About the song
Todd Rundgren, a musical polymath whose talents spanned songwriting, producing, and performing, released his self-titled debut album in 1972. Among its standout tracks was “Hello It’s Me,” a song that would become a cornerstone of his career and a classic of the early 1970s rock era.
The song’s introspective and melancholic tone immediately draws the listener in, setting the stage for a narrative of longing, regret, and the passage of time. Rundgren’s distinctive, high-pitched vocals convey a sense of vulnerability and emotional depth, while the lush instrumentation, featuring acoustic guitar, piano, and strings, creates a rich and evocative soundscape.
The lyrics of “Hello It’s Me” explore themes of lost love, missed opportunities, and the bittersweet nostalgia of looking back on the past. The song’s protagonist, seemingly haunted by the ghost of a former lover, yearns for a chance to reconnect and reconcile their differences. The repeated refrain, “Hello, it’s me, I was wondering if after all these years you’d like to meet,” encapsulates the song’s central theme of longing and the desire for a second chance.
Rundgren’s songwriting skills are on full display in “Hello It’s Me.” The song’s structure is both simple and effective, with a memorable melody and a chorus that lingers in the mind long after the music has faded. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, painting vivid images of the past and present.
“Hello It’s Me” remains a timeless classic, resonating with audiences of all ages. Its introspective and melancholic tone, coupled with Rundgren’s powerful vocals and the song’s beautiful instrumentation, make it a truly unforgettable piece of music.
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Lyrics
Hello, it’s me
I’ve thought about us for a long long time
Maybe I think too much but something’s wrong
There’s something here, doesn’t last too long
Maybe I shouldn’t think of you as mine
Seeing you or seeing anything as much I do you
I take for granted that you’re always there
I take for granted that you just don’t care
Sometimes I can’t help seeing all the way through
It’s important to me
That you know you are free
‘Cause I never want to make you change for me
Think of me
You know that I’d be with you if I could
I’ll come around to see you once in a while
Or if I ever need a reason to smile
And spend the night if you think I should
me
(That you know you are free) free
‘Cause I never want to make you change for me
Think of me
You, you know that I’d be with you if I could
Come around to see you once in a while
Or if I ever need a reason to smile
And spend the night if you think I should