Josie
Donovan
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From the album catch the wind Josie, I won't fail ya, I won't fail you, have no fear. Josie, I won't fail ya, Give me one more chance, the day is near. The meadows they are bursting, The yellow corn lies in your hand. And with the night comes sorrow As the tide of dawn sleeps on the land. The long breezes are blowing All down the sky into my face. I've a weary kind of feeling, Like my time has come and gone to waste. I love you, darling Josie, The trees of pine they grow so tall. How come you came to love me, When you didn't love me at all? Josie I won't fail ya, I won't fail you, have no fear. Josie I won't fail ya, Give me one more chance, the day is near. My Josie looks a child now, As she lies here on my breast. In the night I think about her, In the day I get no rest. I cut me a young pine-cone And I gave it to the river deep. It sailed 'way by your window Where you lay, so long in sleep. God bless you, darling Josie, With your sparklin' eyes so bright and clear. Josie, I won't fail ya, I won't fail you, have no fear. Josie, I won't fail ya, I won't fail you, have no fear. Josie, I won't fail ya, Give me one more chance, the day is near.
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12 facts about this song
Genre"Josie" is classified under the pop/folk genre, reflecting Donovan's style of intertwining these two styles in his music.
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Album ReleaseThe song "Josie" was first released in Donovan's 1966 album, "Donovan."
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Chart PerformanceWhile Donovan had other songs that charted higher, "Josie" did gain some popularity although there's no record of it topping music charts.
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Rail Accident InspirationDonovan has mentioned that "Josie" was inspired by a terrible rail accident in the UK.
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Recording LocationDonovan recorded "Josie," like many of his songs, at the famous Abbey Road Studios in London.
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CollaborationDonovan collaborated with producer Mickie Most to create the catchy, folky tune of "Josie."
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Repetitive Chorus"Josie" is also known for its simple, catchy, and repetitive chorus, which is a characteristic feature of many of Donovan's songs.
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Unique StyleDonovan’s acoustic and harmonica play in "Josie" is a great example of his unique musical style.
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Early Work"Josie" is significant as it is one of Donovan's earlier works and marked the start of his career.
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Cultural ImpactDespite not being one of his highest charting songs, "Josie" remains popular among Donovan's fans and is often played at his concerts.
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Artistic Evolution"Josie" is a demonstration of Donovan's early music style, before he incorporated more psychedelic influences.
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Use in MediaAlthough not as commonly used in media as some of Donovan's other songs, "Josie" has appeared in a few films and TV shows over the years.
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