The Worst That Could Happen
The 5th Dimension
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11 facts about this song
Song Composer"The Worst That Could Happen" is a song composed by acclaimed songwriter and record producer, Jimmy Webb.
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Song PerformerThe track was popularly performed by the Grammy Award-winning American pop vocal group, The 5th Dimension.
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Original VersionDespite its popularity with The 5th Dimension, it was first recorded by the group "The Brooklyn Bridge" in 1968.
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Chart PerformanceThe 5th Dimension's rendition of the song didn't require any charts, but The Brooklyn Bridge version climbed to number three on the Billboard Hot 100 in December 1968.
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Song Interpretation"The Worst That Could Happen" is considered a melodramatic ballad, referring to a young man's emotions upon learning his former girlfriend is getting married.
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Usage in Popular CultureThe song was used in the season one finale of "Nip/Tuck," a widely popular American television series.
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Album FeatureThe Brooklyn Bridge’s version of the song was included in their debut eponymous album.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, many different artists have covered the song, including singer Johnny Maestro.
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Jimmy Webb's RecognitionAs the songwriter of "The Worst That Could Happen," Jimmy Webb is known for producing numerous hits for other artists such as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, and Glen Campbell.
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The 5th Dimension's ReputationWhile The 5th Dimension's rendition of the song didn't chart, they are well-known for their popular hits such as "Up, Up and Away" and "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In".
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Song StyleLike many of Webb's compositions, "The Worst That Could Happen" exhibits a mix of melodic pop and articulate lyricism, contributing to its timeless appeal.
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