They're Playing Our Song

A Memoir

De: Carole Bayer Sager

Narrado por: Carole Bayer Sager

A New York Times bestseller from Grammy and Academy Award–winning songwriter Carole Bayer Sager shares “a delightful and funny tell-all crammed with famous names and famous songs” (Steve Martin), from her fascinating (and sometimes calamitous) relationships to her collaborations with the greatest composers and musical artists of our time.

For five decades, Carole Bayer Sager has been among the most admired and successful songwriters at work, responsible for her lyrical contributions to some of the most popular songs in the English language, including “Nobody Does It Better,” “A Groovy Kind of Love,” “Don’t Cry Out Loud,” and the theme from the movie Arthur, “The Best That You Can Do” (about getting caught between the moon and New York City).

She has collaborated with (and written for) a dizzying number of stars, including Peter Allen, Ray Charles, Celine Dion, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Clint Eastwood, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Carole King, Melissa Manchester, Reba McEntire, Bette Midler, Dolly Parton, Carly Simon, Frank Sinatra, and Barbra Streisand.

But while her professional life was filled with success and fascinating people, her personal life was far more difficult and dramatic. In this memoir that “reads like a candid conversation over a bottle of Mersault on a breezy Bel Air night” (Vanity Fair), Carole Bayer Sager tells the surprisingly frank and darkly humorous story of a woman whose sometimes crippling fears and devastating relationships inspired many of the songs she would ultimately write.

“This exceptionally candid memoir” (Los Angeles Times) will fascinate anyone interested in the craft of songwriting and the joy of collaboration, but They’re Playing Our Song is also a deeply personal account of how love and heartbreak made her the woman, and the writer, she is. “Carole Bayer Sager is simply the finest….and this book is one of the best, most lasting songs she has ever written” (Carly Simon).

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“Carole gives us a front row seat on the piano bench as she knocks out hit after hit with Marvin Hamlisch and Burt Bacharach, sits down with Bob Dylan in his barn, Michael Jackson in his studio, and Elizabeth Taylor on her bed (no, they didn’t churn out a hit, just a deep friendship). This is a funny, fast paced, heartfelt book by an accomplished and glamorous woman who openly shares her journey with us.” (Candice Bergen)

“From the hit-prone Carole Bayer Sager comes this delightful and funny tell-all crammed with famous names and famous songs. Every few pages you'll say to yourself, ‘I didn't realize she wrote that.’” (Steve Martin)

“Carole Bayer Sager is simply the finest. Having lived, loved and worked alongside gold standard major hitters like Marvin Hamlisch, Burt Bacharach, David Foster, and Peter Allen, she has had to be. Carole braids together lyrics the way Venus and Serena spin aces – repeatedly, miraculously – and this book is one of the best, most lasting songs she has ever written.” (Carly Simon)

“I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is genuinely funny, and Carole’s voice – bright, self-deprecating, but fearful and searching – comes through wonderfully well. The writing on Burt Bacharach is a highlight – really keenly observed – and the treatment of the depth of her despair over losing him is terrific.” (Bette Midler)

Sincere touching and relatable

Carole's story is interesting and relatable. I had seen her on Super Soul Sunday with Oprah and immediately bought the audible version of her book. I love that Carole read her story herself. There is no substitute for hearing an autobiography in the author's voice. I learned so much about her journey through life and how Carole's lyrics were her way of releasing feelings and connecting to others in hopes of touching and at times healing them. My very favorite part is the end of the book by which I believe Carole reveals the "secret" to a happy and well-lived life. I won't spoil it by revealing what she says. I encourage you to read (or, as I did-listen to) her story. There is much wisdom in it.

wonderful!

i totally enjoyed this audible! CBS is a gifted song writer & so many of her lyrics are part of my memories & experiences - such an honest and fascinating life! thank you for sharing your stories & relationships. always warm regards, js

A good one-time-through book

Had I written a review while listening, or immediately upon completion, I may have given it five stars across the board, because I found it very engaging. But it was like candy. I was a bit shocked by the dirt-dishing on Bachrach and others, having not read such a "tell-all" tale before, and didn't know what to make of that. But, like a good soap opera, the story led me on. Though the author's insecurities were sometimes a bit overwrought, it's good to see someone through time, and I'm glad I listened. My appreciation for her song-writing genius grew throughout the book. It's not, however, a work I would choose to listen to twice (my criteria for five stars).

Review of their playing our song

From the first word Carol utters I was transfixed! Being in the music business and Carol’s age, I knew all the people and moments she spoke of. Truly a great book!

So grateful she told her beautiful story!

This is the first book that I have bought as an audio download for my new iPad Pro and I absolutely love it - I love the fact that I can listen to the writer tell their story - And Carol speaks from her heart. I really admire her when they