Hard Day

George Michael

About Hard Day

"Hard Day" is a song by English singer George Michael from his debut studio album, Faith (1987). It was released on 30 October 1987 as the album's third single. The song was written and originally produced by Michael, and was released solely in the United States and Australia. No music video was made for the song. The lyrics are apparently addressed to a woman which the singer is obsessed with; in the final verse, Michael voices her by altering his own voice, in the same style as Prince's imaginary alter ego Camille. "Hard Day" reached the top five on the US Hot Dance Club Songs chart and the top 40 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The 12" single was backed with the extended mix of "I Want Your Sex". "Hard Day" was also released as the B-side of the earlier "I Want Your Sex" 12" single. 


Year:
1987
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Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now

Down, down, do-do-do-down
Don't bring me down, down, do-do-do-down
Don't bring me down, down, do-do-do-down
Down, down, do-do-do-down, down, do-do-do-down

I've never been one for playing games
You can move your mouth forever
But the words sound just the same
Something like, bang bang you're dead
Couldn't we just make love instead
Say yes cause it's what we do best
And I've had such a hard day

Take me where their eyes can't find us
Without you I may as well just

How much do I have to say?
What more do you have to see?
What will it take to make you love me?
Well, you're not the first, you're not the last
You're not even the one who loves me the best
But all I think about is you

So take me where their eyes can't find us
Without you I may as well just

Down, down, do-do-do-down, do-do-do-do
Down, down, do-do-do-down, do-do-do-do

Take me where their eyes can't find us
Without you I may as well just

Don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, down, down, down, down
Don't bring me down, down, do-do-do-down

Please don't wander from my door

I've never been one for playing games
You can move your mouth forever
But the words sound just the same
Bang bang, you're dead
Shouldn't we just make love instead?
Say yes cause it's what we do best
And I've had such a hard day

Don't bring me down
So don't bring me down
Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now

Don't bring me down
Sweet little boy with, oh, such a big mouth
Harsh words can get you into hot water
When people don't understand you, baby
I'm always here for you
And I, and I will never bring you down
Down, down, down, down, my baby

Trust me, I want you to trust me, trust me, tru-tru-tru-tru
Oh, trust me
Cause I won't bring you down (don't bring me down)
I won't bring you down
Do you trust me (yeah)

Such a hard day
You had a hard day, such a hard day
You had a hard day, such a hard day
You had a hard day, such a hard day
You had a hard day, such a hard day, day, day

Won't bring you down, won't bring, won't bring you down
Won't bring, won't bring you down, my baby

Down, down, do-do-do-down
Down, down, do-do-do-down, down, do-do-do-down

Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now
Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now
Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now
Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now
Won't you give me a break?

Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now
Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now
Won't you give me a break?
Somebody give me a break now

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George Michael

George Michael (born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou; (Greek: Γεώργιος Κυριάκος Παναγιώτου); 25 June 1963 - 25 December 2016) was an English musician, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. Michael rose to fame in the 1980s when he formed the pop duo Wham! with his school friend, Andrew Ridgeley. His first solo single, "Careless Whisper", was released when he was still in the duo and sold about six million copies worldwide. more »

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Written by: GEORGE MICHAEL

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"A Hard Day" is a song by British singer George Michael, featured on his prominent debut solo album, "Faith", released in 1987.
Album Success
"Faith" was an incredible success, reaching No. 1 in the United States and United Kingdom, and winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1989.
Not a Single
Despite the album featuring six Top 5 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, "Hard Day" wasn't released as a single. Nonetheless, the song helped boost the album's success and popularity.
Production
George Michael himself was the sole producer for "Hard Day" like the rest of the album, highlighting his multi-talent skills as a singer, songwriter, and producer.
Song Inspiration
George Michael disclosed that "Hard Day" was primarily influenced by American R&B and funk music, aligning with the overall sound and texture of the album.
Special Edition
"Hard Day" was included in the special edition release of "Faith". This version was an extended remix that was longer than the album version.
Notable Appearance
"Hard Day" is known for its memorable inclusion in the Beverly Hills Cop II soundtrack which boosted the song's exposure to a larger audience.
Re-Release
The song was also re-released in 2010 in the "Faith: Legacy Edition" album alongside other hits from George Michael.
Unique Sound
Many fans and critics have praised "Hard Day" for its blend of soul, R&B, and funk, which Michael implements in a way that was considered modern and innovative during the 1980s.
George Michael's Legacy
"Hard Day", though not a chart-topper like some other hits in "Faith", is still considered part of George Michael's impressive legacy, showing his versatility as a musician and his capability of exploring different musical genres.

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