The recording history of “The Loco-Motion” dates back to 1962, when it was laid down by Little Eva (1943-2003) and proved to be a major hit. Its authors are lyricist Gerry Goffin (1939-2014) alongside singer/songwriter...
Originally written for African-American female group, The Shirelles and later covered by Carole King, “Will You Love Me Tomorrow? speaks about the insecurities of a sexually liberated woman. The initial release of this 1960 hit song...
Thematically it would appear that the lyrics of this song are set in the Old West. And the character Smackwater Jack would be akin to an outlaw – indeed a dangerous, unruly one – “with a shotgun...
This song is very-philosophical in its approach. Perhaps the simplest way of describing it, to some readers who are familiar with the notion, is as being based on the law of attraction. In other words, the singer...
The lyrics of Carole King’s “Tapestry” read like a fairy tale. It is arguable that Carole is attempting to put a cohesive narrative together or say something specific. For instance, she does begin by likening her...
On “It’s Too Late”, Carole King is addressing her lover, who is clearly on the verge of becoming her ex. Indeed as the title indicates, she has come to the conclusion that “it’s too late”...
To modern female audiences, even a 21st century Carole King, the song “Where You Lead” may read as being overly-dopey in its approach. Here, we have the singer expressing her willingness to follow her lover ‘wherever he...
Genuine friendship is the premise of “You’ve Got a Friend” which sheds light on how a reliable friend can help a person through life easily. In this song, James Taylor offers his untainted love...
