Dear Stevie: We've heard Sad Angel, we love it!

[secondhandchain]

NOW will you make a full album? Somebody start a petition.

[secondhandchain]

Lindsey wan't lying when he said he was thinking of Stevie's voice when he wrote it. It's a perfect key for their voices now and they don't have to strain, but it still sounds new. He's also writing with her harmonies (almost as a duet) in mind. I'm sure she loves this.

[WildHearted]

They sounded amazing. The harmonies were impeccable, really.

[mottabam]

I agree. That song was one of the highlights of last nights show for me. Loved it. The band rocked. The back drop changes were nice especially when it went to live images of the band. The drum solo change in world turning was a pleasant surprise from the drum vest... Stevie seemed to take a while to get into her performance. Idk maybe it is just those glasses making her look tired and older. Once she took them off she looked great and suddenly her energy seemed to increase. Most of the chatter I heard after the show and this morning at the hotel was how awesome lindsey and mick were last night and I agree they gave a great perform.ance and it showed on their face they were happy to be there. Again, sad angel was great. Lindsey said new ep this week so we'll see?

[Stu]

it's amazing!

New EP this week?!

[sodascouts]

LOVED Sad Angel. I was afraid it would be trite when I heard the title, but it was rockin' and fun.

During the VIP meet'n'greet with Mick, I asked about whether there would be an album and he was all "We don't know if the fans really want it..."

I said "Don't you dare use that as a reason not to do it, we want it!!!" He looked a bit taken aback at my vehemence, lol, but said he hoped they would do it.

[WildHearted]

LOVED Sad Angel. I was afraid it would be trite when I heard the title, but it was rockin' and fun.

During the VIP meet'n'greet with Mick, I asked about whether there would be an album and he was all "We don't know if the fans really want it..."

I said "Don't you dare use that as a reason not to do it, we want it!!!" He looked a bit taken aback at my vehemence, lol, but said he hoped they would do it.

Lol, good for you!

Everyone should do this when the meet him, then maybe they will get the hint :)

What was the overall M&G experience like?

[gypsy-sara]

LOVED Sad Angel. I was afraid it would be trite when I heard the title, but it was rockin' and fun.

During the VIP meet'n'greet with Mick, I asked about whether there would be an album and he was all "We don't know if the fans really want it..."

I said "Don't you dare use that as a reason not to do it, we want it!!!" He looked a bit taken aback at my vehemence, lol, but said he hoped they would do it.

I could hug and kiss and cuddle you for your reaction! :xoxo:
Great!
Anyone who is attending the meet'n'greets should demand the recording of another Fleetwood Mac-album! And if you do so: Please tell Mick that Christine should be involved! :angel:

[Machu]

It is such a good song! I soooo wish they'd decide to do a full album.

[sodascouts]

What was the overall M&G experience like?

It was great - well worth the money. I know Mick gets a hard time for being greedy but I was thrilled with it. He was a real doll - he acted like he was happy to be there and enjoyed interacting with fans rather than just going through the motions out of contractual obligation.

He encouraged us to ask questions, was really sweet during photos, and signed things as well. I was very pleased with my experience and highly recommend it.

One note that wasn't so positive: the people that were running it were clueless and were trying to herd us in and out quickly, without even getting autographs. Mick had to tell them to chill several times. If it weren't for Mick, it would not have been so great, but he made sure we got our money's worth.

[WildHearted]

It was great - well worth the money. I know Mick gets a hard time for being greedy but I was thrilled with it. He was a real doll - he acted like he was happy to be there and enjoyed interacting with fans rather than just going through the motions out of contractual obligation.

He encouraged us to ask questions, was really sweet during photos, and signed things as well. I was very pleased with my experience and highly recommend it.

One note that wasn't so positive: the people that were running it were clueless and were trying to herd us in and out quickly, without even getting autographs. Mick had to tell them to chill several times. If it weren't for Mick, it would not have been so great, but he made sure we got our money's worth.

Did everyone go in at once? How much time did you get to spend with him?

[fleetwoodguy79]

It was great - well worth the money. I know Mick gets a hard time for being greedy but I was thrilled with it. He was a real doll - he acted like he was happy to be there and enjoyed interacting with fans rather than just going through the motions out of contractual obligation.

He encouraged us to ask questions, was really sweet during photos, and signed things as well. I was very pleased with my experience and highly recommend it.

One note that wasn't so positive: the people that were running it were clueless and were trying to herd us in and out quickly, without even getting autographs. Mick had to tell them to chill several times. If it weren't for Mick, it would not have been so great, but he made sure we got our money's worth.

