Kissing a Fool
Michael Bublé
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You are far When I could have been your star You listened to people Who scared you to death And from my heart Strange that you were strong enough To even make a start You’ll never find Peace of mind Till you listen to your heart People You can never change the way they feel Better let them do just what they will For they will If you let them Steal your heart from you People Will always make a lover feel a fool But you knew I loved you We could have shown them all We should have seen love through Fooled me with the tears in your eyes Covered me with kisses and lies So far But please don’t take my heart You are far I’m never gonna be your star I’ll pick up the pieces To mend my heart Strange that I was wrong enough To think you’d love me too You must have been kissing a fool I said you must have been kissing a fool But remember this Every other kiss That you’ll ever give Long as we both live When you need the hand of another man One you really can surrender with I will wait for you Like I always do There’s something there That can’t compare with any other You are far When I could have been your star You listened to people Who scared you to death And from my heart Strange that I was wrong enough To think you’d love me too You must have been kissing a fool You must have been kissing a fool You must have been kissing a fool
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Written by: George Michael
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Kissing a Fool" is one of George Michael's most jazz-influenced releases, signifying the artist's shift from his early roots in pop and dance music.
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Original ReleaseThe song was initially released as part of George Michael's debut solo album, "Faith," in 1987, which proved to be a worldwide phenomenon and established Michael as a successful solo artist.
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Chart Performance - George Michael's VersionAfter its release, the song went on to clinch the fifth spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 18 spot on the UK Singles Chart, contributing to the overall success of the "Faith" album.
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Song Theme and Lyrics"Kissing a Fool" is a heart-wrenching ballad about unrequited love and the fear of being vulnerable in love relationships. It highlights George Michael's skilled songwriting prowess.
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Cover VersionMichael Bublé covered the song in 2003 for his debut album. His jazzy interpretation also hit the right notes with listeners and critics alike, proving the song's timeless appeal.
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Michael Bublé's Version RecognitionBublé's rendition of the song became a popular staple in his live performances and was generally well received. It became his breakthrough hit in the UK, rising to number 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Significance to George Michael's CareerThe song is significant as it displayed a different facet of George Michael's music, showcasing his versatility, and proved that he could seamlessly transition to more sophisticated styles of music beyond pop.
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Song VideoThe music video for Michael's version was shot in black and white and has George Michael singing while playing a grand piano, highlighting the song’s simplicity and emotional depth.
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Album RecognitionThe "Faith" album was a commercial and critical success, winning a Grammy for "Album of the year" in 1989, which contributed to George Michael's iconic status as a solo artist.
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Live PerformancesBoth George Michael and Michael Bublé have included "Kissing a Fool" in their set-list during live concerts, and it remains one of the standout performances in the repertoire of both artists.
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