About the song
“All by Myself” by Eric Carmen is a heartfelt ballad that has resonated deeply with listeners since its release. This iconic song, written and performed by Eric Carmen, was featured on his debut solo album, “Eric Carmen,” which came out in 1975. The song quickly established itself as a classic, showcasing Carmen’s exceptional songwriting and emotional depth.
The inspiration for “All by Myself” came from the second movement of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Opus 18, a piece Carmen admired and ingeniously adapted into a contemporary pop format. The poignant lyrics and sweeping melody of “All by Myself” capture the essence of loneliness and heartache, themes that many can relate to on a deeply personal level.
Upon its release, “All by Myself” achieved significant commercial success. It climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1976, solidifying Eric Carmen’s reputation as a talented solo artist after his earlier success with The Raspberries. The song’s powerful, orchestral arrangement and Carmen’s passionate vocal performance made it a standout track of the era, earning widespread acclaim and a lasting place in the annals of pop music history.
“All by Myself” has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Celine Dion, whose rendition brought the song to a new generation of fans in the 1990s. However, it is Eric Carmen’s original version that remains the definitive recording, beloved for its raw emotionality and masterful composition.
For listeners who experienced the song during its initial release, “All by Myself” evokes memories of a time when music was a primary means of expressing deep, personal emotions. For newer audiences, it serves as a poignant introduction to the artistry of Eric Carmen and the timeless quality of classic ballads. Whether heard for the first time or the hundredth, “All by Myself” continues to touch hearts and remind us all of the universal feeling of solitude and the longing for connection.
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Lyrics
When I was young
I never needed anyone
And making love was just for fun
Those days are goneLiving alone
I think of all the friends I’ve known
But when I dial the telephone
Nobody’s homeAll by myself
Don’t want to be all by myself anymore
All by myself
Don’t want to live all by myself anymoreHard to be sure
Sometimes I feel so insecure
And love so distant and obscure
Remains the cureAll by myself
Don’t want to be all by myself anymore
All by myself
Don’t want to live all by myself anymoreWhen I was young
I never needed anyone
And making love was just for fun
Those days are goneAll by myself
Don’t want to be all by myself anymore
All by myself
Don’t want to live all by myself anymoreAll by myself
Don’t want to be all by myself anymore
All by myself
Don’t want to live all by myself anymoreAll by myself
Don’t want to be all by myself anymor