Why Didn't You Call Me

Macy Gray

About Why Didn't You Call Me

"Why Didn't You Call Me" is the fourth and final single from Macy Gray's debut album, On How Life Is (1999).


Year:
1999
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We went out one night
Everything went right
We got something started
It was outta sight
We had such a good time
Hey! Why didn't you call me?
I thought I'd see you again

By the phone I wait
String into space
Thinking about our first kiss
Out on our first date
We had such a good time
Hey! Why didn't you call me?
I thought I'd see you again

Why don't you call me again?
And I'm gonna ask
When I see you again
Thought you would be my man my lover my friend
I never thought it would end so quickly
It would end

I've resorted to
Hanging up on you
I know you know it's me
How else will I talk to you
We had such a good time
Hey! Why didn't you call me?
I thought I'd see you again

Why don't you call me again?
And I'm gonna ask
When I see you again
Thought you would be my man my lover my friend
I never thought it would end so quickly
We had such a good time
Hey! Why didn't you call me?
I thought I'd see you
I thought I'd see you
I thought I'd see you again

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Macy Gray

Macy Gray (born September 6, 1969) is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress, famed for her distinctive raspy voice, and a singing style heavily influenced by Billie Holiday and Betty Davis. more »

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Written by: Macy Gray, Jeremy Ruzumna

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10 facts about this song

Album Association
"Why Didn't You Call Me" is a track from Macy Gray's debut album, "On How Life Is," which was released in 1999.
Chart Statistics
The song reached number 25 on the UK Singles Chart and even made an appearance on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Music Video
The music video for "Why Didn't You Call Me" features Macy Gray attending a movie premiere before being stood up by her date.
Song Meaning
The song tells a tale about a potential relationship where the other person never called her back for another date, even though they seemingly had a good time together.
Songwriters
"Why Didn't You Call Me" was written by Macy Gray and Jeremy Ruzumna.
Production Team
The song was produced by both Macy Gray and Andrew Slater, who was well-known for working with artists like Fiona Apple and The Wallflowers.
Grammy Nominations
"Why Didn't You Call Me" was part of the album that earned Gray three Grammy nominations in 2001, with the singer winning Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for her hit song "I Try".
Soundtrack Inclusion
The track was included in the soundtrack for the film "Love, Simon," which was released in 2018.
Live Performances
Macy Gray has performed "Why Didn't You Call Me" at numerous live events, including the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
Cover Versions
Gray's track "Why Didn't You Call Me" has been covered by several artists, such as Alex Parks, showing its lasting influence.

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