THIS

Mick wanted to make this about the fans, rather than the coordinators who were treating us like sheep being exposed to a god (although in their defense, Mick is).

Completely worth the extra funds. And it was fantastic getting to meet fellow Ledgies for the first time! You rock, Nancy! :nod:

[skcin]

I like Sad Angel a lot. :nod: Next M&G bunch should tell Mick that it went over well with the fans.

[GoldDustBoy]

I am not impressed with Sad Angel. I mean, it's just ok, and nothing more. It's great to hear something new from the Mac, but I bet there are much better new songs they could have played on this tour. Introducing blah songs first is something you can always expect for from FM.

[KarmaContestant]

I enjoyed Sad Angel, too. It sounds fresh, and yet still sounds like classic Fleetwood Mac. I *really* hope they release some new recorded material, and soon.

[Jondalar]

Sad Angel is a single.

[KenshiMaster16]

Threw this together rather quickly in anticipation in case the new artwork sucks ass and until we get that new photo of the group in HD. lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v473/KenshiMaster16/SadAngelEP_zpse25a5d6d.png

[Hawkeye]

I am not impressed with Sad Angel. I mean, it's just ok, and nothing more. It's great to hear something new from the Mac, but I bet there are much better new songs they could have played on this tour. Introducing blah songs first is something you can always expect for from FM.

agree that in the past they have introduced blah songs first (Peacekeeper and Say You Will) but disagree that Sad Angel is in line with those songs. Stevie's harmony alone is far better then Peacekeeper. It sounds like the best parts of Lindsey's past 2 solo albums with the addition of stevie's voice and way more important Mick and John. Lindsey wasn't lying when he said they played their asses off in theses new songs.

[GoldDustBoy]

agree that in the past they have introduced blah songs first (Peacekeeper and Say You Will) but disagree that Sad Angel is in line with those songs. Stevie's harmony alone is far better then Peacekeeper. It sounds like the best parts of Lindsey's past 2 solo albums with the addition of stevie's voice and way more important Mick and John. Lindsey wasn't lying when he said they played their asses off in theses new songs.

The song simply doesn't put me in any kind of mood. I've listened to it several times today, and the only reason I did that is because it's new. Try to put it on any FM album alongside all the existing songs. You certainly wouldn't classify it together with the worst, but would you really classify it with the strongest tracks? I am 100% sure we can expect at least 2-3 better songs on the upcoming LP/EP/ whatever format they're planning to put out in the near future. I hope I'm wrong, but I can't see it thrilling anyone outside their fanbasse.

[Erin]

I also told Mick to tell "her" we want the new album, so he's now also aware we know who the holdout is!

[StevieNicksfann]

wonderful! Now someone just tell Mick that we want The Dealer recorded and I can go to heaven lol

[StandbackStevie]

I saw the clips of the 2 new songs on you tube from the show and I didn't like either one of them.I prefer Stevie's new song from Sound City Reel to Real.Movie Soundtrack. You can't Fix This would love to have seen this song on this tour set its a new song and would fit in great has a Fleetwood Mac sound and it rocks.the 2 new songs not impressed to me they sound like sleepers of a songs.

[redbird]

I think "Sad Angel" is a more appealing peppy snappy up-tempo number than Say You Will's peppy snappy up-tempo numbers. That's my point of comparison for reacting (not that it has to be anyone else's). I don't think it's an instant classic for the millennium or anything but for me its unmitigatedly enjoyable (as far as I can tell right now) whereas a lot of their recent songs have been "Pretty good, but would've been nice with/without ..."etc. It feels nice to not have to qualify my appreciation of a new Fleetwood Mac song. I think the guitar's sweet and the harmony makes me smile, the beat gets my toe tapping, etc. It's pretty mainstream without feeling blase to me, it's just a basic pop song doing what good pop songs do (sound good).

This is JMO, music's subjective etc etc. But I'm truly really happy to hear "Sad Angel" after SYW.

[Jondalar]

I think "Sad Angel" is a more appealing peppy snappy up-tempo number than Say You Will's peppy snappy up-tempo numbers. That's my point of comparison for reacting (not that it has to be anyone else's). I don't think it's an instant classic for the millennium or anything but for me its unmitigatedly enjoyable (as far as I can tell right now) whereas a lot of their recent songs have been "Pretty good, but would've been nice with/without ..."etc. It feels nice to not have to qualify my appreciation of a new Fleetwood Mac song. I think the guitar's sweet and the harmony makes me smile, the beat gets my toe tapping, etc. It's pretty mainstream without feeling blase to me, it's just a basic pop song doing what good pop songs do (sound good).

