Coming Around Again
Carly Simon · Coming Around Again [1987]
Mommy pleases
Daddy breezes in
So good on paper
So romantic
But so bewildering
I know nothing stays the same
But if you're willing to play the game
It's coming around again
So don't mind if I fall apart
There's more room in a broken heart
You pay the grocer
Fix the toaster
Kiss the host goodbye
Then you break a window
burn the Soufflé
Scream the lullaby
I know nothing stays the same
But if you're willing to play the game
It's coming around again
So don't mind if I fall apart
There's more room in a broken heart
And I believe in love
But what else can I do
I'm so in love with you
I know nothing stays the same
But if you're willing to play the game
It will be coming around again...
Carly Simon - Coming Around Again
Released in 1987, 'Coming Around Again' stands as a poignant song in Carly Simon's later discography, marking a shift toward more introspective and acoustic-driven arrangements compared to her earlier pop-rock era. The track exemplifies Simon's enduring ability to weave personal narrative with universal themes of reconciliation and emotional resilience. Recorded with a stripped-down production style, the song highlights her signature vocal delivery, characterized by a blend of vulnerability and strength. While not a chart-topping single in the same vein as her 1970s hits, the recording has gained significant appreciation among fans for its mature songwriting and the quiet intimacy of its performance. It serves as a testament to Simon's continued relevance and her capacity to explore complex human relationships through music across decades.