A Face in the Crowd

Tom Petty

About A Face in the Crowd

"A Face in the Crowd" is a song co-written and recorded by Tom Petty. It was released in February 1990 as the fourth single from his first solo album Full Moon Fever. It peaked at number 46 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.


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Before all of this ever went down
In another place, another town
You were just a face in the crowd
You were just a face in the crowd
Out in the street walking around
A face in the crowd

Out of a dream, out of the sky
Into my heart, into my life

And you were just a face in the crowd
You were just a face in the crowd
Out in the street, thinking out loud
A face in the crowd

Out of a dream, out of the sky
Into my heart, into my life

And you were just a face in the crowd
You were just a face in the crowd
Out in the street, walking around
A face in the crowd
Face in the crowd
A face in the crowd
A face in the crowd

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Tom Petty

Thomas Earl "Tom" Petty (born October 20, 1950) was an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He was the frontman of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and was a founding member of the late 1980s supergroup Traveling Wilburys and Mudcrutch. He had also performed under the pseudonyms of Charlie T. Wilbury, Jr. and Muddy Wilbury. more »

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Written by: Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty

Lyrics © Gone Gator Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Songwriting Process
"A Face in the Crowd" was written by Tom Petty alongside Jeff Lynne, who was a regular collaborator of Petty.
Album Inclusion
The track is part of Petty's debut solo album named "Full Moon Fever" released in 1989.
Musical Style
The song highlights Tom Petty's signature style of rock music, blending elements of folk-rock and heartland rock.
Chart Success
Upon release, "A Face in the Crowd" reached No. 46 on the US Billboard Hot 100 Chart and became a substantial radio hit.
Song Theme
"A Face in The Crowd" is a song of hope, longing, and finding that special someone amidst the hustle and bustle of life.
Album Success
The album "Full Moon Fever" which the song is part of, was a critical and commercial success, going on to be certified 5x platinum in the United States.
Music Video
The music video for "A Face in the Crowd" was directed by Jesse Dylan and features Tom Petty playing his guitar in various locations.
Performance
Tom Petty included "A Face in the Crowd" in the setlist for his 1989 - 1990 "Full Moon Fever Tour."
Difference from other tracks
This song is one of the few tracks in the "Full Moon Fever" album that doesn't include the Heartbreakers, his regular band, as Petty's backup band.
Genre fit
"A Face in The Crowd" is often noted for fitting into the classic rock genre, a genre where Tom Petty made a significant impact.

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