Killing Me Softly With His Song Mina

"Killing Me Softly With His Song" by Mina, released in 1973, is a #Pop ballad that explores themes of vulnerability, emotional connection, and the power of music. The lyrics convey how a singer's song resonates deeply with the listener's own experiences. Unique elements include Mina's emotive vocal delivery and orchestral arrangement, which enhance its poignant impact. The song has influenced numerous covers and remains a classic in popular culture.

Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song

I heard he sang a good song
I heard he had a style
And so I came to see him
To listen for a while
And there he was this young boy
A stranger to my eyes

Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
Telling my whole life with his words
Killing me softly with his song

I felt all flushed with fever
Embarrassed by the crowd
I felt he found my letters
And read each one out loud
I prayed that he would finish
But he just kept right on

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