Reconsider Me
Warren Zevon
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If you're all alone And you need someone Call me up And I'll come running Reconsider me Reconsider me If it's still the past That makes you doubt Darlin', that was then And this is now Reconsider me Reconsider me And I'll never make you sad again 'Cause I swear that I've changed since then And I promise that I'll never make you cry Let's let bygones Be forgotten Reconsider me Reconsider me You can go and be What you want to be And it'll be alright If we disagree I'm the one who cares And I hope you'll see That I'm the one who loves you Reconsider me Let's let bygones Be forgotten Reconsider me Reconsider me And I'll never make you sad again 'Cause I swear that I've changed since then And I'll never make you sorry if you'll try And I'll never make you sad again 'Cause I swear that I've changed since then And I promise that I'll never make you cry
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Written by: WARREN WILLIAM ZEVON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Reconsider Me" is a song by American rock musician, Warren Zevon. The song is a blend of folk, rock, and pop, showcasing Zevon's broad compositional range.
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Album PlacementThe song features on Zevon's 11th studio album, "The Wind," which was released in 2003. The album also happened to be the last recording before Zevon's death and went on to win two Grammys.
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Posthumous ReleaseSadly, Zevon passed away due to lung cancer before the album's release. As a result, "Reconsider Me" was posthumously released.
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MeaningThe song is a poignant and touching plea for reconsideration from a loved one. Given the context of Zevon's impending death and the album's posthumous nature, the song tends to evoke strong emotions in listeners.
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Single PerformanceUnlike most of his well-known songs, "Reconsider Me" didn't chart or gain significant radio airplay. Nonetheless, the song has continued to resonate with Zevon's fans for its emotional lyrics and heartfelt performance.
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GenreWarren Zevon was often categorized as a folk and rock musician, but the album "The Wind," and specifically "Reconsider Me," contained a lot of country and blues influences.
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Backing VocalsFamous singer-songwriter Jackson Browne provided background vocals for "Reconsider Me." Browne and Zevon were long-time collaborators and close friends.
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Critical AcclaimDespite not being a commercial hit, the song received positive reviews from most music critics, praising Zevon's raw emotion and lyrical craftsmanship.
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Collaboration and Guest ArtistsBesides Jackson Browne, the album "The Wind" features numerous guest performances from other notable artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Ry Cooder, and others, though none of them featured on "Reconsider Me."
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Legacy"Reconsider Me" continues to be played today, deeply loved by fans of Warren Zevon and recognized as a profound expression of human vulnerability and desire for understanding.
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