Carole King – It’s Too Late (1971)

About the song

Introducing “It’s Too Late” by Carole King, a poignant and soulful ballad that speaks to the complexities of love and heartbreak. Written by Carole King and Toni Stern, “It’s Too Late” was released in 1971 as part of King’s iconic album “Tapestry.”

With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, “It’s Too Late” captures the bittersweet emotions of a relationship that has run its course. Carole King’s soulful vocals convey a sense of resignation and longing, making the song resonate deeply with listeners who have experienced the pain of love lost.

Upon its release, “It’s Too Late” quickly climbed the charts, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning Carole King multiple Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year. Its success solidified King’s status as one of the most influential singer-songwriters of her generation and established “Tapestry” as a landmark album in music history.

The song’s enduring popularity has been further enhanced by its inclusion in various films, television shows, and commercials, ensuring its place in the cultural lexicon for decades to come. Its timeless message and universal themes continue to resonate with audiences of all ages, making “It’s Too Late” a classic in the singer-songwriter genre.

As you listen to “It’s Too Late” by Carole King, allow yourself to be transported by the beauty and poignancy of its melody and lyrics. This timeless ballad serves as a reminder that even in moments of heartache, there is beauty to be found in the power of music to heal and comfort the soul.

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Lyrics

Stayed in bed all morning just to pass the time
There’s something wrong here, there can be no denying
One of us is changing, or maybe we’ve just stopped trying

And it’s too late, baby, now it’s too late
Though we really did try to make it
Something inside has died and I can’t hide
And I just can’t fake it, Oh no no

It used to be so easy living here with you
You were light and breezy and I knew just what to do
Now you look so unhappy, and I feel like a fool

And it’s too late, baby, now it’s too late
Though we really did try to make it
Something inside has died and I can’t hide
And I just can’t fake it, oh no no

There’ll be good times again for me and you
But we just can’t stay together, don’t you feel it too
Still I’m glad for what we had, and how I once loved you

But it’s too late, baby, now it’s too late
Though we really did try to make it
Something inside has died and I can’t hide
And I just can’t fake it, Oh no no no no no

It’s too late
Baby
It’s too late
Now darling
It’s too late