Midnight Blue

Melissa Manchester

About Midnight Blue

"Midnight Blue" is a song by American singer and songwriter Melissa Manchester, written by herself alongside Carole Bayer Sager and produced by Vini Poncia with an executive production by Richard Perry. It was released in April 1975 as the first single from Manchester's third studio album, Melissa (1975). The song was described by Billboard magazine as "a classically elegant quiet ballad about a pair of longtime lovers putting aside their current aggravations until the dawn in order to try making it one more time in memory of all their old times together". In the United States, the single became her first top ten entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number six. Additionally, it peaked at number one on the Adult Contemporary chart. 


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1997
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Whatever it is, it'll keep till the morning
Haven't we both got better things to do?
Midnight blue
Even the simple things become rough
Haven't we had enough?

And I think we can make it
One more time 
If we try 
One more time for all the old times

For all of the times you told me you need me 
Needing me now is something I could use 
Midnight blue
Wouldn't you give your hand to a friend?
Maybe it's not the end

And I think we can make it 
One more time 
If we try
One more time for all the old times 
Midnight blue

I think we can make it
I think we can make it 
Oh, wouldn't you give your heart to a friend? 
Think of me as your friend

And I think we can make it 
One more time
If we try 
One more time for all of the old, old times

One more time
I think we can make it
If we try
I think we can make it
If we try
Looks like we're gonna make it
Looks like we're gonna make it
If we try
I think we can make it

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Melissa Manchester

Melissa Manchester (born February 15, 1951) is an American singer-songwriter and actress. Beginning in the 1970s, she has recorded generally in the adult contemporary genre. She has also appeared as an actress on television, in films, and on stage. more »

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Written by: Carole Bayer Sager, Melissa Manchester

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Midnight Blue" is a song by American singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester released in 1975.
Chart Performance
The song was a major success, reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US and earning a Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Album Information
The song appears on Manchester's album "Melissa", marking it as her breakout album due to this chart-topping hit.
Genre
"Midnight Blue" falls under the genres Pop and Adult Contemporary. The song incorporates elements of both of these genres which were popular during the mid-1970s.
Songwriting Credit
The song was co-written by Manchester and Carole Bayer Sager, a well renowned lyricist and singer.
Award Recognition
"Midnight Blue" won the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Performance in 1976.
Cultural Impact
The song has since been covered by numerous artists and featured in various forms of media including numerous television shows and films which highlights its cultural relevance even years after its release.
Signature Song
"Midnight Blue" is considered Manchester's signature song, often being the most identified and requested from her music throughout her career.
Use in Advertisement
The song was used in a commercial for the defunct airline Eastern Air Lines in 1978.
Inspirational Tone
The lyrics of 'Midnight Blue' convey a message of hope and resilience, becoming an anthem for many during difficult times with its uplifting mood.

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    Top Hot 100 Songs 1975

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