Millionaire

Solomon Burke

About Millionaire

"Millionaire" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton for his third studio album From A Room: Volume 2 (2018). It was written by Kevin Welch in 2002, and soul singer Solomon Burke included it on his 2006 country music tribute album Nashville. The song was released as a promotional single of Volume 2 on October 20, 2017, and was released to country radio as the album's first single on April 23, 2018. The song received a nomination for Best Country Solo Performance at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.  


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2006
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They say love is more precious than gold 
It can't be bought, and it can't be sold
I got love love to spare
That makes me, a millionaire

I got a woman with eyes that shine 
Down deep as a diamond mine
She's my treasure, so very rare
She makes me, a millionaire.

When we ride around, ride around in this old town
In a beat up car, with the windows down
People look at her and they look at me,
They say that man's sure living in luxury, in luxury

I said love, more precious than gold
It can't be bought, and it can't be sold
I got love, enough to spare
And that makes me a millionaire

When her kisses fall from everywhere
Like riches on a millionaire
So when my pockets are empty and my cupboard is bare
I still feel, like a millionaire

Love more precious than gold
It can't be bought, and it can't be sold
I said love, enough to share
And that makes me a millionaire

They say love is more precious than gold 
It can't be bought, never could be sold
I got love, love, love enough to share
And that makes me, a millionaire.
That sure makes me y'all a millionaire
I'm a lucky guy
I'm a millionaire 
Love to spare, love to share millionaire

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Solomon Burke

Solomon Burke (March 21, 1940 – October 10, 2010) was an American recording artist and vocalist, who shaped the sound of rhythm and blues as one of the founding fathers of soul music in the 1960s and a "key transitional figure in the development of soul music from rhythm and blues. He had a string of hits including "Cry to Me", "If You Need Me", "Got to Get You Off My Mind", "Down in the Valley" and "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love". Burke was referred to as "King Solomon", the "King of Rock 'n' Soul", "Bishop of Soul" and the "Muhammad Ali of soul". Due to Burke's minimal chart success in comparison to other soul music greats such as James Brown, Wilson Pickett and Otis Redding, Burke is often described as the genre's "most unfairly overlooked singer" of it… more »

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Written by: KEVIN STEPHEN WELCH

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10 facts about this song

Origin of the Song
"Millionaire" was originally written and performed by Kevin Welch. Despite being written in the early 2000s, it didn't gain significant exposure until Chris Stapleton covered it.
Chris Stapleton's Version
In 2017, country artist Chris Stapleton brought the song to mainstream attention when he included it in his album "From A Room: Volume 2." His version was a big hit, reaching number two on the Billboard US Country chart and receiving critical acclaim for Stapleton's raw vocals and soulful interpretation
The Song's Theme
The song talks about the wealth of love, indicating that a man who is rich in love, even without financial wealth, can be considered a millionaire because of his emotional riches.
Solomon Burke's Cover
Before Chris Stapleton's version, late soul singer Solomon Burke also covered "Millionaire" for his album Nashville in 2006.
Country Music Awards Recognition
Stapleton's rendition of "Millionaire" was nominated for Best Country Solo Performance at the 61st Grammy Awards.
Stapleton's Performance
Stapleton first performed "Millionaire" at a charity event in 2016, a year before it was officially released.
Songwriter Credits
While Welch wrote the song, Chris Stapleton, as the performer of the most successful version, is often associated with it. However, Stapleton always credited Welch during interviews and performances, acknowledging the original songwriter for his work.
The Song's Impact
"Millionaire" has left a considerable mark in the music industry, mainly for its heartfelt lyrics and Stapleton's outstanding performance. It has also inspired many aspiring musicians and songwriters to explore the themes of love and wealth in their musical creations.
Music Video
The music video for Chris Stapleton's "Millionaire" was released in May 2018. It features mostly live concert footage, showcasing Stapleton’s on-stage chemistry with his wife, Morgane Stapleton, who also performs in his band.
Critic Reviews
Music critics universally lauded Stapleton's cover of "Millionaire." The Rolling Stone, for instance, cited it as an instance of Stapleton showcasing his ability to transform any song into a country music masterpiece by virtue of his extraordinary voice and interpretive skills.

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