"This Masquerade" is a song written by American singer and musician #LeonRussell. It was originally recorded in 1972 by Russell for his album #Carney and as a #Bside for the album's hit single "#TightRope". The song was then covered on #HelenReddy's 1972 album, #IAmWoman. It was then recorded by American vocal duo, #theCarpenters, for their 1973 album #NowAndThen and as the B-side of the Carpenters's single "#PleaseMrPostman". Three years later.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgl1hQmjITY
@50years_music I thought that George Benson did a big hit version of "This Masquerade" as well. Actually thought it was the original.
@tinygirl Yes, the link is to the George Benson version.