Dear God

Midge Ure

About Dear God

Dear God is a 1996 American comedy film distributed by Paramount Pictures, directed by Garry Marshall and starring Greg Kinnear and Laurie Metcalf. The song of the same title by Midge Ure was used in the film's theatrical trailer, but is not featured in the film itself.


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1999
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Dear God, is there somebody out there
Is there someone to hear my prayer
I'm a simple man with simple words to say
Is there some point in asking
Asking for more only got us where we are today
Lost and alone and afraid

Give me, love for the lonely
Give me, food for the hungry
Give me, peace in a restless world
Give me, hope for the children
Give me, a worldwide religion
Give me, peace in a restless world

Dear God, can you hear me crying
A whole world crying
Looking for something to say
We had it all and we threw it all away
Is there somebody watching
Somebody watching over the mess that we've made
We're lost and alone and afraid

Give me, love for the lonely
Give me, food for the hungry
Give me, peace in a restless world
Give me, hope for the children
Give me, a worldwide religion
Give me, peace in a restless world

And we need to know there's something good
Though all our years of solitude go on and on and on

Give me, love for the lonely
Give me, food for the hungry
Give me, peace in a restless world
Give me, hope for the children
Give me, a worldwide religion
Give me, peace in a restless world

Dear god, is there somebody out there
Is there someone to hear my prayer

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Midge Ure

James "Midge" Ure, OBE (born 10 October 1953, Cambuslang, Lanarkshire, Scotland) is a Scottish guitarist, singer, keyboard player, and songwriter. His stage name, Midge, is a phonetic reversal of Jim, the diminutive form of his real name. more »

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Written by: ELTON JOHN, GARY ANTHONY OSBORNE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"Dear God" is a song by British composer and musician Midge Ure. Ure is best known for being part of the bands Ultravox and Band Aid.
Release
It was first released in 1988 as part of his second solo album, "Answers to Nothing."
Genre
This song is classified under the genre of synth-pop, new wave, and progressive pop. It is characterized by synthesizers and drum machines that were particularly popular in the 1980s.
Lyrics
"Dear God" is a song with deep lyrical content addressing God with an individual's doubts, questions and fears, hence its title. It captures the despair, confusion and disbelief people can experience in their relationship with a higher power.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Dear God" charted modestly in the UK, reaching 79th spot. It enjoyed more success in Austria, peaking at number 22.
Video
The music video for the song features Ure walking through a desert, symbolizing a spiritual journey or existential crisis. He encounters various symbolic objects and scenes along his way.
Music Composition
Known for intense vocals and atmospheric synthesizer work, this song showcases Ure's musical prowess and maintains the emotional intensity throughout with a strong, rhythmic melody.
Reception
Critics praised the poignant messages conveyed by the song. It resonated with listeners who were grappling with their own spiritual dilemmas and life's uncertainties.
Live Performance
Throughout his career, Ure often included "Dear God" in his tour performances. Despite its initial tepid chart performance, it was well-received by audiences in live settings.
Legacy
"Dear God" remains one of Midge Ure's most emotional and compelling works. It has been covered by other artists and continues to be relevant due to its universal themes of spirituality and self-discovery.

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