Undercover Angel
Alan O'Day
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Yeah yeah Cryin' on my pillow Lonely in my bed Then I heard a voice beside me And she softly said "Thunder is your night light "Magic is your dream" And as I held her She said, "See what I mean?" I said "Whaaaat?" She said "Ooo-ooo-ooo-wee" I said "All right!" She said "Love me, love me, love me" Undercover angel Midnight fantasy I never had a dream that made sweet love to me Undercover angel The answer to my prayer You made me know that there's a love for me out there (Somewhere) Yeah, somewhere Heavenly surrender Sweet afterglow Undercover) Givin' up my heart to you Now, angel, don't go She said, "Go find the right one "Love her and then "When you look into her eyes "You'll see me again" I said "Whaaaat?" She said "Ooo-ooo-ooo-wee" I said "All right!" She said "Love me, love me, love me" Undercover angel Midnight fantasy I never had a dream that made sweet love to me Undercover angel The answer to my prayer You made me know that there's a love for me out there (Somewhere) Oh, somewhere Now you know my story And girl, if it's right I'm gonna take you in my arms And love you tonight Underneath the covers The answer lies Lookin' for my angel In your sweet lovin' eyes She said, "Whaaat?" I said, "Ooo-oo-oo-wee" She said, "All right!" I said, "Love me, love me, love me" She said, "Whaaat?" I said, "Ooo-oo-oo-wee" She said, "All right!" I said, "Love me, love me, love me" Undercover angel Midnight fantasy I never had a dream that made sweet love to me Undercover angel The answer to my prayer Love me, love me, love me Undercover angel Midnight fantasy I never had a dream that made sweet love to me Undercover angel The answer to my prayer You made me know that there's a love for me out there
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Written by: ALAN EARLE O'DAY
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22 facts about this song
Release InformationReleased as a single song in 1977, "Undercover Angel" is one of the signature hits by the American singer-songwriter Alan O'Day.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Proving its popularity, it managed to stay there for a week.
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Sales Performance"Undercover Angel" also succeeded commercially by selling over one million copies and was subsequently certified Platinum by the RIAA.
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Unusual SuccessInterestingly, "Undercover Angel" was a hit single without ever having been on an album first, a rather uncommon occurrence in the music industry.
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GenreThe song falls within the pop and soft rock genre, characteristic of O'Day's breezy, storytelling style.
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Theme and Story"Undercover Angel" is a story about a man who encounters an angelic figure who appears in his bedroom, fulfilling his romantic needs, only to leave him with an inspirational message.
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Follow-up SuccessDespite the song's breakthrough success, O'Day did not manage to maintain his momentum as a solo artist. This led to "Undercover Angel" effectively becoming his "one-hit wonder".
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Songwriting CareerWhile O'Day's solo career plateaued, he continued to have a successful career as a songwriter. He co-wrote songs for other performers, including "Angie Baby" for Helen Reddy and "Rock and Roll Heaven" for The Righteous Brothers.
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Movie Soundtrack"Undercover Angel" was also used on the soundtrack for the 1997 movie "Boogie Nights", infusing it with a touch of nostalgic value.
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O'Day's DeathAlan O'Day passed away in 2013 from brain cancer, but his number one hit remains a legacy of his talent and continues to be appreciated by fans worldwide.
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Song CoverIn 2009, Canadian artist Terry Jacks released a cover version of "Undercover Angel" showing the song's ongoing cultural relevance.
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Timeless AppealAfter more than four decades since its release, "Undercover Angel" is still fondly remembered and often played on the radio, confirming its timeless appeal.
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Song Popularity"Undercover Angel" was a significant hit, reaching number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 on July 9, 1977. It held the top spot for a week.
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Songwriter's CareerAlan O'Day, the singer and songwriter of "Undercover Angel", had an established career as a songwriter before his performance of the song. He had already written hits for other artists, including the 1974 number one hit "Angie Baby" by Helen Reddy.
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Song Theme"Undercover Angel" tells the story of a man suddenly visited by a beautiful, seductive angel in the middle of the night. He fell in love with her, but as quickly as she arrived, she disappears again, leaving him alone but forever changed.
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Song Recognition"Undercover Angel" earned a gold record, symbolizing sales of one million copies, from the Recording Industry Association of America.
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Media AppearancesThe song has made several appearances in popular media. For instance, it is part of the soundtrack of the movie "Super 8", released in 2011.
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Song Style"Undercover Angel" is considered to be a crossover between pop and disco, reflecting popular music tastes of its era.
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Chart SuccessBesides rising to number one in the US, "Undercover Angel" also charted in Canada, where it reached number three on the RPM Top Singles chart.
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Music VideoDespite its popularity, "Undercover Angel" doesn't have an official music video. This is mainly because it predates the MTV era.
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Cover VersionsThere have been several cover versions of "Undercover Angel", demonstrating the song's enduring popularity. Notably, popular American band The Fifth Estate recorded a version.
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Song's ImpactAlthough Alan O'Day continued to write and produce music after "Undercover Angel," this song is still his most recognized track, and it left a lasting legacy in late 70's music.
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