The World Turns All Around Her

"The World Turns All Around Her" is one of several songs written by Clark with lyrics about broken love and the pain of teenage romance. The song has been described as being about "the unrealized potential of womanhood." According to music critic Johnny Rogan, the theme of the song is "understanding through loss." Rogan feels that applying this music to "a plaintive love song" reinforces the impact of the lyrics. Clark was reportedly pleased with the effect, stating "I liked the song very much. I thought the fast, electric treatment worked out OK." Rogan praised the vocal harmonies but felt that the instrument playing was a little too loose. ==Recording==

"The World Turns All Around Her" was recorded on August 28, 1965, at Columbia Recording Studio A in Hollywood, California. The Byrds also recorded "She Don't Care About Time" at that session. ==Reception==

AllMusic critic Richie Unterberger describes "The World Turns All Around Her" as a "strong composition." Clark biographer John Einarson described it as "indicative of [Clark's] expanding poetic vision" and one of the highlights of Turn! Turn! Turn!. Pitchfork contributor Joe Tangari describes it as "exquisite pop" and Rolling Stone contributor Billy Altman described it as "thoughtful, original pop." Writer Jeremy Simmonds described it as a "timeless number." "The World Turns All Around Her" appeared on several Byrds' compilation albums, including The Byrds (1990 box set), The Very Best of The Byrds (1997), and The Essential Byrds (2003). ==Other versions==

The Byrds recorded an alternate mix of "The World Turns All Around Her" that incorporated bongo drums. ==References==