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How Can You Mend a Broken Heart

American Idol Season 6 - The Songs

By Bill Lamb, About.com

This song was the first #1 hit single by the Bee Gees. It was part of a string of hits by the brother group after they came back together following a group breakup in the late 60's.

Performer

Melinda Doolittle - May 8, 2007

Songwriters

Barry Gibb and Robin Gibb

Notable Recorded Version

  • Bee Gees #1 Pop (1971)
  • Al Green (1972)
  • Michael Buble #22 Adult Contemporary (2003)

Key Lyric Phrase

How can you mend a broken heart?
How can you stop the rain from falling down?
How can you stop the sun from shining?
What makes the world go round?

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