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Thomas Lyle Stephens (@tlsteel) |
"Reflections of My Life" was a 1969/1970 hit single for the Scottish band, Marmalade. It was written by their lead guitarist, Junior Campbell, and singer Dean Ford (credited to his birth name, Thomas McAleese). Released in late 1969, it was the band's first release on Decca following an earlier spell at CBS.
The song went on to chart worldwide, reaching No. 3 in the UK in 1969, No. 10 in the US on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1970, and No. 7 on the Cash Box Top 100. Initial sales were significant in both countries, and the one-million mark was reached in November 1971, when the group was presented with a gold disc for global sales. The track featured a lead vocal by Ford backed by vocal harmonies, and included a reverse tape guitar solo (backmasking) by Campbell.
"Reflections of My Life" has produced sales of over two million units. In 1998, the writers were awarded a Special Citation of Achievement by the BMI for attaining radio broadcast performances in excess of one million in the US alone.
This is my cover. I thank you for your listening and comments.

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Joyce:
@tlsteel Hi Tom..Good song choice and the singing of it.. Thanks for posting it
Apr 23rd 2026, 1:52 pm Report
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Mark Foote:
@tlsteel hi Tom. Gosh, I had forgotten about this one . My, we were blessed with so many amazing songs back then. So pleased you brought this hit back for us to enjoy. Loved the song choice and your singing was amazing Tom. Have a great night buddy.
Apr 23rd 2026, 4:02 pm Report
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Jerry:
Jerry: Another masterpiece! What a great talent you are. I love your recording!,
Apr 23rd 2026, 4:13 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@tlsteel This is an awesome cover of this song, Tom! You blended perfectly with the background singers making this an outstanding listen! I remember this song very well and your rendition is reflective of the original. You can be very proud of this recording. Loved it!….:-)
Apr 23rd 2026, 9:52 pm Report
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Robert Hopkins:
@tlsteel enjoyed my listen today, well done
Apr 24th 2026, 4:45 am Report
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Don DelRay:
@tlsteel Hi Robert, I wrote a song with the same title many years ago intended for Willie Nelson, YOU DID A GREAT JOB ON THIS!
Apr 24th 2026, 5:26 am Report
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Jay Dotson:
Jay455Great song and performance Thomas this was such a great listen enjoyed
Apr 24th 2026, 9:14 am Report
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Bev:
@tlsteel Awesome song and a great sing here Tom. Loved my listen this afternoon. ❤♫
Apr 24th 2026, 10:19 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@cash Thank you Cash
Apr 27th 2026, 7:04 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@joyceishere Thank you Joyce.
Apr 27th 2026, 7:09 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@markstunes Thank you Mark.
Apr 27th 2026, 7:15 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@jerry Thank you Jerry.
Apr 27th 2026, 7:20 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@onefortheroad Thank you Keith
Apr 27th 2026, 7:24 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@dondelray Thank you Don
Apr 27th 2026, 8:53 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@neon48 Thank you Neon.
Apr 27th 2026, 8:55 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@jay455 Thank you Jay
Apr 27th 2026, 8:56 am Report
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Thomas Lyle Stephens:
@bevb Thank you Bev.
Apr 27th 2026, 9:00 am Report
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