Penthouse Serenade
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
With hinges on chimneys for stars to go by
A sweet slice of Heaven for just you and I
When we're alone
From all of society, we'll stay aloof
And live in propriety there on the roof
Two heavenly hermits we will be in truth
When we're alone
We'll see life's mad pattern
As we view old Manhattan
Then we can thank our lucky stars
That we're living as we are
In our little penthouse, we'll always contrive
To keep love and romance forever alive
In view of the Hudson just over the drive
When we're alone
We can thank our lucky stars
That we're living as we are
In our little penthouse, we'll always contrive
To keep love and romance forever alive
In view of the Hudson just over the drive
When we're alone
Penthouse Serenade
Marianne Faithfull's 'Penthouse Serenade' stands as a defining track from her early solo career, capturing the essence of mid-1960s British pop with its distinctive vocal delivery and atmospheric production. Recorded during a period when Faithfull was transitioning from her work with The Kinks to establishing her own identity, the song reflects the romantic and slightly melancholic mood characteristic of her early recordings. The track showcases her ability to blend pop sensibilities with a more intimate, storytelling approach that would become a hallmark of her discography. As part of her broader body of work from this era, 'Penthouse Serenade' remains a notable example of the era's sound, highlighting her unique voice and the collaborative spirit of the time.