Come Back Baby

Ray Charles

About Come Back Baby

"Come Back Baby" is a slow blues song written and recorded by the blues singer and pianist Walter Davis in 1940. Ray Charles's version, with the title "Come Back" and with songwriting credited to Charles, was released as the B-side to Charles's 1954 single, "I Got a Woman". The song received airplay and peaked at number four on the R&B singles chart. It later appeared as "Come Back Baby" on his 1956 album Ray Charles, with songwriting still credited to Charles.


Year:
1997
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Oh, come back, baby
Oh, mama, please, don't go, yeah
'Cause the way I love you
Child, you'll never know

Oh, come back, baby
Yeah, yeah let's talk it over
Oh, one more time
Oh, now, now

Well, I admit, baby
That I was wrong
Don't you know, baby?
Child, you been gone too long

Oh, come back, baby
Yeah, yeah, let's talk it over one more time
Oh, now, now

Say, if I could holler
Like a mountain jack
Yeah, yeah
Oh people, I'd call my baby back

Oh, come back, baby, woo, yeah
Let's talk it over one more time
Oh, now, now

Now one of these days, baby
And it won't be long, yeah
You're gonna look for me, child, you know
And I'll be gone

So come back, baby
Yeah, yeah, Let's talk it over one more time
Oh, now

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Ray Charles

Ray Charles Robinson (September 23, 1930 – June 10, 2004) was an American musician known as Ray Charles (to avoid confusion with champion boxer Sugar Ray Robinson.) He was a pioneer in the genre of soul music during the 1950s by fusing rhythm and blues, gospel, and blues styles into his early recordings with Atlantic Records. He also helped racially integrate country and pop music during the 1960s with his crossover success on ABC Records, most notably with his Modern Sounds albums. While with ABC, Charles became one of the first African-American musicians to be given artistic control by a mainstream record company.Frank Sinatra called Charles “the only true genius in show business.” more »

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Written by: Ray Charles

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Come Back Baby" is a song by the renowned singer-songman Ray Charles. He is not only popular for his distinctive music style blending jazz, gospel, and blues but also for his songwriting talent.
Album Release
The song was released in 1954 as a part of Charles' album "The Great Ray Charles."
Genre
"Come Back Baby" is a rhythmic blend of blues and jazz, showcasing Charles' unique combination of the two genres, often referred to as R&B or rhythm and blues.
Song Theme
The song articulates a heartrending plea for a loved one to return, an emotion many listener can relate to, showcasing Charles' ability to evoke strong emotions with his music.
Musical Arrangement
Charles himself played the piano on "Come Back Baby," underlining his versatile musical talents. His deep, emotive vocals are accompanied by a bluesy piano arrangement.
Song Ranking
Though the song did not rank on popular music charts when it was first released, it has since garnered critical acclaim and is considered a significant song in Charles' discography.
Notable Cover
In later years, many artists covered "Come Back Baby," including Lowell Fulson. However, Charles' version remains the most iconic.
Lyrics Credit
Charles was the primary song writer for "Come Back Baby" and the lyrics reflect his style of soulful and personal storytelling.
Song Legacy
"Come Back Baby" is considered an important contribution to the development of soul music, which combines elements of gospel and rhythm and blues.
Impact On Career
The song and the overall success of the album "The Great Ray Charles" helped to further establish Charles' reputation as a leading figure in the development of soul music.

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