Dear Angie
Badfinger
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Dear Angie, just these lines to confirm something you may know Dear Angie, please excuse the writing, it's my nerves, you know When you caught your train today You took my heart and soul away I can't wait 'til Friday night To see you, touch you, hold you tight Dear Angie, how's your folks and relatives? I hope they're well Dear Angie, I'm spending my vacation at that same hotel I've known you now for one whole year There's something I've not told you, dear Turned a blind eye for too long This letter proves that I've been wrong Ba ba da, oooooooh Ba ba da, oooooooh I've known you now for one whole year There's something I've not told you, dear Turned a blind eye for too long This letter proves that I've been wrong Dear Angie, I've beat about the bush, it's time I spoke my mind Dear Angie, It's been a long time coming, guess I've been unkind Dear Angie, the writing's on the wall Dear Angie, I love you, you're my all Guess that's all.
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Written by: Ronald Llewelyn Griffiths
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10 facts about this song
Creation and Release"Dear Angie" was released in July of 1969 as the band’s debut single under the name "The Iveys."
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Band Name ChangeAfter the song's release, The Iveys changed their name to Badfinger, following directions from their record label, Apple Records.
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ComposerThe song was written and composed by Ron Griffiths, a British musician and the original bassist of the band.
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Influence"Dear Angie" was one of the songs that helped shape the early power-pop genre.
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Track PositionIt was the 12th track on their album "Magic Christian Music," which was released in 1970.
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Album Contribution"Dear Angie" was one of the seven tracks that the band had contributed to the soundtrack for the film, "Magic Christian."
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Initial ResponseDespite not making a proper chart impact, it was considered a classic by many fans and is still revered for its lyrical depth and melodious appeal.
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Recent PerformancesThe remnant original member of The Iveys/Badfinger, David Jenkins, performed "Dear Angie" live in 2018, nearly half a century after its original release.
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Lyrics"Dear Angie" is revered for its deep emotive lyrics, which are quite tender and filled with typical early-Beatles sentiment.
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Musical Style“Dear Angie" is often recognized for its combination of jangly guitars, harmonies, and catchy hooks that were typical of British pop in the late 1960s.
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