Angel
Fleetwood Mac
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Sometimes, the most beautiful things, The most innocent things. And many of those dreams, pass us by. Keep passing me by. You feel good, I said it's funny that you understood. I knew you would When you were good, you were very, very good. So I close my eyes softly, 'Til I become that part of the wind That we all long for sometime, yeah. And to those that I love, like a ghost through a fog Like a charmed hour and a haunted song, And the angel of my dreams. Angel of my dreams. (You said) You feel good, I said it's funny that you understood. I knew you would When you were good, baby, You were very good. I still look up, when you walk in the room. I've the same wide eyes, now they tell the story. I try not to reach out, when you turn 'round you say hello. And we both pretend, I'm no great pretender. So I close my eyes softly, 'till I become that part of the wind That we all long for sometime. And to those that I love, like a ghost through a fog Like a charmed hour and a haunted song And the angel, angel of my dreams Angel of my dreams I still look up I try hard not to look up, yeah That girl was me, yeah Track a ghost through the fog, yeah A charmed hour and a haunted song Track a ghost through the fog, baby Ooh, you try hard But you'll never catch me, yeah
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Written by: DETLEF HASTIK, RALPH FRIDGE, ZBIGNIEW PREISNER
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25 facts about this song
Release"Angel" is a track from Fleetwood Mac’s 1979 album, "Tusk" which is their 12th studio album.
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SongwriterThe song was written by band member Stevie Nicks, famous for her haunting vocal style and mystical lyrics.
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Song ThemeThe song, like many of Stevie Nicks' compositions, deals with themes of love, spirituality, and personal evolution.
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Length"Angel" has a relatively shorter duration as compared to other songs on the album, running at a length of 4 minutes and 53 seconds.
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VocalsAlthough Stevie Nicks penned the lyrics, the song features the lead vocals from Lindsey Buckingham.
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Music StyleThe song is a blend of rock and pop presenting Fleetwood Mac’s distinctive style that contributed to their popularity in the '70s.
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Live PerformancesThe band has included "Angel" in their live tour set lists, and its performances have been well received by audiences.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough highly acclaimed, "Angel" was not released as a single and therefore did not chart.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by the indie band 'Tennis' in 2020, making it relevant to newer generations of music listeners.
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LegacyDespite its lack of chart-topping success, "Angel" has been recognized as an enduring fan-favorite and remains a mainstay of Fleetwood Mac's influential discography.
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Studio RecordingLike all songs on the "Tusk" album, "Angel" was recorded in various studios which included the band's own personal studios.
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Album Success"Tusk," the album containing "Angel," was a commercial success, despite initial mixed reviews, and it went on to achieve multi-platinum status.
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InspirationWhile not confirmed, it is speculated that the song may have been inspired by Stevie Nicks' tumultuous relationship with bandmate Lindsey Buckingham.
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Noteworthy LyricsThe lines "Sorrow and delight, and you can't tell them apart" have been cited as particularly emblematic of the layered emotional themes in the song.
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Album BackgroundInterestingly, "Tusk" was the follow-up to "Rumours," one of the most successful albums of all time. Hence, "Angel" was part of a bold experimental effort from Fleetwood Mac.
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Band Composition"Angel" is performed by Fleetwood Mac, a British-American rock band formed in 1967.
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Album DetailsThe song is part of the music album "Tusk", released in 1979. Tusk was the band's twelfth studio album.
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Song Writer"Angel" was written by Stevie Nicks. She is often acclaimed as the songwriting force behind many of the band's biggest hits.
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Album SuccessEven though "Tusk" met mixed reviews originally, it has since been revisited by critics and is seen as a masterpiece of experimental pop.
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Recording and ProductionMuch of Fleetwood Mac's "Tusk" album, including "Angel", was recorded in a more DIY style in band member Lindsey Buckingham's home.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of soft rock, which has been signature to Fleetwood Mac's style.
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ContributionDrummer Mick Fleetwood and bass guitarist John McVie both contributed significantly to the performance of the song.
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Song ThemeThe song, like many of Stevie Nick's writings, depicts relationships and emotional experiences, in this case, talking about an elusive "angel."
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Live Performances"Angel" was played live on Fleetwood Mac's '79 tour.
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Fan ReactionAmong fans and critics, the song is known for its slightly moody feel yet catchy melody and profound lyrics.
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