This is JMO, music's subjective etc etc. But I'm truly really happy to hear "Sad Angel" after SYW.

I think Lindsey's songs were stellar on SYW. There were a few of Stevie's I liked.

[StandbackStevie]

I loved all the songs on Say You Will it really is a master piece of an album love it.

[redbird]

Well, that's opinions for ya, everyone's got their own. I don't mean to offend by offering mine. I really liked about half of Lindsey's and Stevie's songs each, and thought they could've made a good regular-length album. But among the songs I liked, the peppier snappier up-tempo ones weren't really among them. Like, I really like "Miranda" and "Bleed to Love Her", but "Say You Will" and "What's the World Coming To" and to an extent "Steal Your Heart Away", not so much.

I also didn't like the production a whole hell of a lot, it could sometimes be interesting but my appreciation was kind of intellectual and not emotional.

[Jondalar]

Well, that's opinions for ya, everyone's got their own. I don't mean to offend by offering mine. I really liked about half of Lindsey's and Stevie's songs each, and thought they could've made a good regular-length album. But among the songs I liked, the peppier snappier up-tempo ones weren't really among them. Like, I really like "Miranda" and "Bleed to Love Her", but "Say You Will" and "What's the World Coming To" and to an extent "Steal Your Heart Away", not so much.

I also didn't like the production a whole hell of a lot, it could sometimes be interesting but my appreciation was kind of intellectual and not emotional.

Bleed to Love Her should of been a single. That song is a classic. One of the best songs he has ever written and it makes an emotional impact. I remember when the Dance came out, people were humming that song.

[RockawayBlind]

I enjoyed Sad Angel, too. It sounds fresh, and yet still sounds like classic Fleetwood Mac.
soon.

That it does. In fact, it sounds like Lindsey has been listening to Katy Perry and whatever else gets radio play these days. The song is all chorus, with a few "signature" FM licks thrown in. Really bland, in my view.

I hate to be a downer, but Lindsey's voice sounded horrible on it. Sorry, folks. It isn't good.

[StevieNicksfann]

Bleed to Love Her should of been a single. That song is a classic. One of the best songs he has ever written and it makes an emotional impact. I remember when the Dance came out, people were humming that song.

agree completely. I think the single choices have been off for a while now

[blemelin]

"Sad angel, have you come to fight the war?" What war?! Sounds like a somewhat uptempo "Peacekeeper." Dull as dish water.

[Jondalar]

"Sad angel, have you come to fight the war?" What war?! Sounds like a somewhat uptempo "Peacekeeper." Dull as dish water.

The war in the recording studio and onstage with Lindsey.

[ejb1969]

Imho, the crowd at the Columbus show responded very, very well to Sad Angel. They were receptive to the others as well, but SA the most.

I say this because the night before, I was at the Elton John concert and when he played his new material, it seemed like "sit down" or "bathroom break" time.

[DoubtfulMiracle]

It's a winner in my book. A catchy little song and they sound great together on it. I guess I can see where some people might think it's a bit beige, but I also think that aspect of it means it will generally go over with audiences quite well.

I hope it stays in the setlist all the way to Australia!

[TerraRhiannon]

Imho, the crowd at the Columbus show responded very, very well to Sad Angel. They were receptive to the others as well, but SA the most.

I say this because the night before, I was at the Elton John concert and when he played his new material, it seemed like "sit down" or "bathroom break" time.

Where was he the night before? I want to try to find the new material on Youtube. :) Big EJ fan here!...

[MikeVielhaber]

I seriously doubt they will drop the new song at any point. They've been promoting it in interviews for months that they would be playing it.

[TrueFaith77]

I seriously doubt they will drop the new song at any point. They've been promoting it in interviews for months that they would be playing it.

I agree. It ain't coming.

[ejb1969]

Where was he the night before? I want to try to find the new material on Youtube. :) Big EJ fan here!...

He was in Fairborn, Ohio which is just outside of Dayton.

I was looking on Dime for a recording, but no luck yet.

[Ulpian]

I was pleasantly surprised by Sad Angel; it is lovely.

