I Want to Make the World Turn Around

Steve Miller, Steve Miller Band

About I Want to Make the World Turn Around

"I Want to Make the World Turn Around" is a single from Steve Miller Band's album Living in the 20th Century, released in November 1986. It barely scratched the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 97. However, it fared better on the Album Rock Tracks chart, reaching No. 1, a position it held for six straight weeks. It peaked at No. 72 on the Kent Music Report. The sax solo is performed by jazz/pop saxophonist, Kenny G.

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Steve Miller

Steven H. "Steve" Miller (born October 5, 1943) is an American guitarist and singer-songwriter who began his career in blues and blues rock and evolved to a more pop-oriented sound which, from the mid 1970s through the early 1980s, resulted in a series of successful singles and albums. more »

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Music Background "I Want to Make the World Turn Around" was released in 1986 by Steve Miller Band, an American rock band formed in 1966 by guitarist, singer and songwriter Steve Miller.
Chart Performance Peaking at No. 13 on the Canadian RPM Top Singles chart, this song was both a national and international success. In the U.S., it fared best on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart, climbing up to No. 2 position.
Album Release The song is part of the Steve Miller Band's thirteenth studio album, "Living in the 20th Century".
Unique Feature This track features the smooth jazz saxophonist, Kenny G, who added a unique element to the rock ballad.
Theme "I Want to Make the World Turn Around" reflects a soulful message of unity and peace, which was in line with many songs of the era that aimed to offer a critique of contemporary geopolitical situations.
Music Video The song's music video was aired on MTV, featuring a military-style storyline that added a visual narrative to the song's lyrical message.
Later Performances The song is not regularly included in Steve Miller Band's live performances, existing more as a hidden gem within their broad discography.
Pop Culture Reference The song was used in an episode of the popular T.V. show, "Miami Vice", further amplifying its pop culture significance.
Reception It received mixed reviews as critics felt it was a departure from the band's quintessential rock sound. However, others praised its lyrics and Kenny G's addition to the track.
TV Appearance In a 1987 episode of "Moonlighting", Steve Miller himself performed the song. This TV cameo is among the notable public performances of "I Want to Make the World Turn Around".

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