1972 No. 1 Hit Became a Career-Defining Classic

Gilbert O’Sullivan’s ‘Alone Again (Naturally)’ soared to No. 1 in 1972, becoming a timeless hit that defined a generation.
American Songwriter

The Story and Meaning Behind “Alone Again (Naturally),” Gilbert O’Sullivan’s Lovely (If Depressing) Chart-Topper

People love to wallow, which explains why songs like “Alone Again (Naturally),” a No. 1 hit by Gilbert O’Sullivan in 1971, garner such attention. It’s not enough, of course, to just pile up a laundry ...