:angel:

[depp91]

The first time I listened to it I thought it was boring as hell....
The second time, I started to like it...
And now it's really catchy and the lines "hello, hello sad angel, have you..." are in my ear constantly...:thumbsup:

[michelej1]

And now it's really catchy and the lines "hello, hello sad angel, have you..." are in my ear constantly...:thumbsup:

I know. The last "hello, hello" in the chorus is deeper and huskier than the others and I go around singing it, first high, then low, sounding like an idiot.

I like it better than Peacekeeper. I'd love to have them going on Leno or The Today show singing this one, like they did Peacekeeper.

Michele

[Jondalar]

Stevie's voice sounds good on this.

[TrueFaith77]

I agree. It's improving with every listen. I just wish I were hearing the studio version--surrounded by nine other new songs. ;)

[michelej1]

Something Else Reviews
http://somethingelsereviews.com/2013/04/09/one-track-mind-fleetwood-mac-sad-angel-2013/

One Track Mind: Fleetwood Mac, “Sad Angel” (2013)
by Nick DeRiso

As it continues a series of reunion concerts, Fleetwood Mac is previewing some original music — its first in a decade — including the newly composed “Sad Angel,” as well as an unreleased demo from the Buckingham Nicks sessions.

“Sad Angel” begins with a staccato guitar signature, as Buckingham launches into one of his patented hurtful yodels, only to be joined by a completely reinvigorated Stevie Nicks. Despite its plaintive title, however, this thing rocks — with a muscular rhythmic counterpoint from Mick Fleetwood and John McVie, and one of Buckingham’s most propulsive solos since “Holiday Road,” back in 1983.

Buckingham, who previewed “Sad Angel” at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center over the weekend, confirmed the imminent release of an EP’s worth of new music — recorded late last year before these new concert dates.

“We cut a whole bunch of stuff,” Buckingham says of 2012 sessions. “We’re not sure what we’re going to do with it yet. But one thing we know is it’s the best stuff we’ve done in a long time.”

The group also introduced the Buckingham Nicks leftover during the same Philadelphia show. “Without You” might also presumably appear on this forthcoming Fleetwood Mac release.

[TrueFaith77]

Well I really look forward to the new Lindsey solo album featuring the greatest rhythm section of all time.

[elle]

Well I really look forward to the new Lindsey solo album featuring the greatest rhythm section of all time.

you know what my son's conclusion after last night was? he said he likes Lindsey better with the Mac than solo, that Mac are a great backing band for him; he especially liked Mick's drumming. :D :cool:

[MikeVielhaber]

you know what my son's conclusion after last night was? he said he likes Lindsey better with the Mac than solo, that Mac are a great backing band for him; he especially liked Mick's drumming. :D :cool:

I agree with your son's assessment.

[shackin'up]

Well I really look forward to the new Lindsey solo album featuring the greatest rhythm section of all time.

You articulate my deepest musical wish. But then with songs he wrote without the FM brand in mind, like he did last year with the new batch.

[MikeVielhaber]

You articulate my deepest musical wish. But then with songs he wrote without the FM brand in mind, like he did last year with the new batch.

I don't think he would record with Mick and John without at least the intention of using it for FM.

[Aisling]

Does anyone have the full lyrics for Sad Angel? Or a guess at them?

[kak125]

Hallelujah!

Legendary pop group Fleetwood Mac are currently spreading their musical sauce all over America while on tour…

But the band served up an extra SPECIAL helping to their audience in Philadelphia when former lovers Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham debuted a BRAND NEW SONG called Sad Angel!

Ch-ch-check out the live performance (above)!

Our ears are already wiggling with JOY to Fleetwood Mac's signature strong, rhythmic beats and Stevie and Lindsey's super sweet vocals!

AND prepare to get EXCITED, cause Sad Angel is just ONE of multiple new tracks that will be made available in the form of a soon to be released EP…

And that is NO rumour! LOLz!

http://perezhilton.com/2013-04-10-fleetwood-mac-new-song-sad-angel-live-philadelphia-watch-video

[shackin'up]

I don't think he would record with Mick and John without at least the intention of using it for FM.
He recorded with Mick and John between 95 and 96 for a solorecord. He wasn't even IN Fleetwood Mac back then. Gift Of Screws, Wait For You, etcetera. That's what I mean. I think he specifically wrote the songs for FM in a commercial mode, Like with Sad Angel. But we'll see what comes out....

[MikeVielhaber]

He recorded with Mick and John between 95 and 96 for a solorecord. He wasn't even IN Fleetwood Mac back then. Gift Of Screws, Wait For You, etcetera. That's what I mean. I think he specifically wrote the songs for FM in a commercial mode, Like with Sad Angel. But we'll see what comes out....

