About The Song
“Killing Me Softly With His Song” is a famous track by Roberta Flack, released in 1973 on her album “Killing Me Softly”. Initially inspired by Lori Lieberman’s experience, Flack heard Lieberman’s version on a plane from Los Angeles to New York and decided to record her own rendition. It stayed at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts for 5 weeks. The song won Record of the Year at the Grammys in 1974.
Roberta Flack’s “Killing Me Softly With His Song” revolves around the profound impact of music on emotions and the soul. It reflects the experience of being overwhelmed by someone’s music, as if the singer understands the listener’s pain and experiences. The song’s lyrics depict a listener’s emotional response to a singer’s performance, capturing the impact of the music on their feelings. It became one of Flack’s signature songs, showcasing her soulful vocal style and earning critical acclaim and commercial success.