When I Die
Motherlode
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When I die I hope to be A better man than you thought I'd be It's been hard to make you see What kind of man I'm tryin' to be All I ask for you to try To understand what it means to me It's not hard to understand why you Get discouraged all the time I keep tryin' not to worry, but I Can't help feelin' lost in you But I lo--o--o--o--ove you Love you And I need you Time goes by and you'll find That we'll achieve a love sublime When I die I hope to be A better man than you thought I'd be It's not hard to understand why you Get discouraged all the time I keep tryin' not to worry, but I Can't help feelin' lost in you 'Cause I love you and I want you 'Cause I got to, got to have you 'Cause I, 'cause I need you When I die I hope to be A better man than you thought I'd be Be (the kind of man that you thought I'd)
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Written by: CHAD EVERETT GILBERT, CYRUS WILLIAM BOLOOKI, IAN R. GRUSHKA, JORDAN I. PUNDIK, STEPHEN LEE KLEIN
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"When I Die" is a song by the Canadian band Motherlode, released in 1969.
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Album AppearanceThis song appears in the album "When I Die." The album, like the single, was also released in 1969.
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Chart PerformanceThe song found significant success on the charts. It reached number 18 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. In the band's home country, Canada, it peaked at number 5 on the RPM Magazine charts.
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Genre Classification"When I Die" is often categorized under the genre of pop or soul music. With its blend of pop and jazz sounds, it reflects the unique style of Motherlode.
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Band MembersIn 1969 when the song was released, Motherlode's members were William 'Smitty' Smith, Ken Marco, Wayne 'Stoney' Stone, and Steve Kennedy.
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Song's Identity"When I Die" is the most recognized song from Motherlode. Even after decades since its release, it remained Motherlode’s defining music piece.
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Cover VersionsSeveral other artists have covered "When I Die", extending the song's popularity. These include The Hollies, Blood, Sweat & Tears, and No Mercy.
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Lyrics Theme"When I Die" features deep, introspective lyrics that discuss thoughts about death and the afterlife, as well as a reflection on life itself.
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Rise to PopularityAfter its release, the song became a popular choice on many radio playlists in Canada and the United States, becoming a commercial radio hit.
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Band LegacyDespite Motherlode only having a few hits during its active years, "When I Die" remains a memorable track that exemplifies the style and appeal of the 1960s pop and soul music scene.
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