Right...so this situation is different. If he were going to use band mates of a band he's currently in...I think he would use the material for that band. At least in the context of this particular band. In the 90s they were just former band mates. Even then, that turned into a FM reunion and most of the material they worked one went onto a FM album.

[juniper]

Does anyone have the full lyrics for Sad Angel? Or a guess at them?

Somebody posted their initial take on them, but I can't find at the moment. Does anyone have a real clear recording? Here's what I'm getting so far: bear in mind, I"m sure lots of these words are wrong, but I need to sing something while I'm jumping around...Feel free to correct or let me know if they're already posted!!

V1:
My eyes were consumed
By the silence in the room
Your dreams would not wait ????
From the worlds ???From the words
That we braved ???That we prayed

Chorus:
Hello hello sad angel
Have you come to fight the war?
The drums of power are calling
My soul marches out the door
Before we heard together ??????The call we heard together
The crowd calling out for more
Hello hello sad angel
Have you come to fight the war?

V2:
I always saw the words ?????
With a prayer and a curse
Your pain had to sleep
With a sword in its teeth ????? I know that's not right...

Chorus

Bridge - is guitar only, no vocal

Chorus

Guitar solo --> Outro

BTW, I think some people first perceive this song as boring bcz of the solid drumbeat that never changes, and because there is no vocal bridge. But if these words are even half right, it seems to be a real anthem to this whole tour. L & S joked on stage that going on tour together/working together is like their own kind of 'war,' and I think this tune, with its deliberately incessant thumping 'get up and march' beat, is like a call to arms for both of them to get their music out there and the tour is like a campaign - they can't resist it: THe drums of power are calling; my soul marches out the door. And they hear the crowd calling out for more, etc.
I'm not sure about the 'sad' in sad angel. I'm not sure sure who did and didn't want to tour, but it's almost like lindsey is saying, 'c'mon, stevie, you know were are supposed to do this - it's what we do, let's go.' Was stevie reluctant to tour?
Of course, this could all be way off, but I like the idea that it's kind of anthem-like, and in that light, it's simply awesome. If you can hear past the drumming, the nuances of the guitar licks are so good, and riff at the end is amazing- so memorable. And Stevie's voice sounds great in it too.

[WildHearted]

Somebody posted their initial take on them, but I can't find at the moment. Does anyone have a real clear recording? Here's what I'm getting so far: bear in mind, I"m sure lots of these words are wrong, but I need to sing something while I'm jumping around...Feel free to correct or let me know if they're already posted!!

V1:
My eyes were consumed
By the silence in the room
Your dreams would not wait ????
From the worlds
That we braved

Chorus:
Hello hello sad angel
Have you come to fight the war?
The drums of power are calling
My soul marches out the door
Before we heard together ??????
The crowd calling out for more
Hello hello sad angel
Have you come to fight the war?

V2:
I always saw the words ?????
With a prayer and a curse
Your pain had to sleep
With a sword in its teeth ?????

Chorus

Bridge - is guitar only, no vocal

Chorus

Guitar solo --> Outro

Yeah, I had posted my initial deciphering of the lyrics after Columbus. This is what I heard based on those early vids:

My eyes will consume all the silence in the room
Your dreams will not wait for the words that we pray (?)

Hello, hello Sad Angel
Have you come to fight the war?
Here comes survival calling (?)
My soul marches out the door
I thought we heard together (?)
The crowd calling out for more
Hello, hello Sad Angel
Have you come to fight the war?

My eyes saw the words with a prayer and a curse (?)
The pain had to sleep with a sore that it keeps (?)

The ones with the question marks I don't think are completely accurate (hence the question marks), and I was hoping that newer videos would bring more clarity but I still have trouble making out what they say there. Yours seems to fit too even though they are slightly different haha.

I believe Lindsey said Sad Angel was about Stevie's reluctance to go forward with a new album for FM.

[shackin'up]

BTW, I think some people first perceive this song as boring bcz of the solid drumbeat that never changes, and because there is no vocal bridge. But if these words are even half right, it seems to be a real anthem to this whole tour. L & S joked on stage that going on tour together/working together is like their own kind of 'war,' and I think this tune, with its deliberately incessant thumping 'get up and march' beat, is like a call to arms for both of them to get their music out there and the tour is like a campaign - they can't resist it: THe drums of power are calling; my soul marches out the door. And they hear the crowd calling out for more, etc.
I'm not sure about the 'sad' in sad angel. I'm not sure sure who did and didn't want to tour, but it's almost like lindsey is saying, 'c'mon, stevie, you know were are supposed to do this - it's what we do, let's go.' Was stevie reluctant to tour?
Of course, this could all be way off, but I like the idea that it's kind of anthem-like, and in that light, it's simply awesome. If you can hear past the drumming, the nuances of the guitar licks are so good. And Stevie's voice sounds great in it too.

