“One Less Bell to Answer” is a soulful ballad performed by American vocal group The 5th Dimension. The song was released in 1970 on their album “Portrait” and written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
“One Less Bell to Answer” features the expressive lead vocals of Marilyn McCoo and poignant lyrics. The narrator laments the absence of a loved one and the heartache that comes with unrequited love. The song’s title refers to the idea that with the person gone, there’s one less bell to answer, meaning one less worry or problem to deal with.
The emotional depth of the song, combined with The 5th Dimension’s harmonious vocals, resonated with listeners. “One Less Bell to Answer” became one of the group’s biggest hits, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
The song’s melancholic melody and introspective lyrics have made it a timeless classic. It has been covered by various artists over the years, but The 5th Dimension’s rendition remains iconic, capturing the essence of love and heartbreak in its soulful delivery.
