Wow, Leo! Smooth as silk, great rendition and recital too. 🙂

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Here is Santana’s take ~

She’s Not There

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Lyrics

Well, no one told me about her, the way she lied
Well, no one told me about her, how many people cried
But it’s too late to say you’re sorry
How would I know, why should I care?
Please don’t bother tryin’ to find her
She’s not there
Well, let me tell you ’bout the way she looked
The way she’d act and the colour of her hair
Her voice was soft and cool
Her eyes were clear and bright
But she’s not there
Well, no one told me about her, what could I do?
Well, no one told me about her, though they all knew
But it’s too late to say you’re sorry
How would I know, why should I care?
Please don’t bother tryin’ to find her
She’s not there
Well, let me tell you ’bout the way she looked
The way she’d act and the colour of her hair
Her voice was soft and cool
Her eyes were clear and bright
But she’s not there
But it’s too late to say you’re sorry
How would I know, why should I care?
Please don’t bother tryin’ to find her
She’s not there
Well, let me tell you ’bout the way she looked
The way she’d act and the colour of her hair
Her voice was soft and cool
Her eyes were clear and bright
But she’s not there

Source: Musixmatch

Songwriters: Rod Argent

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AI Overview

“She’s Not There” by The Zombies tells the story of a narrator lamenting the end of a relationship, focusing on his ex-girlfriend’s deceptive nature and the pain she caused. The lyrics highlight her allure (“her voice was soft and cool, her eyes were clear and bright”) while simultaneously revealing that she wasn’t genuine (“she’s not there”). The song also subtly critiques the narrator’s friends who were aware of her flaws but didn’t warn him.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
The Deceptive Girl:
The song centers on a woman who has left the narrator heartbroken. He describes her as beautiful and captivating, yet her outward charm masked a lack of sincerity.
Betrayal by Friends:
The narrator expresses frustration with his friends who knew about her true nature but didn’t warn him, emphasizing the line “Well no one told me about her, though they all knew”.
Absence and Void:
The repeated refrain “She’s not there” signifies both her physical absence and the emotional void she left behind. It also implies that her charming exterior was a facade, as she’s not actually the person she appeared to be.
Musical Complexity:
The song is notable for its distinctive electric piano sound, courtesy of Rod Argent, and its folk-influenced three-part harmony vocals, according to Wikipedia.
The song was written by Rod Argent, who also composed the music, and says American Songwriter that it was inspired by a feeling of rejection and anger. He wanted to create a moody verse with a blues scale, ending with a major chord and then returning to the minor key, a structure that is reflected in the song’s arrangement.
This video features a discussion about the song’s structure and Rod Argent’s inspiration for it:

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The Zombies Music
YouTube · 15 Oct 2018

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https://www.loudersound.com/features/the-story-behind-shes-not-there-by-the-zombies

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Good one Leo, well done brings back memories this tune.