A song that could strike a chord in many of us. Performed by someone who holds more talent, style, grace and Love for what she does. Thank-you Carly Simon.
This song actually makes me cry every time I hear it. Ever since I first heard it on the radio way back in the 90's. It brings back some of the most beautiful memories of my life. God bless you Carly.
Fell in love with this song the moment I put the CD on to listen. The guitar, the drums, the rhythm, the story. Twenty seven years later, I still love it.
I can't express how much I love this song. This is one of those songs that has so much emotions attached to it based on memories. Specifically the summer nights in Cape Cod.
It has been over 25 years since I first heard this song, and I love it as much now as I did back then. Carly, you are the best! And yes, nobody does it better!
And I cried when he left me...and I think of you still....I have to say how these words haunt me. And Spanish Guitar music. Spain 1977. So long ago, and yet, just the other day.....
At 82 years old one might think that this "old guy" cannot experience the feedings that this song brings back to my memories. The "white nights" that me and a lovely young lady experienced in the 70's. I still feel the passion.
“Better Not Tell Her” (1992) is about a woman who is giving advice to an ex-boyfriend about his current flame, telling him to acknowledge some of the truth about them, but not all of it : “But if you slip and my name comes up Don’t deny that you knew me Just leave out the white nights” Secretly, the narrator hopes that the ex will come around and rekindle their romance… 💚💘💙
This should have won Best Video of the Year, the song topping the charts. (I never heard it till last year. Another great statement on the music industry.) The pain caused by an affair - to everyone; but in this video, the least to the man. The pearls dropping towards the end, her white chair ... they speak volumes only Carly can sing. Thank you for posting something so poignant and perfectly done. (P.S. To paraphrase one rock icon, "Give the guitar player some." Superb playing by Mr. Jay Berliner.)
I'm not so sure it was an affair. She might be an ex, saying this to her former boyfriend, and still her love. They broke up, and she still loves him. They may run in some of the same circles, and she does not want trouble with his current, possibly in fear of losing all contact with the man. I would HOPE the man is smart enough to not put initials of an affair in his diary... but a then-gf, yes.
One of the most talented singers/songwriters ever! Compared to today's so-called "stars (Lady Gaga, 50- Cent, etc.) she is light years ahead. Carly's music is still being played 25- 35 years later. Think most of today's "artists" will have their stuff played decades later?
carly simon, james taylor, carol King. They wrote most of the good stuff for the past 30 years. Not that Fluff that hits the charts, I'm talking about the stuff you remember.
🎶 🎵 Spent my summers on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard, so Carly is summertime with a sailboat on the ocean. Worked for a radio station one summer and I had to work the board early on Sundays to broadcast the church service. I'd get everything prepared, then crank BETTER NOT TELL ME on the program speakers in the studio- just me at 6am. It was my blood pumping jam. And yeah, I've briefly met Carly on the vineyard - it's hard not to, she's a local...and tall 😊 Say your hi and move on. Miss the Boogies at the AC on Thursday nights in ob. Miss the Taylor parties in Lamberts cove after the show 😅 TPD saw fit that they didn't last long 😢
Wow, no need for meat dresses, personal xrated videos, just talent and oozing sexiness and she can sing too. This has always been my second favorite Carly song.
Hey Carly your song is a dream come true. Too bad there's so many stupid and evil people in this world. I really love you and your music. Those musicians of yours are tremendously good and like you highly inspirational. I love you dear and happiest of holidays to you and all of yours.
I have always loved Carly Simon the singer but also the person she is. Authentic, humble, talented, beautiful inside and outside! Her lyrics are never sexist....never putting down the opposite sex like most female singers do nowadays. Thank you Carly for respecting people and their differences, no matter what gender they are. You are one terrific person Mrs. Simon!
just hold on to your "precious memories" for as long as possible, for they r the only things that matter in this crazed world. Ms. Simon was from a prior world, so different, much kinder in many ways, especially in the art world. i give myself this " advice" each day, especially when i "slip & fall" music, my refuge, always " rescues & uplifts " me>
Don't worry Carly I'll never tell her.Well I better fire my semi up get out of Arizona and get to Atlanta.I'll be gear jamming and listening to your music all the way to the east coast like I do every week for the last 30 years.Love you Carly.AND I AM STILL YOUR BIGGEST FAN.ADIOS
Holy shit. I’ve loved this song since it was first played on the radio back in the day. Not until today did I know there was a video. Very fantastic and underrated song by one of the greats.
