Mr. Blue

The Fleetwoods

About Mr. Blue

"Mr. Blue" is a popular song written by DeWayne Blackwell that was a hit for The Fleetwoods, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in November 1959 and giving the group its second chart-topping hit of the year.


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Our guardian star lost all his glow
The day that I lost you
He lost all his glitter the day you said no
And his silver turned to blue

Like him, I am doubtful
That your love is true
But if you decide to call on me
Ask for Mr. Blue

I'm Mr. Blue
When you say you love me (oh Mr. Blue)
Then prove it by going out on the sly
Proving your love isn't true
Call me Mr. Blue

I'm Mr. Blue
When you say you're sorry (oh Mr. Blue)
Then turn around, heading for the lights of town
Hurtin' me through and through
Call me Mr. Blue

I stay at home at night (I stay at home)
Right by the phone at night (right by the phone)
But you won't call
And I won't hurt my pride
Call me Mr

I won't tell you
While you paint the town (oh Mr. Blue)
A bright red to turn it upside down
I'm painting it too

But I'm painting it blue
Call me Mr. Blue
Call me Mr. Blue
Call me Mr. Blue

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The Fleetwoods

The Fleetwoods were an American singing trio from Olympia, Washington, formed in the late 1950s. Its members were Gary Troxel (born November 28, 1939, Centralia, Washington), Gretchen Christopher (born February 29, 1940, Olympia, Washington), and Barbara Ellis (born February 20, 1940, Olympia, Washington). They recorded eleven hit songs, beginning with "Come Softly To Me". more »

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Written by: Dewayne Blackwell

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Mr. Blue" by The Fleetwoods falls into the music genres of pop and doo-wop.
Chart Performance
It hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in November 1959, making it a significant hit for the band.
Album Information
The song is included in the Fleetwoods' album "Mr. Blue" which was released by the Dolton label in 1959.
Impact on Career
It was the second and final number-one hit for the Fleetwoods, further cementing their legacy in the American pop music scene.
Song's Composition
The soft and gentle harmonies, typical of the Fleetwoods' style, make this song a quintessential example of late 1950s popular music.
Song's Theme
The lyrics of "Mr. Blue" tell the story of a lover feeling melancholic about his lost love.
Song's Writer
The song was written by DeWayne Blackwell who is also known for writing other famous songs like "Friends in Low Places" by Garth Brooks.
Reception and Legacy
Besides its chart success, "Mr. Blue" is cherished for its melodic charm and sentimental appeal and is considered to be a classic doo-wop record.
Distinctive Arrangement
Unlike the typical doo-wop structure of "lead with backing vocals", this song involves all three voices (two female and one male) switching between lead and harmony.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Mr. Blue" has been covered by several artists including Pat Boone, Garth Brooks, and Bobby Vinton.
Certification
Despite its popularity and ranking, the song was not certified by the RIAA as Gold or Platinum as these certifications were not introduced until 1958 and 1976 respectively.
Musical Achievements
The song helped The Fleetwoods to become the first group in the world to have multiple number one hits top the Billboard Hot 100 in a single year.

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