About the song
“Wild World” is a timeless classic by the legendary British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens. Released in 1970 as part of his album “Tea for the Tillerman,” the song has left an indelible mark on the music landscape, captivating audiences with its poignant lyrics and melodic charm.
Cat Stevens, also known as Yusuf Islam, wrote “Wild World” during a period of personal and artistic evolution. The song reflects his introspective journey and explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of relationships. With its soulful vocals and acoustic guitar-driven melody, “Wild World” resonates with listeners on a deeply emotional level.
Upon its release, “Wild World” quickly climbed the charts, reaching number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 4 on the UK Singles Chart. Its widespread success solidified Cat Stevens’ reputation as one of the most influential singer-songwriters of his generation.
The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal appeal and timeless quality. Its heartfelt lyrics and evocative melody continue to resonate with audiences of all ages, transcending the boundaries of time and genre.
Cat Stevens’ “Wild World” remains a beloved classic, cherished by fans around the world for its sincerity and beauty. Whether you’re rediscovering this iconic track or hearing it for the first time, “Wild World” invites listeners on a heartfelt journey through the highs and lows of love and life.
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Lyrics
Now that I’ve lost everything to you
You say you want to start something new
And it’s breaking my heart you’er leaving
Baby, I’m greaving
But if you want to leave, take good care
Hope you have a lot of nice things to wear
Then a lot of things turn bad out there
Oh baby, baby, it’s a wild world
It’s hard to get by just upon a smile
Oh baby, baby, it’s a wild world
I’ll always remember you like a child, girl
You know I’ve seen a lot of what the world can do
And it’s breaking my heart in two
Because I never want to see you sad, girl
Don’t be a bad girl
But if you want to leave, take good care
Hope you make a lot of nice friends out there
But just remember there’s a lot of bad and beware
Beware
Oh, baby, baby, it’s a wild world
It’s hard to get by just upon a smile
Oh baby, baby, it’s a wild world
And I’ll always remember you like a child, girl
Baby, I love you
But if you want to leave, take good care
Hope you make a lot of nice friends out there
But just remember there’s a lot of bad and beware
Beware
Oh, baby, baby, it’s a wild world
It’s hard to get by just upon a smile
Oh, baby, baby, it’s a wild world
And I’ll always remember you like a child, girl
Oh, baby, baby, it’s a wild world
And it’s hard to get by just upon a smile
Oh, baby, baby, it’s a wild world
And I’ll always remember you like a child, girl