About the song
Let’s dive into the soulful melodies of Carole King with her heartfelt song “So Far Away.” This timeless ballad, brimming with emotion and longing, speaks to the universal experience of yearning for connection and closeness.
Written by Carole King herself, “So Far Away” was featured on her iconic album “Tapestry,” released in 1971. This album marked a significant moment in King’s career, earning widespread critical acclaim and becoming one of the best-selling albums of all time.
Upon its release, “So Far Away” resonated deeply with audiences, climbing to the top of the charts and securing a spot in the hearts of listeners worldwide. While it didn’t reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100, it did peak at an impressive #14 position, solidifying its status as a beloved classic.
With its poignant lyrics and King’s soulful vocals, “So Far Away” continues to touch the hearts of listeners across generations, serving as a timeless reminder of the longing we all feel for connection and closeness, especially during times of separation or distance.
So, join Carole King as she captures the essence of yearning in “So Far Away.” Let the music envelop you in its warmth and emotion as you reflect on the bonds that unite us all, no matter how far apart we may be.
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Lyrics
So far away
Doesn’t anybody stay in one place anymore?
It would be so fine to see your face at my door
Doesn’t help to know you’re just time away
Long ago, I reached for you and there you stood
Holding you again could only do me good
How I wish I could, but you’re so far away
One more song about movin’ along the highway
Can’t say much of anything that’s new
If I could only work this life out my way
I’d rather spend it bein’ close to you
But you’re so far away
Doesn’t anybody stay in one place anymore?
It would be so fine to see your face at my door
Doesn’t help to know you’re so far away
Yeah, you’re so far away
Traveling around sure gets me down and lonely
Nothing else to do but close my mind
I sure hope the road don’t come to own me
There’s so many dreams I’ve yet to find
But you’re so far away
Doesn’t anybody stay in one place anymore?
It would be so fine to see your face at my door
It doesn’t help to know you’re so far away
Yeah, you’re so far away
Hey, you’re so far away
Thank you, you were very kind