Father and Son
Yusuf Islam, Ronan Keating, Cat Stevens
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I know it's late, I know you're weary I know your plans don't include me Still here we are, both of us lonely Longing for shelter from all that we see Why should we worry, no one will care Look at the stars so far away We've got tonight Who needs tomorrow? We've got tonight Why don't you stay? Deep in my soul, I've been so lonely All of my hopes, fading away I've longed for love, like everyone else does I know I'll keep searching, even after today So that there it is We've got it all now And here we are What do you say? We've got tonight Who needs tomorrow? We've got tonight Why don't you stay? I know it's late, I know you're weary I know your plans don't include me Still here we are, both of us lonely Both of us lonely We've got tonight Who needs tomorrow? Let's make it last Let's find a way Turn out the light Come take my hand now We've got tonight Why don't you stay? Why don't you stay?
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Written by: Bob Seger
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10 facts about this song
Genre“Father and Son” is a folk song, falling into the category of popular music genres that combine traditional folk elements with a modern touch.
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Artist informationThe song was written and performed by Cat Stevens, who is now known as Yusuf Islam after converting to Islam. He is considered one of the prominent figures in folk-pop music.
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Release date and album“Father and Son” was released in November 1970 as part of Cat Stevens's album titled "Tea for the Tillerman".
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Song meaningThe song is a narrative lyric told from the perspective of both a father and a son. It's about adulthood, coming of age, and parental expectation, discussing generational conflict and father-son misunderstandings.
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Chart performanceEven though it wasn't initially released as a single, "Father and Son" became one of Cat Stevens' most successful songs and was re-issued as a single multiple times in subsequent years.
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Inspirational sourceThe song was reportedly inspired by the 1969 Russian film, "Apelsiny Nichego", which translates to "Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit." Cat Stevens wrote this song while considering a musical adaptation of this film.
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Cover versions“Father and Son” has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Johnny Cash, Ronan Keating, and Boyzone.
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Later implicationsIn 2007, this song was used as part of the soundtrack for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, earning itself exposure to a new generation of listeners.
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Live PerformanceWhen Stevens (now Yusuf Islam) reprised the song in a live performance at the 2014 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, he chose to sing both the parts of the father and son himself, demonstrating the commingling of both perspectives in himself as an artist.
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Accolades"Father and Son" is considered a classic and has frequently been listed among the greatest songs of all time in various music publications.
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