Apple of My Eye
Badfinger
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Oh, I'm sorry, but it's time to move away Though inside my heart, I really want to stay Believe the love we have is so sincere You know, the gift you have will always be [Chorus] You're the apple of my eye You're the apple of my heart But now, the time has come to part Oh, I'm sorry, but it's time to make a stand Though we never meant to bite the lovin' hand And now, the time has come to walk alone We were the children, now we've overgrown [Chorus] Oh, I'm sorry, but it's time to move away Though inside my heart, I really want to stay Believe the love we have is so sincere You know, the gift you have will always be [Chorus] Now, the time has come to part Now, the time has come to part.
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Written by: PETER WILLIAM HAM
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10 facts about this song
Release Period"Apple of My Eye" was released in 1973, providing the soundtrack for many listeners of that era.
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Album PlacementThe song was the opening track on the band's last album for Apple Records, aptly named "Ass", which came out in 1973.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Badfinger's lead vocalist, Pete Ham.
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Meaning of LyricsThe lyrics express the band's sorrow about leaving Apple Records, their record label, for which they felt a strong affection.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough it is considered one of Badfinger’s most memorable songs, it disappointing on the charts, peaking at only No. 49 in the United States and not charting in the UK.
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Music Genres"Apple of My Eye" is categorized under the power pop and rock genres.
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Well-known LineOne of the song's more popular lines, "I'm sorry, but it's time to move away" was indicative of the band's sentiments towards moving on from their previous record label, Apple Records.
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SignificanceThe song title, "Apple of My Eye", is a well-known saying, signifying something or someone of great value or cherished dearly, which directly reflects the band's sentiments towards their relationship with Apple Records.
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Band BackgroundBadfinger was a Welsh/English rock band, which was active from 1961 until 1983. They were one of the first bands signed to the newly-formed Apple Records in 1968.
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Artistic ValueThe song showcases Pete Ham's songwriting ability that masterfully combined a catchy melody with heartfelt lyrics, a trade of Badfinger's music.
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