Maggie May

Rod Stewart

About Maggie May

"Maggie May" is a song co-written by singer Rod Stewart and Martin Quittenton, and performed by Rod Stewart on his album Every Picture Tells a Story, released in 1971. In 2004, Rolling Stone ranked the song number 131 on its list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.


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2001
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Wake up, Maggie I think I got something to say to you
It's late September and I really should be back at school
I know I keep you amused, but I feel I'm being used
Oh, Maggie, I couldn't have tried any more
You led me away from home 
Just to save you from being alone
You stole my heart, and that's what really hurts
 
The morning sun, when it's in your face really shows your age
But that don't worry me none in my eyes, you're everything

I laughed at all of your jokes
My love you didn't need to coax
Oh, Maggie, I couldn't have tried any more

You led me away from home
Just to save you from being alone
You stole my soul, and that's a pain I can do without.

All I needed was a friend to lend a guiding hand
But you turned into a lover, and, mother, what a lover you wore me out
All you did was wreck my bed
And, in the morning, kick me in the head
Oh, Maggie, I couldn't have tried any more
You led me away from home
'Cause you didn't want to be alone
You stole my heart, I couldn't leave you if I tried
 
I suppose I could collect my books and get on back to school
Or steal my daddy's cue and make a living out of playing pool
Or find myself a rock 'n' roll band 
That needs a helping hand
Oh, Maggie, I wish I'd never seen your face
You made a first-class fool out of me
But I'm as blind as a fool can be
You stole my heart, but I love you anyway

Maggie I wish that I'd never seen your face
I'll get a ride home one of these days

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Rod Stewart

Roderick David "Rod" Stewart, CBE (born 10 January 1945) is a British singer-songwriter, born and raised in North London, England, and currently residing in Epping. He is of Scottish and English ancestry. With his distinctive raspy singing voice, Stewart came to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s with The Jeff Beck Group and then Faces. He launched his solo career in 1969 with his debut album An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down (US: The Rod Stewart Album). His work with The Jeff Beck Group and Faces influenced heavy metal genres. more »

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Written by: Martin Quittenton, Roderick Stewart

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Release Information
"Maggie May" is a song co-written by singer-songwriter Rod Stewart and Martin Quittenton, and performed by Stewart. It was first released as the B-side of "Reason to Believe," but DJs began to flip the record over, leading it to become more popular.
Chart Success
The song was a massive hit, reaching number one on the UK singles chart in October 1971, where it stayed for five weeks. It also topped the US Billboard Hot 100 charts.
Album Inclusion
The song was initially included in Rod Stewart's album "Every Picture Tells a Story," which was released in 1971.
Song Inspiration
"Maggie May" is said to express Stewart's feelings of ambivalence about the loss of his virginity to an older woman. The song was described by Stewart as a true story, with the name "Maggie May" changed from the actual woman to protect her identity.
Recognizable Intro
"Maggie May" starts with a distinctive mandolin part played by Ray Jackson.
Accolades
The song was named one of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, highlighting its cultural significance.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "Maggie May," including the famous British rock and pop singer, Elton John.
Grammy Consideration
Even though "Maggie May" did not win any Grammy Awards, it was nominated for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" at the 14th Annual Grammy Awards.
Misunderstanding Over Credits
There was initially a controversy over the mandolin part played by Ray Jackson, as he was reportedly only credited on the album for 'playing the mandolin' and not for his contribution to the arrangement.
Sporting Anthems
In recent years, "Maggie May" has been adopted as an anthem by several sporting teams, including Everton F.C. and the Scottish football team, Celtic F.C.

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