Introduction:
“Perry Como – Killing Me Softly with Her Song” is a musical masterpiece that has stood the test of time. This iconic song, originally released in 1973, showcases the legendary talent of Perry Como, a singer whose voice could touch the deepest corners of the heart.
Did You Know?
Perry Como, born in 1912, was an American singer and television personality renowned for his smooth and velvety voice. He enjoyed a successful career that spanned several decades, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry. “Killing Me Softly with Her Song” is one of Como’s most celebrated songs, known for its emotional depth and timeless appeal. Interestingly, while many are familiar with Roberta Flack’s version of the song, Perry Como’s rendition adds a unique and enchanting touch to this classic.
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I heard she sang a good song,
I heard she had a style,
And so I came to see her,
To listen for a while…And there she was this young girl,
A stranger to my eyes…Strummin’ my pain with her fingers,
Singin’ my life with her words,
Killing me softly with her song,
Killing me softly, with her song,
Telling my whole life with her words,
Killing me softly, with her song…I felt all flushed with fever,
Embarrassed by the crowd,
I felt she found my letters,
And read each one aloud…I prayed that she would finish,
But she just kept right on…Strummin’ my pain with her fingers,
Singin’ my life with her words,
Killing me softly with her song,
Killing me softly, with her song,
Telling my whole life with her words,
Killing me softly, with her song…She sang as if she knew me,
In all my dark despair,
And then she looked right through me,
As if I wasn’t there…But she was there, this stranger,
Singing clear and strong…Strummin’ my pain with her fingers,
Singin’ my life with her words,
Killing me softly with her song,
Killing me softly, with her song,
Telling my whole life with her words,
Killing me softly, with her song…Killing me softly, with her song…