Call On Me
Chicago
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The feelin' was clear Clear as a blue sky on a Sunday day Everything was you, woah oh 'Cause no one made me feel The way I felt with you, oh oh Call on me 'cause I love you You know I do You love me too Then came a change When I said I would soon be leavin' you Nothin' else to do Please remember I never lose the thought of you Call on me 'cause I love you You know I do You love me too Oh, oh, oh, oh You've got to find Someone else to somehow take my place Share his life with you, woah oh But if you need a friend You can always count on me Count on me 'cause I love you You know I do You love me too You can count on me oh You can count on me You can count on me baby You can count on me You can count on me oh You can count on me You can count on me baby You can count on me You can count on me oh You can count on me You can count on me baby You can count on me You can count on me oh You can count on me You can count on me baby You can count on me
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Written by: LEE LOUGHNANE
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10 facts about this song
Release"Call on Me" was released as the second single from Chicago's 1974 album, "Chicago VII."
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Billboard ChartsThe song reached number 6 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of their most successful singles.
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Songwriter"Call on Me" was written by the band's trombone player, Lee Loughnane. It was the first song Loughnane wrote on his own for the band.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics are about the inherent power of friendship and the willingness to help someone when they're in need.
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Album SuccessThe album, "Chicago VII," on which "Call on Me" features, peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Pop Albums Chart, becoming the band's third consecutive chart-topper.
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Song CreditsBeyond Loughnane, who provided vocals, horns and trumpet, the track also highlights the work of the band's drummer, Daniel Seraphine, and singer/keyboard player, Robert Lamm.
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Official Music VideoUnlike some of their other tracks, there isn't an official music video for "Call on Me."
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Live PerformancesChicago often performs "Call on Me" during their live concerts, and it remains a fan favorite.
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Cover VersionsAlthough not as frequently covered as some other Chicago songs, "Call on Me" has been performed by several bands at cover concerts.
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Critic Reception"Call on Me" received positive reviews from critics, driving its success on release. The song's uplifting vibe and the band's distinctive brass sound were often mentioned as highlights.
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