You Have Been Loved

George Michael

About You Have Been Loved

"You Have Been Loved" is a song by English singer George Michael, recorded for his 1996 album, Older. It was written by Michael and David Austin, and produced by Michael. In September 1997, "You Have Been Loved" was released as a double A-side single with "The Strangest Thing '97". It reached number two in the United Kingdom, only behind Elton John's "Candle in the Wind 1997" charity record.


Year:
1998
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She takes the back road and the lane
Past the school that has not changed
In all this time 
She thinks of when the boy was young
All the battles she had won
Just to give him life

That man
She loved that man
For all his life
But now we meet to take him flowers
And only god knows why

For what's the use in pressing palms 
When children fade in mother's arms
It's a cruel world, we've so much to lose
And what we have to learn, we rarely choose

So if it's god who took her son
He cannot be the one living in her mind

Take care my love, she said
Don't think that god is dead
Take care my love, she said

You have been loved

If I was weak, forgive me
But I was terrified
You brushed my eyes with angels wings, full of love
The kind that makes devils cry

So these days
My life has changed
And I'll be fine (and I'll be fine)
But she just sits and counts the hours
Searching for her crime

So what's the use in pressing palms 
If you won't keep such love from harm
It's a cruel world, you've so much to prove
And heaven help the ones who wait for you

No, I've no daughters, I've no sons
Guess I'm the only one
Living in my life

Take care my love, he said
Don't think that God is dead
Take care my love, he said

You have been loved

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George Michael

George Michael (born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou; (Greek: Γεώργιος Κυριάκος Παναγιώτου); 25 June 1963 - 25 December 2016) was an English musician, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. Michael rose to fame in the 1980s when he formed the pop duo Wham! with his school friend, Andrew Ridgeley. His first solo single, "Careless Whisper", was released when he was still in the duo and sold about six million copies worldwide. more »

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Song Origin
"You Have Been Loved" is a soul-pop ballad by the British musician and singer-songwriter George Michael. It was included in his third studio album "Older" in 1996.
Album Performance
The "Older" album, which "You Have Been Loved" featured in, was a massive hit and it went on to become one of the best-selling albums in the UK.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, "You Have Been Loved" did not achieve the same commercial success as other George Michael songs. It peaked at number 2 in the UK Singles Chart during its release in 1997.
Songwriting Contribution
"You Have Been Loved" was written by George Michael and David Austin. It was one of the few songs in the album where Michael shared songwriting duties.
Song Themes
The song deals with themes of grief and loss. It was written by George Michael as a tribute to Anselmo Feleppa, his lover who died of an AIDS-related brain hemorrhage.
Personal Tragedy
The song's poignant lyrics reflect Michael's personal tragedy and his struggle to deal with his lover's death.
Music Video
The music video for "You Have Been Loved" portrays a contemplative, saddened George Michael, adding to the song's mournful tone.
Double A-side Release
Interestingly, "You Have Been Loved" was released as a double A-side single with "The Strangest Thing ‘97." It was the fifth and final single to be released from the "Older" album.
Legacy
Despite its lesser commercial performance, the song remains a fan favorite due to the depth of its lyrics and Michael's impassioned vocal performance.
Social Impact
The song is considered one of the most profound expressions of grief over losing a loved one to AIDS, bringing attention to the devastating impact of the disease.
Recent Recognition
Following Michael's death in 2016, the song has received renewed recognition for its raw emotion and the singer's vocal prowess.
Unfinished Version
George Michael initially previewed an unfinished version of "You Have Been Loved" during an appearance on the TV show "Top of the Pops" in 1996.
Inspiration
The lyrics of the song mention the smile of Anselmo Feleppa, which was often referred to by George Michael as one of the most beautiful things he had ever seen.

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