About the Song
“The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flack is a hauntingly beautiful ballad that captivates listeners with its emotional depth and tender sentiment. Released in 1972 as part of her album “First Take,” this song stands as one of Flack’s most iconic and timeless recordings.
From the delicate piano accompaniment to Flack’s velvety vocals, “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” transports listeners to a world of love and longing. The song’s slow tempo and gentle melody create a sense of intimacy and vulnerability, drawing listeners in from the very first note.
Lyrically, “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” speaks to the overwhelming power of love and the profound impact it can have on the human heart. Flack’s emotive delivery imbues the lyrics with a sense of longing and tenderness, making them resonate deeply with audiences.
With its timeless beauty and universal appeal, “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” has become a classic in the realm of love songs. Flack’s soulful performance and heartfelt interpretation have earned the song widespread acclaim and recognition, solidifying its place as one of the greatest ballads of all time.
Decades after its release, “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” continues to enchant and move listeners around the world, serving as a testament to Roberta Flack’s remarkable talent as a vocalist and interpreter of emotion.
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Lyric
The first time ever I saw your faceI thought the sun rose in your eyesAnd the moon and the stars were the gifts you gaveTo the dark and the endless skies, my loveTo the dark and the endless skiesAnd the first time ever I kissed your mouthI felt the earth move in my handLike the trembling heart of a captive birdThat was there at my command, my loveThat was there at my command, my loveAnd the first time ever I lay with youI felt your heart so close to mineAnd I knew our joy would fill the earthAnd last ’til the end of time my loveAnd it would last ’til the end of timeThe first time ever I saw your faceYour face, your face, your face