, a Baroque pop single, is played with cello and a countermelody performed on a flute, based on only about a half of dozen chords. One of Nilsson's first hits (although a minor one), it explains the sadness and melancholy of spending a day without the loved one, when the person has gone from you. Despite the melancholic theme, the song is described as a joyous song, too. The song was covered by singer Glen Campbell and American band Blood, Sweat & Tears. Brazilian Bossa nova singer Astrud Gilberto and Scottish singer Lulu covered the song as "Without Him". Lulu's version was the B-side of her 1968 single 'I'm A Tiger'. In Spanish they were recorded by the Mexican singer José José and is included in his first 1969 album "CUIDADO" in a Bossa Nova version. 


Year:
1967
2:15
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I spend the night in a chair thinkin' she'll be there but she never comes
And then I wake up and wiped the sleep from my eyes
And I rise to face another day without her

It's just no good anymore when you walk through the door of an empty room
And then you go inside and sat at the table for one
It's no fun when you spend the day without her
We burst the pretty baloon it took us to the Moon
Such a beautiful thing bit it's ended now
But it sounds like a lie if I say I'd rather die than live without her
[ ac.guitar - strings ]
I spend the night in a chair...

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Glen Campbell

Glen Travis Campbell (born April 22, 1936) is an American country music singer, guitarist, television host and occasional actor. He is best known for a series of hits in the 1960s and 1970s, as well as for hosting a variety show called The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour on CBS television. more »

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Written by: HARRY NILSSON

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10 facts about this song

Authors and Performers
"Without Her" is a popular song written by Harry Nilsson. - The song has been recorded by several artists, including Blood, Sweat & Tears, Glen Campbell, and Harry Nilsson himself.
Song Details
The song was first recorded and released by Nilsson in 1967 on his album "Pandemonium Shadow Show". - The song is 2:17 minutes long.
Blood, Sweat & Tears" Version
The band Blood, Sweat & Tears covered the song on their self-titled album in 1968. - This version incorporated the band's signature brass sound and a more soulful rendition than the original.
Glen Campbell's Version
Glen Campbell's version of "Without Her" was featured on his album "By the Time I Get to Phoenix", also released in 1967. - Campbell's rendition of the song featured his signature country-pop sound.
Harry Nilsson's Signature Song
"Without Her" is considered one of Nilsson's signature songs. - Nilsson's version of the song has been featured in various film soundtracks and TV series.
Song Genre
The song falls under the baroque pop genre, characterized by its elaborate production style and use of classical music elements.
Song Influence
"Without Her" has been influential in pop music with its wide variety of cover versions, showcasing the song's versatility across different musical styles.
Song Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine ranked Nilsson's "Pandemonium Shadow Show" album, which included "Without Her", at number 84 in its list of the 100 greatest debut albums of all time.
Personal Touch
Harry Nilsson reportedly wrote "Without Her" after his relationship with his first wife ended, which gave an emotional depth to the song.
Featured in Films
The song was used in the soundtrack of the 2002 film "A Guy Thing" and the 2014 film "Serena", displaying its enduring appeal.

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