My Favorite Mistake
Sheryl Crow
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I woke up and called this morning, The tone of your voice was a warning That you don't care for me anymore. I made up the bed we sleep in. I looked at the clock when you creep in. It's 6 AM and I'm alone. Did you know when you go it's the perfect ending, To the bad day I was just beginning. When you go, all I know is you're my favorite mistake. Your friends are sorry for me. They watch you pretend to adore me. But I am no fool to this game. Now here comes your secret lover, She'll be unlike any other, Until your guilt goes up in flames. Did you know when you go it's the perfect ending, To the bad day I'd gotten used to spending. When you go, all I know is you're my favorite mistake You're my favorite mistake. Well maybe nothing lasts forever, Even when you stay together. I don't need forever after, but it's your laughter won't let me go So I'm holding on this way. Did you know could you tell you were the only one That I ever loved? Now everything's so wrong. Did you see me walking by, did it ever make you cry? Now you're my favorite mistake Yeah you're my favorite mistake You're my favorite mistake
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Written by: Jeff Trott, Sheryl Crow
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10 facts about this song
Background Information"My Favorite Mistake" is not by Eric Clapton but a song by American singer and songwriter Sheryl Crow. It was written by Crow and her longtime collaborator, Jeffrey Trott.
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Release Date and AlbumThe song was released in 1998 as the lead single from Crow's third studio album, "The Globe Sessions."
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Chart Performance"My Favorite Mistake" performed well on the charts, reaching the top 20 in the US and UK charts. It peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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Genre and StyleA blend of rock and pop, the song was praised not only for its catchy chorus but also for its distinctive musical arrangement marked by a robust bassline and slick electric guitar work.
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The Song's InspirationThere has been much intrigue regarding the song's inspiration, with many speculating that "My Favorite Mistake" was about a relationship gone wrong. Rumours circulated that the song was about Sheryl Crow’s relationship with Eric Clapton, although this was never publicly confirmed by Crow.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Stéphane Sednaoui, features Crow and her band performing the song on a digital replication of Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios. It received heavy airplay on music channels.
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Award RecognitionAlthough it didn't bring in any Grammy Awards like some of her other singles, "My Favorite Mistake" was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 41st Annual Grammy Awards.
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Live Performances"My Favorite Mistake" has remained a staple in Crow's live performances since its release, showcasing her vocal prowess and guitar-playing skills.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was critically acclaimed upon its release, with critics praising its lyrics, production, and Crow's vocal performance. It is still considered one of Crow's signature songs.
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Erroneous Clapton InvolvementWhile Clapton and Crow had a relationship, and Clapton is a renowned guitarist, he neither co-wrote nor performed on "My Favorite Mistake." The association of the song with Eric Clapton is a common mistake due to the rumored relationship and unofficial speculation about the song's subject.
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