By JOVE---that's one hell of a performance, of a very descriptive story, so familiar to many , and beautifully arranged too. One of Carly's very best. SMOKIN !!
Fun fact in Carly's new book 'Touched by the Sun, My Friendship with Jackie'. Page 187, Carly tells that this vid was filmed on the beach in front of Jackie Kennedy's Aquinnah house on the Vineyard. Two great women.
2019....and I still cant get enough of these songs. Im getting older, 69, but Bob Johnson is sooo right. they fill you with passion. "All that I want is yo" should have been the theme song for Fifty Shades. Wish I had the opportunity to see her in person.
Carly I lost track of you catching up on the years your incredible , everyone tries to find out my originality in music myself, an you and I have similarities yet i have my own originality. Glad I knew your music funny everyone could not pin who influenced myself you are definitely were one. Thank you for your giving heart. Susan
Absolutely stunning just like fine wine she just got better with age. I can't imagine how sweet she's gotten now. Mmmmm that's all I can say I still believe in love.
A song that could strike a chord in many of us. Performed by someone who holds more talent, style, grace and Love for what she does. Thank-you Carly Simon.
I do this in Karaoke
Unbelievable video
One of the greatest lost love songs ever written. Carly is such a talent!
This song actually makes me cry every time I hear it. Ever since I first heard it on the radio way back in the 90's. It brings back some of the most beautiful memories of my life. God bless you Carly.
Fell in love with this song the moment I put the CD on to listen. The guitar, the drums, the rhythm, the story. Twenty seven years later, I still love it.
precisely, you sum it up well, the complete package is superb.
Same here
She had the prettiest hair in this video! Carly Simon is the BEST!
so sensous and beautiful. carly is one of the rarest and best
So glad someone writes music for grown ups. You are the best Carly!
It’s 2024. This song is timeless.💕
This woman is incredible. God bless you Carly Simon and thank you for your wonderful music.❤
Carly has a great voice for singing songs just like this one!!!!!
I can't express how much I love this song. This is one of those songs that has so much emotions attached to it based on memories. Specifically the summer nights in Cape Cod.
The "music" of today will NEVER hold a candle to this!
You can say that again
???? You must not be a swifty then 🤪🤪🤪🤪
@@thomasallen7359 😝😝😝😝😝😝
It has been over 25 years since I first heard this song, and I love it as much now as I did back then. Carly, you are the best! And yes, nobody does it better!
Great song from late 1990-1991. Can't believe it is already 25 years since I first heard this.
Almost 30 now (2019).
@@lisad7788 30 years now this was heard 1991.
I always resonated to this song...never saw the video until now...awesome. Carly Simon, you are a beautiful genius of a siren.
So beautiful and talented
The smoke may be gone but the warmth lingers after 43 years. Just hooked-up with her recently
An amazing voice, lyric and music. Nobody does it better.
Her best song..so seductive
Awww Carly you make me melancholy. Take me back. Lost loves and sad goodbyes. Such a beautiful song.
LOVE CARLY VERY MUCH I DO
And there are the ones you had no chance to say good-bye to..
And I cried when he left me...and I think of you still....I have to say how these words haunt me. And Spanish Guitar music. Spain 1977. So long ago, and yet, just the other day.....
At 82 years old one might think that this "old guy" cannot experience the feedings that this song brings back to my memories. The "white nights" that me and a lovely young lady experienced in the 70's. I still feel the passion.
Bob, We are all, forever young.
Dolores M
It seems that those memories burn in my mind like embers from "the smoke from a different fire",
Ah, yes, "The Smoke From a Different Fire." Great Bozz Scaggs line from their song. Loved your post.
Dolores M Sometimes I can be prolific
Wondering how you are Bob? Hope the passion still burns.
I would play this album for hours...Saturday...
cleaning house...love Carly Simon so much
Eu faria o mesmo!Adorei seu comentário!
