Starting Over, also known as (Just Like) Starting Over, is a song written and performed by John Lennon. He penned the song as a tribute to his relationship with Yoko Ono, symbolizing a fresh start for the couple after a period of separation. The song reflects Lennons desire to return to the simple roots of rock and roll, while celebrating renewed love. It was released following a five-year hiatus from the music industry during which Lennon took a ... See more [+] break to raise his son, Sean. Tragically, Starting Over was released shortly before Lennons assassination in New York in December 1980, making it one of his final recordings.
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Introduction:
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Our life, together, is so precious, together,
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we have grown, we have grown.
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Although our love, is still special,
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let's take a chance and fly away, somewhere alone.
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It's been too long since we took the time,
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No one's to blame. I know time flies so quickly.
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But, when I see you darlin',
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It's like we both are fallin' in love, again, it'll be,
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just like starting over. Starting over.
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Every day we used to make it, love.
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Why can't we be makin' love, nice and easy?
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It's time to spread our wings and,
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fly. Don't let another day go by, my love, it'll be,
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just like starting over. Starting over.
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Why don't we take off alone,
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take a trip somewhere far, far away.
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We'll be together all alone, again,
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like we used to be in the early days. Well, well dar - lin'
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It's been too long since we took the time,
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No one's to blame. I know time flies so quickly.
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But, when I see you darlin'
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It's like we both are falling in love, again, it'll be
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just like starting over. Starting over.
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Our life, together, is so precious, together,
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we have grown, we have grown.
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F#m/A
Although our love, is still special,
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let's take a chance and fly away, somewhere...
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(repeat and fade out) There you have it. This is not that difficult, and it's a great song. So, hope you enjoy. FRANK MINELLA.