Father Figure
George Michael
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That's all I wanted Something special, something sacred In your eyes For just one moment To be bold and naked At your side Sometimes I think that you'll never Understand me Maybe this time is forever Say it can be, whoa That's all you wanted Something special, someone sacred In your life Just for one moment To be warm and naked At my side Sometimes I think that you'll never Understand me But something tells me together We'd be happy, oh oh (Baby) I will be your father figure (Oh baby) Put your tiny hand in mine (I'd love to) I will be your preacher teacher (Be your daddy) Anything you have in mind (It would make me) I will be your father figure (Very happy) I have had enough of crime (Please let me) I will be the one who loves you 'Til the end of time That's all I wanted But sometimes love can be mistaken For a crime That's all I wanted Just to see my baby's Blue eyes shine This time I think that my lover Understands me If we have faith in each other Then we can be Strong, baby I will be your father figure Put your tiny hand in mine I will be your preacher teacher Anything you have in mind I will be your father figure I have had enough of crime I will be the one who loves you 'Til the end of time If you are the desert I'll be the sea If you ever hunger Hunger for me Whatever you ask for That's what I'll be So when you remember the ones who have lied Who said that they cared But then laughed as you cried Beautiful darling Don't think of me Because all I ever wanted It's in your eyes, baby And love can't lie, no (Greet me with the eyes of a child) My love is always tellin' me so (Heaven is a kiss and a smile) Just hold on, hold on I won't let you go, my baby I will be your father figure Put your tiny hand in mine I will be your preacher teacher Anything you have in mind, baby I will be your father figure I have had enough of crime (So I am gonna love you) 'Til the end of time I will be your father I will be your preacher I will be your daddy, whoa I will be the one who loves you 'til the end of time
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Written by: GEORGE MICHAEL
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15 facts about this song
Creation"Father Figure" was written and produced by George Michael himself, demonstrating his multifaceted musical skills.
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ReleaseThe song was originally released on January 2, 1988, making it George Michael's first single to be released in 1988.
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AlbumThe song is a part of George Michael's debut solo album, "Faith," which was a critical and commercial success.
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Genre"Father Figure" is typically categorized as a pop song, with a touch of soul and R&B influences.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being a somewhat controversial song, "Father Figure" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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DurationThe track has a relatively long duration for a pop single, clocking in at just over five and a half minutes.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by George Michael and Andy Morahan, features supermodel Tania Coleridge. It tells a story of an illicit affair between a cab driver (Michael) and a high-fashion model.
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LyricsThough the title suggests a fatherly theme, the song has a romantic undertone, which reflected Michael's approach to complex and mature narratives in songwriting.
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Awards"Father Figure" was nominated for multiple awards, though it didn't win any major ones. Its success was, however, integral to the overall acclaim of the "Faith" album.
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Live PerformancesGeorge Michael performed "Father Figure" live many times. One prominent rendition took place during his famous 1991 "Cover to Cover" tour.
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LegacyWhile George Michael had many hits, "Father Figure" is often considered one of his timeless classics due to its unique sound, its narrative, and its contribution to his solo career.
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SamplingThe song has been sampled by other artists, most notably by LL Cool J in his song "Father."
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InterpretationSome music critics and fans interpret "Father Figure" as an exploration of Michael's own sexuality and the societal pressures he was under as a popular music artist in the 1980s.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Father Figure," including Sam Smith on BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2017, showing the song's lasting influence.
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Re-releaseThe song was re-released in 2017, following George Michael's death, along with the rest of the "Faith" album, introducing the hit single to a new generation of listeners.
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