About the song
Frank Sinatra’s 1967 album, “The World We Knew,” represents a notable period in the legendary singer’s career. This studio album, renowned for its distinct blend of popular music styles, includes some memorable tracks that captured the public’s attention. The title track, “The World We Knew,” made a significant impact, climbing to No. 30 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reaching No. 1 on the Easy Listening chart in the same year.
One of the standout features of this album is the duet “Somethin’ Stupid,” performed with Sinatra’s daughter, Nancy. This song achieved remarkable success, topping both the Billboard Hot 100 and Easy Listening charts, showcasing the strong musical bond between father and daughter.
In terms of reception, the album received a mixed critique from professionals. Music critic Stephen Thomas Erlewine, writing for Allmusic, rated the album two-and-a-half out of five stars. He described it as more of a collection of singles rather than a cohesive album. Erlewine noted that the album features a rock-oriented pop production, incorporating elements such as fuzz guitars, reverb, and a variety of other instruments that added a unique flavor to Sinatra’s classic sound. Despite his critique, Erlewine acknowledged the ambition of the songs and highlighted “Drinking Again” as a particularly exceptional track, one of the best Sinatra recorded during the 1960s.
Overall, “The World We Knew” remains a significant work in Frank Sinatra’s discography, reflecting both his versatility and his willingness to experiment with new sounds and styles. For fans of Sinatra, this album offers a glimpse into his evolving artistry during a vibrant period of musical history.
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Lyrics
Over and over, I keep going over the world we knew
Once when you walked beside me
That inconceivable, that unbelievable world we knew
When we two were in love
And every bright neon sign turned into stars
And the sun and the moon seemed to be ours
Each road that we took turned into gold
But the dream was too much for you to hold
Now over and over, I keep going over the world we knew
Days when you used to love me
And every bright neon sign turned into stars
And the sun and the moon seemed to be ours
Each road that we took, it turned into gold
But the dream was too much for you to hold
Now over and over, I keep going over the world we knew
Days when you used to love me
Over and over, I keep going over the world we knew