Angel

Fleetwood Mac

About Angel

'Sad Angel' is a song by Fleetwood Mac, written by guitarist and vocalist Lindsey Buckingham, from their EP Extended Play, released in 2013. The only single released from the EP, it only cracked select European markets.


Year:
1979
4:54
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Sometimes, the most beautiful things,
The most innocent things.
And many of those dreams, pass us by.
Keep passing me by.

You feel good,
I said it's funny that you understood.
I knew you would
When you were good, you were very, very good.

So I close my eyes softly,
'Til I become that part of the wind
That we all long for sometime, yeah.
And to those that I love, like a ghost through a fog
Like a charmed hour and a haunted song,
And the angel of my dreams.
Angel of my dreams.

(You said) You feel good,
I said it's funny that you understood.
I knew you would
When you were good, baby,
You were very good.

I still look up, when you walk in the room.
I've the same wide eyes, now they tell the story.
I try not to reach out, when you turn 'round you say hello.
And we both pretend,
I'm no great pretender.

So I close my eyes softly,
'till I become that part of the wind
That we all long for sometime.
And to those that I love, like a ghost through a fog
Like a charmed hour and a haunted song
And the angel, angel of my dreams

Angel of my dreams

I still look up

I try hard not to look up, yeah

That girl was me, yeah

Track a ghost through the fog, yeah

A charmed hour and a haunted song

Track a ghost through the fog, baby

Ooh, you try hard
But you'll never catch me, yeah

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Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac are a British-American rock band formed in 1967 in London. Due to numerous line-up changes, the only original member present in the band is its eponymous drummer, Mick Fleetwood. Despite band founder Peter Green naming the group by combining the surnames of two of his former bandmates (Fleetwood, McVie) from John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, bassist John McVie played neither on their first single nor at their first concerts. The keyboardist, Christine McVie, who joined the band in 1970 while married to John McVie, appeared on all but two albums, either as a member or as a session musician. She also supplied the artwork for the album Kiln House. more »

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Written by: DETLEF HASTIK, RALPH FRIDGE, ZBIGNIEW PREISNER

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25 facts about this song

Release
"Angel" is a track from Fleetwood Mac’s 1979 album, "Tusk" which is their 12th studio album.
Songwriter
The song was written by band member Stevie Nicks, famous for her haunting vocal style and mystical lyrics.
Song Theme
The song, like many of Stevie Nicks' compositions, deals with themes of love, spirituality, and personal evolution.
Length
"Angel" has a relatively shorter duration as compared to other songs on the album, running at a length of 4 minutes and 53 seconds.
Vocals
Although Stevie Nicks penned the lyrics, the song features the lead vocals from Lindsey Buckingham.
Music Style
The song is a blend of rock and pop presenting Fleetwood Mac’s distinctive style that contributed to their popularity in the '70s.
Live Performances
The band has included "Angel" in their live tour set lists, and its performances have been well received by audiences.
Chart Performance
Although highly acclaimed, "Angel" was not released as a single and therefore did not chart.
Cover Versions
The song was covered by the indie band 'Tennis' in 2020, making it relevant to newer generations of music listeners.
Legacy
Despite its lack of chart-topping success, "Angel" has been recognized as an enduring fan-favorite and remains a mainstay of Fleetwood Mac's influential discography.
Studio Recording
Like all songs on the "Tusk" album, "Angel" was recorded in various studios which included the band's own personal studios.
Album Success
"Tusk," the album containing "Angel," was a commercial success, despite initial mixed reviews, and it went on to achieve multi-platinum status.
Inspiration
While not confirmed, it is speculated that the song may have been inspired by Stevie Nicks' tumultuous relationship with bandmate Lindsey Buckingham.
Noteworthy Lyrics
The lines "Sorrow and delight, and you can't tell them apart" have been cited as particularly emblematic of the layered emotional themes in the song.
Album Background
Interestingly, "Tusk" was the follow-up to "Rumours," one of the most successful albums of all time. Hence, "Angel" was part of a bold experimental effort from Fleetwood Mac.
Band Composition
"Angel" is performed by Fleetwood Mac, a British-American rock band formed in 1967.
Album Details
The song is part of the music album "Tusk", released in 1979. Tusk was the band's twelfth studio album.
Song Writer
"Angel" was written by Stevie Nicks. She is often acclaimed as the songwriting force behind many of the band's biggest hits.
Album Success
Even though "Tusk" met mixed reviews originally, it has since been revisited by critics and is seen as a masterpiece of experimental pop.
Recording and Production
Much of Fleetwood Mac's "Tusk" album, including "Angel", was recorded in a more DIY style in band member Lindsey Buckingham's home.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of soft rock, which has been signature to Fleetwood Mac's style.
Contribution
Drummer Mick Fleetwood and bass guitarist John McVie both contributed significantly to the performance of the song.
Song Theme
The song, like many of Stevie Nick's writings, depicts relationships and emotional experiences, in this case, talking about an elusive "angel."
Live Performances
"Angel" was played live on Fleetwood Mac's '79 tour.
Fan Reaction
Among fans and critics, the song is known for its slightly moody feel yet catchy melody and profound lyrics.

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