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According to Billboard , the song was a massive global success:

Nilsson originally wanted a stark, piano-only version. Producer Richard Perry convinced him to record it as a grand "monster-ballad" featuring a full orchestra arranged by Paul Buckmaster. harry_nilsson_without_you_1972_hd

Harry Nilsson ’s version of stands as one of the most iconic power ballads of the 1970s. Released in October 1971 as a single from his album Nilsson Schmilsson , it became his only number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100, beginning a four-week run at the top on February 19, 1972 . Key Facts and Production According to Billboard , the song was a

The performance earned Nilsson the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male in 1973. Chart Performance (1972) Released in October 1971 as a single from

The song was originally written and recorded by Pete Ham and Tom Evans of the band Badfinger for their 1970 album No Dice .

Nilsson first heard the song at a party in Laurel Canyon and mistook it for a Beatles track. Upon learning it was by Badfinger, he decided to record a cover.

His soaring vocal performance, noted for its incredible range, was famously captured in just one take .