Jenny Wren
Paul McCartney
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Like so many girls, Jenny Wren could sing But a broken heart, took her soul away Like the other girls, Jenny Wren took wing She could see the world, and it's foolish ways How, we, spend our days, casting, love aside Loosing, site of life, day, by, day She saw poverty, breaking all the home Wounded warriors, took her song away But the day will come, Jenny Wren will sing When this broken world, mends its foolish ways Now we, spend our days, catching, up on life All because of you, Jenny Wren
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Written by: PAUL MCCARTNEY
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26 facts about this song
Songwriter & Performer"Jenny Wren" was both written and performed by English musician Paul McCartney, a member of the legendary Rock group, The Beatles.
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Album NameThis song was a part of the album "Chaos and Creation in the Backyard," which was McCartney's 13th post-Beatles studio album.
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Release Information"Jenny Wren" was not released as a single but was a standout track from the 2005 album, "Chaos and Creation in the Backyard."
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InspirationIt was inspired by the song "Blackbird" from "The Beatles" (The White Album).
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InstrumentationThe song is known for its traditional and acoustic charm. Paul McCartney plays an Epiphone Texan steel-string acoustic guitar on the track.
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Complex MelodyThe melody of "Jenny Wren" is distinctly complex and takes unexpected turns, which is a signature composition style of McCartney.
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Feature of DudyukThe song features a solo performance on an Arabian flute called the duduk by Pedro Eustache, which adds a unique and exotic flavor to the song.
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AcclaimThe song was widely acclaimed by music critics for its simplicity, beauty, and similarity to classic Beatles songs.
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PersonificationThe name "Jenny Wren" is a Personification of a small Eurasian bird known as the Winter Wren. It is used as a metaphor for humanity in the song.
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PerformanceMcCartney performed the song live during his 2005–06 tour, and it was included in the live album and DVD called "The Space within US."
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Grammy AwardIn 2007, "Jenny Wren" won a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance, contributing significantly to McCartney's legacy as a solo artist.
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Music VideoThe video of the song was directed by famed director Michel Gondry and contains elements of surrealism, a style Gondry is renowned for.
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Guest ArtistsApart from Pedro Eustache on duduk, additional musicians on this track include Paul Epworth on drums, and Millennia Ensemble performing strings, conducted by Joby Talbot.
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About the SongThe song tells the story of an innocent character who is deeply saddened by the actions and behaviors of the world around her.
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Song ReviewIn an Allmusic song review, critic Matthew Greenwald described "Jenny Wren" as one of McCartney's best and most poignant songs of his solo career.
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Song Origin"Jenny Wren" is a song by Paul McCartney from his 2005 studio album, Chaos and Creation in the Backyard.
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Writing InfluenceThe song was influenced by "Blackbird", a track from the Beatles' 1968 double album The Beatles (also known as "the White Album"). McCartney has referred to it as the "daughter of Blackbird" from his Beatle days.
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Title InspirationThe title "Jenny Wren" was inspired by a character in Charles Dickens' novel "Our Mutual Friend." McCartney has stated that he has read the novel and named the song after the character because he liked the name.
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Musical CompositionThis song includes elements of folk music, and McCartney's solo is reminiscent of Django Reinhardt's style.
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Awards"Jenny Wren" won the 2007 Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance, beating out other notable entrants like John Mayer and Daniel Powter.
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Unique InstrumentThe song features a rare Armenian woodwind instrument called the duduk, played by professional musician Pedro Eustache.
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Chart PositionDespite not being a commercial success, with the song peaking at number 22 on the UK Singles Chart, it was generally well-received by critics.
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Song ProductionThe song was produced by Nigel Godrich, who is best known for his work with Radiohead.
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Live PerformancesThe song was played live during Paul McCartney's '05-'06 tour and was included in the setlist for the 'Good Evening Europe' part of the 'Up and Coming Tour' in 2010.
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Acoustic GuitarThe song showcases McCartney's skills on the acoustic guitar, and the melody of the song is played in the finger-picking style.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics discuss themes of love, loss, and the hope for a peaceful world. This reflects McCartney's continued focus on themes of peace and love, similar to his writing during his time in the Beatles.
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