I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men

Bee Gees

About I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men

"I Was a Lover, a Leader of Men" is a single released in November 1965, recorded by the Bee Gees, written by Barry Gibb. The song was backed with "And the Children Laughing". However, it was released in the Philippines in January 1966. It is also the first track of the Bee Gees' first album, The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs. This song won Barry a song-writing award.


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1965
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I was a lover, a leader of me
All of the women I knew were my friends
I was so happy, my feet on the ground
I didn't know I was on the way down
Cause you don't feel the same
It's only a game, it's only a game, it's only a game

I had a billion or two in the bank
I gave to charity, ain't got no thanks
You gave me all that a woman could give
Less you're affection, I don't want to live
Cause you don't feel the same
It's only a game, it's only a game, it's only a game

Cause you don't feel the same
I was a lover, a leader of me
All of the women I knew were my friends
I was so happy, my feet on the ground
I didn't know, I was on the way down
Cause you don't feel the same
It's only a game, it's only a game , it's only a game

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Bee Gees

The Bee Gees were a musical group founded in 1958. The group's line-up consisted of brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb. The trio were successful for most of their decades of recording music, but they had two distinct periods of exceptional success: as a pop act in the late 1960s/early 1970s, and as prominent performers of the disco music era in the late 1970s. The group sang three-part tight harmonies that were instantly recognisable; Robin's clear vibrato lead was a hallmark of their earlier hits, while Barry's R&B falsetto became their signature sound during the late 1970s and 1980s. The brothers wrote all of their own hits, as well as writing and producing several major hits for other artists. more »

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Written by: BARRY GIBB

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men" is a song by the British-Australian pop-rock band, Bee Gees. It was released in 1965 as part of their debut studio album, "The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs."
Song Composition
The song was written by the band's member, Barry Gibb. Despite the group having three members, Barry Gibb was the dominant songwriter in the early periods of the band's career.
Genre
"I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men" is considered a pop and rock song. The Bee Gees were known for their harmonic vocal blends, which are showcased in this song.
Music Video
A black and white music video was filmed for the song, which features the three brothers comprising the Bee Gees band - Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb. The video clip is noted for being one of the band's earliest music videos.
Reception and Commercial Performance
Although "I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men" is not one of the Bee Gees' most commercially successful songs, it is often regarded as a fan favorite. The single failed to chart in any country upon its release.
Album Performance
Despite individual songs like "I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men" not making a significant impact, the album as a whole - "The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs" - reached top 20 in Australia, reflecting the band's growing popularity at the time.
Bee Gees Career Impact
"I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men" was a precursor to the Bee Gees’ future success, showcasing their penchant for storytelling and smooth harmonies, which became major elements in their later successful songs.
Re-release
After gaining significant popularity, the song was re-released in 1978 as a part of the compilation album, "Best of Bee Gees."
Covers
The song has been covered by several other artists, highlighting its enduring appeal. It is included in the repertoire of various tribute bands around the world.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "I Was a Lover, A Leader of Men" depict a narrative of a man reflecting on his past as a leader and influential figure. This thematic storytelling style became a hallmark of the Bee Gees' songwriting.

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