A Broken Wing
Martina McBride
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She loved him like he was the last man on earth Gave him everything she ever had He'd break her spirit down, then come lovin' up on her Give a little, then take it back She'd tell him about her dreams, he'd just shoot 'em down Lord he loved to make her cry You're crazy for believin', you'll never leave the ground He said only angels know how to fly And with a broken wing she still sings She keeps an eye on the sky With a broken wing she carries her dreams Man you ought to see her fly One Sunday morning she didn't go to church He wondered why she didn't leave He went up to the bedroom, found a note by the window With the curtains blowin' in the breeze And with a broken wing she still sings She keeps an eye on the sky With a broken wing she carries her dreams Man you ought to see her fly With a broken wing she carries her dreams Man you ought to see her fly
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Written by: JAMES HOUSE, PHIL BARNHART, SAM HOGIN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Release Details"A Broken Wing" is a song recorded by American country music artist Martina McBride. It was released in September 1997 as the second single from McBride's album "Evolution."
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SongwritersThe song was written by James House, Sam Hogin, and Phil Barnhart.
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Chart Success"A Broken Wing" reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, making it McBride's second number-one single.
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Inspirational MessageThe song is about a woman who is in a controlling and abusive relationship. However, she manages to find the strength to leave, symbolized by a bird with a broken wing that still manages to fly.
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Recognition"A Broken Wing" was awarded the Song of the Year award by the Country Music Association in 1998.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video, directed by Robert Deaton and George Flanigen, depicts the song's story through the portrayal of a woman leaving an abusive relationship.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists, including Jordin Sparks, who performed it during the sixth season of American Idol.
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Popularity Impact"A Broken Wing" has been recognized as one of McBride's signature songs and continues to be popular among fans.
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Album SuccessThe success of "A Broken Wing" also contributed significantly to the sales of the Evolution album, which has been certified double Platinum by the RIAA.
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Anniversary PerformanceIn 2017, McBride celebrated the 20th anniversary of the song's release by performing "A Broken Wing" on the Grand Ole Opry stage.
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Live PerformanceDespite the song's difficulty, including demanding vocal parts, McBride continues to include "A Broken Wing" in her live performances.
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Emotional ConnectionThe song's powerful message resonated with many fans, who often tell McBride how it helped them through difficult times, further illustrating its long-lasting impact.
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