About the song You’re So Vain – Carly Simon
“You’re So Vain” is a 1972 song written by Carly Simon and recorded by her for her fourth studio album, “No Secrets”. The song is a mid-tempo pop ballad with a strong melody and catchy chorus.
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It is a scathing portrait of a self-absorbed and vain lover, with Simon accusing him of being obsessed with his own image and oblivious to the feelings of others. The song’s lyrics are full of indirect references to the man’s vanity, such as the line “You’re so vain, you probably think this song is about you.”
The song’s impact**
“You’re So Vain” was a commercial success, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 2 in the UK. It was also a critical success, winning the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1973.
The song’s enduring popularity led to numerous covers, including versions by Rod Stewart, Michael Bolton, and Phil Collins. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, such as “The Devil Wears Prada” and “The Simpsons”.
The legacy
“You’re So Vain” is one of the most iconic songs of the early 1970s, and it continues to be popular with listeners of all ages. It is a timeless classic that remains a staple of pop culture.
Here are some notable accolades for “You’re So Vain”:
- In 2004, “You’re So Vain” was ranked number 28 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
- In 2008, the song was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry, for being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.”
- In 2022, it was announced that “You’re So Vain” would be sampled in a song by Taylor Swift.
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You’re So Vain – Carly Simon Lyrics
Son of a gunYou walked into the party like you were walking onto a yachtYour hat strategically dipped below one eyeYour scarf it was apricotYou had one eye in the mirror, as you watched yourself gavotteAnd all the girls dreamed that they’d be your partnerThey’d be your partner andYou’re so vainYou probably think this song is about youYou’re so vain (you’re so vain)I bet you think this song is about youDon’t you, don’t you?You had me several years ago when I was still quite naiveWell you said that we made such a pretty pair and that you would never leaveBut you gave away the things you lovedAnd one of them was meI had some dreams they were clouds in my coffee, clouds in my coffee andYou’re so vainYou probably think this song is about youYou’re so vain, you’re so vainI bet you think this song is about youDon’t you don’t you, don’t you?I had some dreams they were clouds in my coffee, clouds in my coffee andYou’re so vainYou probably think this song is about youYou’re so vain (you’re so vain)I bet you think this song is about youDon’t you don’t youWell I hear you went up to SaratogaAnd your horse naturally wonThen you flew your lear jet up to Nova ScotiaTo see the total eclipse of the sunWell you’re where you should be all the timeAnd when you’re not, you’re with some underworld spyOr the wife of a close friend, wife of a close friend andYou’re so vainYou probably think this song is about youYou’re so vain (so vain)I bet you think this song is about youDon’t you don’t you, don’t you, don’t you nowYou’re so vainYou probably think this song is about youYou’re so vainProbably think this song about youYou’re so vain