Call Me Back Again

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About Call Me Back Again

"Call Me Back Again" is a song credited to Paul and Linda McCartney and performed by Wings. It was originally released on the album Venus and Mars. It was performed throughout their world tours in Australia and America and a live version was included on the album Wings Over America. It was also included on the compilation album Wingspan: Hits and History. The song was also included on the theatrical version of the film Rockshow, documenting the Wings 1976 tour, but was excluded from the laserdisc version of the film. The song was also used as McCartney's entry on the iTunes exclusive 4-track Beatles EP 4: John Paul George Ringo, released in 2014.  


Year:
2001
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Well when I, when I was just a little baby boy
Every night I would call, your number brought me joy
I called your house, every night since then
But I ain't never, no no never heard you calling me
Come on and call me back again
Come on call me back again
I've heard your name every night since then
But I ain't never, no no never
Heard you calling me
Come on and call me back again
Yeah all me back again

Well when I, when I was
Just a little baby boy
Every night, every night I would call
Because your number brought me joy

Oh I've called your name every night since then
But I ain't never, no, no, no, no, never heard you calling me
Come on and call me back again
Come on and call me back again

Come on and (call me back again)
Come on and call me
Ooh boo boo boo babe
Call me back again, ooh (call me back again)

(Call me back again)
Now won't you call me?
Call me back again
I ain't never heard you
So why don't you call me back again?

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Wings

Wings (also known as Paul McCartney & Wings) were a British rock group formed in 1971 by Paul McCartney with his wife Linda McCartney, session drummer Denny Seiwell and former Moody Blues guitarist Denny Laine. Wings were noted for frequent personnel changes as well as commercial success, going through three lead guitarists and four drummers. However, the core trio of the McCartneys and Laine remained intact throughout the group's tenure. more »

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Written by: LINDA MCCARTNEY, PAUL MCCARTNEY

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11 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Call Me Back Again" is a song by the British rock band Wings.
Release Information
It was first released on their 1975 album "Venus and Mars."
Song Credits
The song was written by Paul McCartney and his wife Linda McCartney who were the key members of Wings.
Song Style
The song is known for its soulful tone.
Live Performances
"Call Me Back Again" was part of Wings' set during their World Tour in 1975.
Single Release
The song was also issued as the A-side of a single in the United States but it failed to chart.
Musical Composition
The song's emotional depth contrasts with most of the other light-hearted songs on the "Venus and Mars" album. It's a powerful bluesy ballad which perfectly shows off McCartney's vocal prowess.
Personal Meaning
The song is believed to be about the loneliness McCartney felt at the height of his fame with the Beatles, with its lyrics expressing a sense of longing.
Album Success
Despite the single's lack of success, the "Venus and Mars" album was a commercial success. It topped the albums charts in the U.S. and reached No.1 in multiple countries around the world.
Impact on Pop Culture
While not the most famous or significant of Wings' songs, "Call Me Back Again" retains a cult following among many McCartney fans for its emotional depth and strong vocal performance from McCartney.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "Call Me Back Again" for its emotion and McCartney's vocal performance, although the song has largely slipped out of Wings' recognized canon.

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