About The Song
“It’s Too Late” was written by Carole King and Toni Stern, it is a poignant soft rock ballad from King’s album “Tapestry” released in 1971. Upon its release as a single in April 1971, the song soared to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary charts.
The song delves into the profound sadness of a breakup, expressing feelings of resignation and acceptance of a relationship’s end. “It’s Too Late” has been acclaimed as one of the greatest songs of all time by Rolling Stone and the RIAA, with gold certification. King’s Tin Pan Alley melody combined with heartfelt lyrics creates a timeless piece that resonates with listeners.
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Lyrics
Stayed in bed all morning just to pass the time
There’s something wrong here, there can be no denying
One of us is changing, or maybe we’ve just stopped trying
And it’s too late, baby, now it’s too late
Though we really did try to make it
Something inside has died and I can’t hide
And I just can’t fake it, Oh no no
It used to be so easy living here with you
You were light and breezy and I knew just what to do
Now you look so unhappy, and I feel like a fool
And it’s too late, baby, now it’s too late
Though we really did try to make it
Something inside has died and I can’t hide
And I just can’t fake it, oh no no
There’ll be good times again for me and you
But we just can’t stay together, don’t you feel it too
Still I’m glad for what we had, and how I once loved you
But it’s too late, baby, now it’s too late
Though we really did try to make it
Something inside has died and I can’t hide
And I just can’t fake it, Oh no no no no no
It’s too late
Baby
It’s too late
Now darling
It’s too late