Abraços do Brasil!👍❤😉
“Better Not Tell Her” (1992) is about a woman who is giving advice to an ex-boyfriend about his current flame, telling him to acknowledge some of the truth about them, but not all of it :
“But if you slip and my name comes up
Don’t deny that you knew me
Just leave out the white nights”
Secretly, the narrator hopes that the ex will come around and rekindle their romance… 💚💘💙
Thanks Carly
One of my favorite songs from the 90’s
In short....Carly does not get much better than this.
Don't know how I missed this one back in 1990! Happy I found it in 2018. Have always liked Carly Simon. Music for grown-up people!
mature people, of all ages
This should have won Best Video of the Year, the song topping the charts. (I never heard it till last year. Another great statement on the music industry.) The pain caused by an affair - to everyone; but in this video, the least to the man. The pearls dropping towards the end, her white chair ... they speak volumes only Carly can sing. Thank you for posting something so poignant and perfectly done. (P.S. To paraphrase one rock icon, "Give the guitar player some." Superb playing by Mr. Jay Berliner.)
I'm not so sure it was an affair. She might be an ex, saying this to her former boyfriend, and still her love. They broke up, and she still loves him. They may run in some of the same circles, and she does not want trouble with his current, possibly in fear of losing all contact with the man. I would HOPE the man is smart enough to not put initials of an affair in his diary... but a then-gf, yes.
Always loved Carly s music. Comforting, and she is very talented.
She's just brilliant
One of the purest voices ever.
I love Carly Simon's music
One of the most talented singers/songwriters ever! Compared to today's so-called "stars (Lady Gaga, 50- Cent, etc.) she is light years ahead. Carly's music is still being played 25- 35 years later. Think most of today's "artists" will have their stuff played decades later?
Her words and melodies are gorgeous I just rediscovered this song, along with many of her other beautiful songs
carly simon, james taylor, carol King.
They wrote most of the good stuff for the past 30 years.
Not that Fluff that hits the charts, I'm talking about the stuff you remember.
need to add Gerry Goffin
Yes and I'm forever grateful
I love this song. Carly Simon is one of the greatest!
I keep coming back to listen again , again, I'm becoming a fan of Carly ,this is a good thing
Wonderful sensuous song. Wonderful sensuous video. Wonderful sensuous Carly.
Gorgeous, and one of my favorite of your songs.
Superb song - always especially loved that flourish of guitar after "why you love Spanish dancing".
TIME THAT SHE WAS IN THE R & R HALL OF FAME!
Such a beautiful voice,song,lady
Love this song it's sad I still meet people who have never heard it.
Carly Simon ❤ one of the most real, talented women of our time! ❤
🎶 🎵
Spent my summers on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard, so Carly is summertime with a sailboat on the ocean.
Worked for a radio station one summer and I had to work the board early on Sundays to broadcast the church service.
I'd get everything prepared, then crank BETTER NOT TELL ME on the program speakers in the studio- just me at 6am.
It was my blood pumping jam.
And yeah, I've briefly met Carly on the vineyard - it's hard not to, she's a local...and tall 😊
Say your hi and move on.
Miss the Boogies at the AC on Thursday nights in ob.
Miss the Taylor parties in Lamberts cove after the show 😅
TPD saw fit that they didn't last long 😢
Honestly this is one song I have to sing and dance to. The CD is wonderful/////
Just fantastic and Carly is so beautiful she can do no wrong for me.
Wow, no need for meat dresses, personal xrated videos, just talent and oozing sexiness and she can sing too. This has always been my second favorite Carly song.
the first?
shih che Chen You're so vain. Love those stories in a song.
Poor James...hehehe
My first is this one and 2nd one is Coming ARound again and 3rd, Let THe RIver Run
Great comment. "Meat dresses," lol.
Meat Dress? Haha damn
It's April; 7, 2019, and I still love this song and the outstanding musicianship. I will always come back for a drink of this....
I broke up with a guy and played this song over n over. Beautiful. Especially over glass of good wine
Hey Carly your song is a dream come true. Too bad there's so many stupid and evil people in this world. I really love you and your music. Those musicians of yours are tremendously good and like you highly inspirational. I love you dear and happiest of holidays to you and all of yours.
Who doesn't love this lady? She is the greatest confessional singer/songwriter of all time. ❤❤💯
Amazing song!!! It brings back great memories for me. Great video by the way. Amazing voice.
