Top of the World was written by Richard Carpenter and John Bettis. The inspiration for the lyrics came from the happiness Carpenter was experiencing in his personal life, mirroring a sense of optimism and contentment. It was first recorded by The Carpenters in 1972 and featured on their album A Song for You. It became one of the duos most famous songs, achieving worldwide success. Its uplifting lyrics and pleasant melody captured the hearts of ma ... See more [+] ny, making it an anthem of joy and positivity.
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Such a feeling's coming over me, there is wonder in most every thing I see
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Not a cloud in the sky, got the sun in my eyes
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And I won't be surprised if it's a dream
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Everything I want the world to be, is now coming true especial ly for me
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And the reason is clear, it's because you are here
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You're the nearest thing to heaven that I've seen
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I'm on top of the world looking down on creation
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And the only expla nation I can find
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Is the love that I've found, ever since you've been a round
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Your love's put me at the top of the world
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Something in the wind has learned my name
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And it's telling me that things are not the same
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In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze
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There's a pleasing sense of happiness for me
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There is only one wish on my mind
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When this day is through I hope that I will find
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That to morrow will be just the same for you and me
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All I need will be mine if you are here
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I'm on the top of the world looking down on creation
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And the only expla nation I can find
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Is the love that I've found, ever since you've been a round
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Your love's put me at the top of the world
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I'm on the top of the world looking down on creation
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And the only expla nation I can find
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Is the love that I've found, ever since you've been a round