Darlin'
Frankie Miller
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Darlin' I'm feeling pretty lonesome I'd call you on the phone some But I don't have a dime Darlin' you're so far behind me Tomorrow's gonna find me Further down the line Takin' me some paper Pencil in my hand I'm gonna write Darlin' you know I feel the cold nights Thinking of the old nights Spent along with you Darlin' the tear is in my eye now Knowing I can try now To make it back to you Darlin' Love you more than ever Wish we were together Darlin' of mine Darlin' I'm feeling pretty lonesome I'd call you on the phone some But I don't have a dime Darlin' you're so far behind me Tomorrow's gonna find me Further down the line Oh my darlin' I'm feeling pretty lonesome I'd call you on the phone some But I don't have a dime Darlin' I'm feeling pretty lonesome I'd call you on the phone some But I don't have a dime Darlin' I'm feeling pretty lonesome I'd call you on the phone some But I don't have a dime
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Written by: STEWART BLANDAMER
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10 facts about this song
Songwriting and ProductionThe song "Darlin'" was initially written by Oscar Blandamer, but the version performed by Frankie Miller, Johnny Reid, and Tom Jones has undoubtedly given the track new life.
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Frankie MillerFrankie Miller, a Scottish rock singer-songwriter, made the song "Darlin'" popular when he released his own interpretation of the track in 1978.
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Chart PerformanceFrankie Miller's "Darlin'" did exceptionally well in the UK Singles Chart where it peaked at number 6.
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Johnny Reid's ContributionJohnny Reid, a country music artist from Canada, covered the song "Darlin'" in his 2009 album "Dance With Me."
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Reid's Chart SuccessJohnny Reid's version of "Darlin'" was a chart-topper too, as it reached the number 8 spot on the Canadian Hot 100.
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Tom Jones' VersionWelsh singer Tom Jones also recorded a version of "Darlin'", showcasing his distinct and powerful voice to bring an additional flavor to the song.
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Popularity in Pop CultureThe song "Darlin'" has also been used in different TV series such as "EastEnders" and "Porridge," as well as in commercials, increasing its popularity.
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Mix of Genres"Darlin'" has transcended the rigid lines of genre as it was first released as a pop rock song by Miller, then later being categorized as country pop in Reid's version, and then made into a pop soul track by Jones.
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Not a One-Hit WonderDespite "Darlin'" being one of Frankie Miller's most well-known songs, he is not a one-hit wonder. He has several successful tracks to his name including "Be Good to Yourself" and "Caledonia."
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Global AppealEach of these three artists - Miller, Reid, and Jones, although from different countries - Scotland, Canada and Wales respectively - have managed to take "Darlin'" to a global audience, further emphasizing the universal appeal of this romantic ballad.
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