Yeah, great memories for me too. :)
i agree i am a grandmother already but better not tell her is in my memory box forever..
why not
Sometimes memories are our own private escape.
I have always loved Carly Simon the singer but also the person she is. Authentic, humble, talented, beautiful inside and outside! Her lyrics are never sexist....never putting down the opposite sex like most female singers do nowadays. Thank you Carly for respecting people and their differences, no matter what gender they are. You are one terrific person Mrs. Simon!
just hold on to your "precious memories" for as long as possible, for they r the only things that matter in this crazed world. Ms. Simon was from a prior world, so different, much kinder in many ways, especially in the art world. i give myself this " advice" each day, especially when i "slip & fall" music, my refuge, always " rescues & uplifts " me>
Happy 76th Birthday🎂🥳
i'm ' brave enough' to listen to this, late at night. it works! it's a great track! Carly Simon!
This is such a lovely song about lost love! One of my Carly favourites.
And I still love you beautiful Carly! ❤
I love this song but my absolute favorite song from this musician is GIVE ME ALL NIGHT.
Loved this
Don't worry Carly I'll never tell her.Well I better fire my semi up get out of Arizona and get to Atlanta.I'll be gear jamming and listening to your music all the way to the east coast like I do every week for the last 30 years.Love you Carly.AND I AM STILL YOUR BIGGEST FAN.ADIOS
I told her, the wife, and it’s my deepest regret
Holy shit. I’ve loved this song since it was first played on the radio back in the day. Not until today did I know there was a video. Very fantastic and underrated song by one of the greats.
Love her music!
The most beautiful song I ever heard. I still love you M.A.A.
Face of a Lioness, voice of an angel.
Cancer survivor.
sound of my life.
The new hildegaard.
This was for my ex lover.
I'd still die for your love.
That I still...love...you
By JOVE---that's one hell of a performance, of a very descriptive story, so familiar to many , and beautifully arranged too. One of Carly's very best. SMOKIN !!
I love the guitar solo!
Carly loved her rhythmic percussion
I love it even more today
Ronald
How can you not feel this.....brilliant, big happy sigh listening :-)
One of the greatest choruses to any song ever.
you re thé Best ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
still brings back the best memories , thank you Carly
What a great video!!
First heard this on an in-flight music channel in 1991. Loved it ever since. Great song pity it is not well known
I love that she always sings with a big smile....
still love this song in 2016 as much as i did when i heard it the first time!
My favorite song from a CD that's 22 years old.
Lovely song, Carly! Greetings from Madrid (Spain) where, as you said in lyrics, "the summer is hot"...
Fun fact in Carly's new book 'Touched by the Sun, My Friendship with Jackie'. Page 187, Carly tells that this vid was filmed on the beach in front of Jackie Kennedy's Aquinnah house on the Vineyard. Two great women.
Stunning song...!
Carly, like no other, unique, particular is her style all day that Simon girl, does it windy or rained on, no matter, then good!
Such a beautiful lady with just the greatest voice.
this song is beautifully depressing and sad
true
2019....and I still cant get enough of these songs. Im getting older, 69, but Bob Johnson is sooo right. they fill you with passion. "All that I want is yo" should have been the theme song for Fifty Shades. Wish I had the opportunity to see her in person.
.... Wow! .... Beautiful! .... "Fantasia ...... Red Dress Music!"
Oh Carly, I've Loved this Beautiful Song for a long long time 🎶🥰
Boy, this brings back memories!
Ah Martha’s Vineyard, with a woman I once loved..
Same gorgeaus singer Carly Simon. Beautiful song.
It's new to me, congratulations, Carly Simon. It's wonderful.
Carly I lost track of you catching up on the years your incredible , everyone tries to find out my originality in music myself, an you and I have similarities yet i have my own originality. Glad I knew your music funny everyone could not pin who influenced myself you are definitely were one. Thank you for your giving heart. Susan
Was a bit worried something was going to catch fire ? Lol :) great song
ya, her frizzy hair !
Uma voz espetacular , refinada e cativante obrigado Carly.
an incredible human being
Absolutely stunning just like fine wine she just got better with age. I can't imagine how sweet she's gotten now. Mmmmm that's all I can say I still believe in love.
This is very sensual.
Pretty song
You have the most incredible Smile's I've ever seen.
real passion
Summer ! Love this and the album❤