Carole King's "It's Too Late," one of the biggest singles of 1971 and a centerpiece of the Tapestry album, has a secret most listeners never even considered: the lyrics weren't written by King at all.

Carole KingAlbum: Tapestry (1971)Songwriter: Carole King & Toni SternChart: Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 (5 consecutive weeks) / ...

A defining breakup hit of the early 1970s topped the Billboard charts 55 years ago today, cementing its place as a timeless anthem of heartbreak and reflection. Carole King's "It's Too Late" was one ...

Carole King's "It's Too Late," one of the biggest singles of 1971 and a centerpiece of the Tapestry album, has a secret most listeners never even considered: the lyrics weren't written by King at all.