Been to Canaan
Carole King
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Green fields and rolling hills Room enough to do what we will Sweet dreams of yestertime are running though my mind Of a place I left behind, been so long, I can't remember when I've been to Canaan and I want to go back again Been so long, I'm living till then Cause I've been to Canaan and I won't rest until I go back again. Though I'm content with myself Sometimes I long to be somewhere else I try to do what I can, but with our day to day demands We all need a promised land. Been so long,I can't remember when I've been to Canaan and I want to go back again Been so long, I'm living till then 'Cause I've been to Canaan and I won't rest until I go back again. Oh I want to be there in the wintertime With a fireplace burning to warm me And you to hold me when it's stormy Been so long, I can't remember when I've been to Canaan and I want to go back again Been so long,I'm living till then.
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Written by: CAROLE KING
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11 facts about this song
Been to Canaan" CreationThe song "Been to Canaan" is a famous song by singer-songwriter Carole King. It was created and produced in 1972.
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Album HistoryThe song is part of the album "Rhymes & Reasons", which was the fourth album by Carole King. Released in 1972, the album features a single "Been to Canaan", which topped the Billboard Pop Singles chart and was King's third "#1 hit".
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Ranking AchievementNot only did "Been to Canaan" top the Billboard Pop Singles chart, but it also topped the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. It remained in the number one spot of the Billboard Easy Listening Chart for an entire month, from late 1972 to 1973.
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Songs ContentThe song refers to a longing for a heavenly place or an earthly paradise. "Canaan" was the Biblical term for an area in the Levant region, broadly defined as the birthplace of civilization and the promised land in the Bible.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for a Grammy award in 1973 for the best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
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Popular CoversIt was covered by various artists including Freddie Hubbard who did an 11 minute and 15-second Latin jazz rendition on his 1975 "The Baddest Hubbard" album.
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International RecognitionIn Japan, "Been to Canaan" often plays in many school's choral competitions alongside other Carole King’s hits. Additionally, there's a translated version that became a hit in the country.
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Music StyleLike many of Carole King’s songs, "Been to Canaan" is marked by its soft and soothing melody. It belongs to the pop and easy-listening genre, often being referred to as 'soft rock'.
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The Voice Behind the LyricsThe song beautifully showcases Carole King’s vocal style. Her emotive and powerful voice gives depth to the lyrics which talk about nostalgic reminiscence and yearning for a place of peace and tranquility.
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Song’s DurationThe song "Been to Canaan" has a length of approximately three minutes and thirty-eight seconds long.
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SongwritersCarole King is not only the singer but also the writer of the song, showcasing her talent in both areas. "Been to Canaan" is considered one of her greatest hits that she also composed.
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