Mary Hopkin – Those Were the Days

Those Were the Days

Hey music lovers! Today, I want to take you on a trip down memory lane with a timeless classic that will transport you to a different era. I’m talking about the iconic song “Those Were the Days” by Mary Hopkin.

Released in 1969 as part of her debut album “Postcard,” this song quickly became a sensation and solidified Hopkin’s place in music history. With her angelic voice and heartfelt delivery, she captured the hearts of listeners around the world.

The composition of “Those Were the Days” is actually a cover of a Russian folk song called “Dorogoi dlinnoyu.” The English lyrics were written by Gene Raskin, and the song was produced by Paul McCartney of The Beatles. Yes, you read that right – the legendary Paul McCartney himself!

The song’s nostalgic lyrics and melancholic melody perfectly capture the bittersweet feeling of reminiscing about the past. It’s a beautiful ode to the memories we hold dear and the longing for simpler times. Listening to it feels like stepping into a sepia-toned photograph, where every note and word evokes a sense of nostalgia.

Over the years, “Those Were the Days” has been covered by various artists, but none have quite captured the magic of Hopkin’s original rendition. Its influence can still be felt today, as it continues to be played on radio stations and featured in movies and TV shows.

If you haven’t had the pleasure of listening to this timeless gem, I highly recommend giving it a spin. It’s a song that will transport you to a different era and make you appreciate the beauty of the past.

So, grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let Mary Hopkin’s enchanting voice take you on a journey through time. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!

For more information about Mary Hopkin and her music, you can visit her official website or check out her album “Postcard” on Google Play.

So, what are you waiting for? Discover the magic of “Those Were the Days” and let it transport you to a different time and place. Happy listening!

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Those Were the Days – Mary Hopkin lyrics

🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤

Once upon a time there was a tavern
Where we used to raise a glass or two
Remember how we laughed away the hours
Think of all the great things we would do?

Those were the days, my friend
We thought they’d never end
We’d sing and dance forever and a day
We’d live the life we choose
We’d fight and never lose
For we were young and sure to have our way
La-la-la-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da, la-da-da-da-da

Then the busy years went rushing by us
We lost our starry notions on the way
If by chance I’d see you in the tavern
We’d smile at one another and we’d say

Those were the days, my friend
We thought they’d never end
We’d sing and dance forever and a day
We’d live the life we choose
We’d fight and never lose
Those were the days, oh yes, those were the days
La-la-la-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da

Just tonight I stood before the tavern
Nothing seemed the way it used to be
In the glass I saw a strange reflection
Was that lonely woman really me?

Those were the days, my friend
We thought they’d never end
We’d sing and dance forever and a day
We’d live the life we choose
We’d fight and never lose
Those were the days, oh yes, those were the days
La-la-la-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da

Through the door, there came familiar laughter
I saw your face and heard you call my name
Oh, my friend, we’re older but no wiser
For in our hearts, the dreams are still the same

Those were the days, my friend
We thought they’d never end
We’d sing and dance forever and a day
We’d live the life we choose
We’d fight and never lose
Those were the days, oh yes, those were the days
La-la-la-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
La-la-la-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da

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La-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-la