Message to Michael
Dionne Warwick
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Spread your wings for New Orleans Kentucky bluebird, fly away And take a message to Michael, message to Michael He sings each night in some cafe In his search to find wealth and fame I hear Michael has gone and changed his name It's a year since he was here Kentucky bluebird, fly away And take a message to Michael, message to Michael Tell him I miss him more each day As his train pulled out down the track Michael promised he'd soon be coming back Oh tell him how my heart just breaks in two Since he journeyed far And even though his dreams of fame fell through To me he will always be a star Spread your wings for New Orleans Kentucky bluebird, fly away And take a message to Michael, message to Michael Ask him to start for home today When you find him please let him know Rich or poor, I will always love him so Fly away, Kentucky bluebird Fly away, Kentucky bluebird Fly away, fly away, fly away, fly away
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Written by: BURT BACHARACH, HAL DAVID
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14 facts about this song
Creation & Singers"Message to Michael" is a popular song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David and famously performed by Dionne Warwick in 1966.
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Original TitleInterestingly, the song was initially called “A Message to Martha” during the time of its creation.
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Different Artist InterpretationPrior to Warwick's recording, the song was first sung by Jerry Butler and later by Lou Johnson under the original title.
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Top 10 HitDionne Warwick's version of "Message to Michael" reached number 8 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, and was one of her nine top 10 songs.
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R&B Chart SuccessThe song also did well in the R&B chart, claiming the number 5 spot.
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UK Success"Message to Michael" was a top 20 hit in the United Kingdom, proving Warwick's international appeal.
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Song MeaningThe song tells the story of a woman pleading with a man named Michael to return home and quit pursuing his unrealistic dreams.
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Iconic CollaborationThe song marked another successful collaboration between Warwick, Bacharach, and David, who together produced numerous hits during the 1960s and 1970s.
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Included in Album"Message to Michael" was included in Warwick's ninth studio album, "Here Where There Is Love".
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Not Just a Love SongCritics often highlight how "Message to Michael" differs from many popular songs of its time by not focusing on romantic love but addressing ambition and the importance of home.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "Message to Michael" over the years, demonstrating its lasting impact and universal appeal.
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Winged MessengerIt’s interesting to note that the ‘Michael’ in the song's title is not a person but a pigeon, acting as a messenger, which many listeners might miss.
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Award Winning TrioBoth Burt Bacharach and Dionne Warwick are Grammy Award winners, and Hal David received multiple nominations, highlighting the extraordinary talent behind "Message to Michael".
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Live PerformancesDionne Warwick often includes "Message to Michael" in her live performances, showing its continued popularity.
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