Father Figure

George Michael

About Father Figure

"Father Figure" is a song by English singer George Michael from his debut studio album, Faith (1987). It was released on 28 December 1987 as the album's fourth single by Columbia Records. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 11 on the UK Singles Chart. Additionally it was a top 5 hit in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands and Spain.


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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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George Michael

George Michael (born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou; (Greek: Γεώργιος Κυριάκος Παναγιώτου); 25 June 1963 - 25 December 2016) was an English musician, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. Michael rose to fame in the 1980s when he formed the pop duo Wham! with his school friend, Andrew Ridgeley. His first solo single, "Careless Whisper", was released when he was still in the duo and sold about six million copies worldwide. more »

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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.
Release
The song was originally released on January 2, 1988, making it George Michael's first single to be released in 1988.
Album
The song is a part of George Michael's debut solo album, "Faith," which was a critical and commercial success.
Genre
"Father Figure" is typically categorized as a pop song, with a touch of soul and R&B influences.
Chart Performance
Despite being a somewhat controversial song, "Father Figure" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Duration
The track has a relatively long duration for a pop single, clocking in at just over five and a half minutes.
Music Video
The 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.
Lyrics
Though the title suggests a fatherly theme, the song has a romantic undertone, which reflected Michael's approach to complex and mature narratives in songwriting.
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.
Live Performances
George Michael performed "Father Figure" live many times. One prominent rendition took place during his famous 1991 "Cover to Cover" tour.
Legacy
While 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.
Sampling
The song has been sampled by other artists, most notably by LL Cool J in his song "Father."
Interpretation
Some 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.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered "Father Figure," including Sam Smith on BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2017, showing the song's lasting influence.
Re-release
The 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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