About the song
“September Morn”, the title track from Neil Diamond’s 1979 studio album, is a timeless classic that has captivated audiences worldwide with its lush orchestration and soaring vocals. As the thirteenth studio album from the American singer-songwriter, “September Morn” marked a new chapter in Diamond’s illustrious career, showcasing his ability to evolve and experiment with different sounds.
The album itself is a testament to Diamond’s versatility, featuring a disco-infused rendition of the Motown classic “Dancing in the Street” and a reimagined version of his own hit song “I’m a Believer”. However, it’s the title track “September Morn” that truly stands out as a masterpiece. With its simple yet powerful piano melody, the song builds into a sweeping ballad that showcases Diamond’s incredible vocal range and emotional depth.
Critics at the time praised the song’s grandeur, with Cash Box describing it as a “lushly orchestrated ballad” that highlights Diamond’s “awesome vocal talent”. Record World echoed this sentiment, noting that the song’s full-blown chorus is a testament to Diamond’s skill as a vocalist. While some critics, such as The Boston Globe, felt that the song was a bit too subdued, the majority of reviewers agreed that “September Morn” was a standout track that solidified Diamond’s position as one of the greatest singer-songwriters of his generation.
The song’s impact was not limited to critical acclaim, as it also achieved significant commercial success. “September Morn” peaked at number 17 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and spent two weeks at number one on the Canadian Adult Contemporary charts. To this day, the song remains one of Diamond’s most beloved and enduring hits, a testament to his enduring legacy as a masterful songwriter and performer.
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Lyrics
Stay for just a while
Stay and let me look at you
It’s been so long, I hardly knew you
Standing in the door
Stay with me a while
I only wanna talk to you
We’ve traveled halfway ’round the world
To find ourselves again
September morn
We danced until the night
Became a brand new day
Two lovers playing scenes
From some romantic play
September morning
Still can make me feel that way
Look at what you’ve done
Why, you’ve become a grown-up girl
I still can hear you crying
In a corner of your room
And look how far we’ve come
So far from where we used to be
But not so far that we’ve forgotten
How it was before
September morn
Do you remember
How we danced that night away
Two lovers playing scenes
From some romantic play
September morning
Still can make me feel that way
September morn
We danced until the night
Became a brand new day
Two lovers playing scenes
From some romantic play
September morning
Still can make me feel that way
September morn
We danced until the night
Became a brand new day
Two lovers playing scenes
From some romantic play
September morning
Still can make me feel that way
September morning
Still can make me feel that way