Call Me

Al Green

About Call Me

"Call Me (Come Back Home)" (known as simply "Call Me") is a song by Al Green, released in 1973 as a single from his album Call Me. It peaked at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the R&B singles chart. It was certified gold by the RIAA.


Year:
1973
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Call me
Call me
Call me

What a beautiful time we had together,
Now it's getting late and we must leave each other, yeah
Just remember the time we had,
And how right I tried to be,
It's all in a day's work,
Call me

Losing your love, acting foolishly, hey
Go on and take your time,
'Cause you're already losing me,
Love is a long ways from here,
Tell you it's all in the way you feel,
If love is real, come to me.

Call me
Call me
Call me
(Come back home)

The best thing I can do, is give you your love, (Is give you your love)
That you're going away, feeling as free as a dove,
And if you find you're a long ways from home,
And if somebody's doin' you wrong,
Just call me baby and come back home

Call me
Call me
Call me
(Come back home, come back home, come back home)

Ain't things going right.
It's all in a day's work
Call me, (ah)
You can call me, when you're feelin' sad, baby

Yeah, it's all in a day's work,
Come back home
Call me, call me
Call me
Come back home

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Al Green

Albert Greene (born April 13, 1946), better known as Al Green or Reverend Al Green, is an American gospel and soul music singer. He reached the peak of his popularity in the 1970s, with hit singles such as "You Oughta Be With Me", "I'm Still In Love With You", "Love and Happiness", and "Let's Stay Together". In 2005, Rolling Stone named him No. 66 in their list of the '100 Greatest Artists of All Time'. The nomination stated that "people are born to do certain things, and Al was born to make us smile." The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted Green in 1995, referring to him as "one of the most gifted purveyors of soul music." Green has sold more than 20 million records. more »

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Written by: DWIGHT MYERS, JEAN CLAUDE OLIVIER, JOHN JACKSON, JOHN DAVID JACKSON, SAMUEL J BARNES

Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Call Me" by Al Green was released in April 1973 as part of the album also titled "Call Me". This, the fifth studio album by the artist, was critically acclaimed.
Chart Rankings
Even today, "Call Me" remains one of Al Green's most popular tracks. Upon its release, the album stormed the charts, climbing to number 1 on Billboard's Top Soul LPs and number 10 on Billboard's Pop Albums.
Legendary Singer
Al Green, the man behind “Call Me,” is considered one of the greatest soul singers in history. In 2010, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him 14th on their list of the "100 Greatest Artists of All Time."
Credits
"Call Me" was written by Al Green and produced by Willie Mitchell, who was a long-term collaborator of Green's.
Praise for the Song
The song "Call Me" is highly praised for its soulful sound, superb arrangements, and Green’s dynamic vocal skills.
Album Recognition
The "Call Me" album from which this song originates is listed on the Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
Live Performances
Although Al Green stopped performing secular music for many years following his religious conversion in the late 70s, "Call Me" remained a cherished part of his live performances when he returned to the secular scene.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered or sampled "Call Me", showcasing its enduring popularity and influence on artists across generations.
Emotional Lyrics
The song is particularly appreciated for its heart-touching lyrics, that showcase vulnerability, a recurring theme in many of Al Green's songs.
Evergreen Status
Despite being released almost five decades ago, "Call Me" continues to resonate with listeners worldwide, attesting to its timeless appeal.

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