Who Knows Where the Time Goes?
Fairport Convention, Susanna Hoffs, Matthew Sweet
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Across the evening sky, all the birds are leaving But how can they know it's time for them to go? Before the winter fire, I will still be dreaming I have no thought of time For who knows where the time goes? Who knows where the time goes? Sad, deserted shore, your fickle friends are leaving Ah, but then you know it's time for them to go But I will still be here, I have no thought of leaving I do not count the time For who knows where the time goes? Who knows where the time goes? And I am not alone while my love is near me I know it will be so until it's time to go So come the storms of winter and then The birds in spring again I have no fear of time For who knows how my love grows? And who knows where the time goes?
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Written by: SANDY DENNY
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10 facts about this song
Composition"Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" was written by English singer-songwriter Sandy Denny in 1967 when she was just 19 years old. This song is widely regarded as one of her best and most affecting compositions.
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Judy CollinsAmerican singer-songwriter Judy Collins was the first to cover "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" in 1968, even before it was recorded by Denny's band Fairport Convention. Collins' version of the song was both commercially successful and critically acclaimed, with its gentle, folk-inspired sound and evocative lyrics.
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Fairport ConventionBritish folk-rock band Fairport Convention recorded "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" for their 1969 album "Unhalfbricking". This version of the song features Sandy Denny's haunting lead vocals and the band's characteristic blend of rock and folk influences.
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Song Theme"Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" is a poignant meditation on the passing of time and the impermanence of life. Its introspective lyrics and melancholy melody have resonated with listeners for decades.
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Sandy Denny's LegacyDespite her untimely death at age 31, Sandy Denny left a significant impact on the music world. "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" is considered a benchmark of her songwriting talent and is frequently covered by other artists.
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Nina SimoneIconic American singer Nina Simone also released a well-received version of "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" in 1969, introducing the song to a wider audience.
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Song RecognitionIn 2007, "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" was voted the favorite folk track of all time by listeners of BBC Radio 2 in the UK.
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TributeWhen Judy Collins introduced Denny's song to the US audience, she paid tribute to the songwriter by naming her 1968 album "Who Knows Where the Time Goes" which helped to increase Denny's visibility in the folk music scene.
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Annual PerformancesJudy Collins has regularly performed "Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" throughout her career. The song has become a staple of her live performances and is often used as a closing number.
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Cover versions"Who Knows Where the Time Goes?" has been covered by more than 50 artists, including Cat Power, Kate Rusby, and Eva Cassidy, demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
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