Midnight at the Oasis
Maria Muldaur
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Midnight at the oasis Send your camel to bed Shadows painting our faces Traces of romance in our heads Heaven's holding a half-moon Shining just for us Let's slip off to a sand dune, real soon And kick up a little dust Come on, Cactus is our friend He'll point out the way Come on, till the evening ends 'Til the evening ends You don't have to answer There's no need to speak I'll be your belly dancer, prancer And you can be my sheik I know your daddy's a sultan A nomad known to all With fifty girls to attend him, they all send him Jump at his beck and call But you won't need no harem, honey When I'm by your side And you won't need no camel, no no When I take you for a ride Come on, Cactus is our friend He'll point out the way Come on, till the evening ends 'Til the evening ends Midnight at the oasis Send your camel to bed Got shadows painting our faces And traces of romance in our heads Oh come on, oh come on Woo hoo hoo, yeah, oh yeah Oh oh, yeah, yeah
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Written by: DAVID NICHTERN
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10 facts about this song
Musical Style"Midnight at the Oasis" is a pop song with elements of jazz, R&B, and blues. The track’s arrangement reflects an eclectic fusion of these genres, cementing the unique sound that Maria Muldaur has become known for.
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Chart PerformanceReleased in 1974, the song was a major hit, reaching number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also climbed to number 21 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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Grammy Nomination"Midnight at the Oasis" earned Muldaur a Grammy nomination in 1974 for Best Pop Female Vocalist. The nomination helped to cement Muldaur's reputation as a talented vocalist.
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Song’s OriginThe song was written by David Nichtern. Although it became Maria Muldaur's signature song, it was initially intended for the band, The Association, but they never recorded it.
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Song’s ThemeThe lyrics conjure images of a romantic rendezvous in a desert landscape under the cover of night. The song is known for its suggestive lyrics and exotic imagery.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, numerous artists have covered "Midnight at The Oasis," including The Brand New Heavies and Michael Franks. These covers have helped to ensure the song's continued popularity.
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Mariah Muldaur’s Career“Midnight at the Oasis” was the biggest hit of Muldaur’s career. Despite the song's success, Muldaur didn't want to be pigeonholed as a pop singer and subsequent albums explored a more varied range of musical styles.
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Song UsageThe song has also been used in various film soundtracks including "Get Over It" and "Lost Angels."
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Influence“Midnight at the Oasis” has influenced numerous artists and songs throughout the years. UK singer-songwriter Noel Gallagher of Oasis cited the song as an influence, and it inspired the band's name.
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MisconceptionDespite popular belief, the song is not a traditional standard from the "Great American Songbook," it was written in the 70s and is often mistaken for an older classic due to its timeless sound and lyrical theme.
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