Basicly, I had these thoughts too. They recorded without Stevie, she was sad at home. That's his sad angel. And they recorded after Lindsey secretly wrote them and recorded basics with Froom. So he wrote this song to call her to come back to their war. F8cking beautiful.

By the way, I totally love the drumgroove. And John's parts sound spectacular.

[juniper]

Basicly, I had these thoughts too. They recorded without Stevie, she was sad at home. That's his sad angel. And they recorded after Lindsey secretly wrote them and recorded basics with Froom. So he wrote this song to call her to come back to their war. F8cking beautiful.

By the way, I totally love the drumgroove. And John's parts sound spectacular.

OK that makes sense. She was sad about her mother passing, and he's saying, ok it's time to get on with life....

F8cking beautiful.

No doubt. That's powerful. That's love-

[editme2]

Somebody posted their initial take on them, but I can't find at the moment. Does anyone have a real clear recording? Here's what I'm getting so far: bear in mind, I"m sure lots of these words are wrong, but I need to sing something while I'm jumping around...Feel free to correct or let me know if they're already posted!!

V1:
My eyes were consumed
By the silence in the room
Your dreams would not wait ????
From the worlds ???From the words
That we braved ???That we prayed

Chorus:
Hello hello sad angel
Have you come to fight the war?
The drums of power are calling
My soul marches out the door
Before we heard together ??????The call we heard together
The crowd calling out for more
Hello hello sad angel
Have you come to fight the war?

V2:
I always saw the words ?????
With a prayer and a curse
Your pain had to sleep
With a sword in its teeth ????? I know that's not right...

Chorus

Bridge - is guitar only, no vocal

Chorus

Guitar solo --> Outro

BTW, I think some people first perceive this song as boring bcz of the solid drumbeat that never changes, and because there is no vocal bridge. But if these words are even half right, it seems to be a real anthem to this whole tour. L & S joked on stage that going on tour together/working together is like their own kind of 'war,' and I think this tune, with its deliberately incessant thumping 'get up and march' beat, is like a call to arms for both of them to get their music out there and the tour is like a campaign - they can't resist it: THe drums of power are calling; my soul marches out the door. And they hear the crowd calling out for more, etc.
I'm not sure about the 'sad' in sad angel. I'm not sure sure who did and didn't want to tour, but it's almost like lindsey is saying, 'c'mon, stevie, you know were are supposed to do this - it's what we do, let's go.' Was stevie reluctant to tour?
Of course, this could all be way off, but I like the idea that it's kind of anthem-like, and in that light, it's simply awesome. If you can hear past the drumming, the nuances of the guitar licks are so good, and riff at the end is amazing- so memorable. And Stevie's voice sounds great in it too.


I think the chorus is:
Hello hello Sad Angel
Have you come to fight the war?
The drums of power are calling
Our souls marching out the door
We fall to earth together
The crowd's calling out for more
Hello hello Sad Angel
Have you come to fight the war?

[Aisling]

Many thanks to all of you who pitched in with the lyrics; I loved the song the first time I heard it, but I think I love it even more now that I have a decent idea of what Lindsey's singing. :)

[Keith]

I've been humming "Sad Angel" in my head all day long. It goes well with the cherry blossoms down at the tidal basin. Thanks Lindsey - super cool song. And thanks for sharing the lyrics - makes the song even better!

[juniper]

I think the chorus is:
Hello hello Sad Angel
Have you come to fight the war?
The drums of power are calling
Our souls marching out the door
We fall to earth together
The crowd's calling out for more
Hello hello Sad Angel
Have you come to fight the war?


Yeah, I think that's right! I was just listening to it in the car, and I think I got the verses maybe a little closer: (still not right)

V1:
My eyes were consumed
By the silence in the room
Your dreams would not wait
For the words
That we prayed

V2:
I released [subtle] words
With a prayer and a curse
Your pain had to [sleep] ????
With a sword [in its teeth] ????? I know that's not right...

[michelej1]

you know what my son's conclusion after last night was? he said he likes Lindsey better with the Mac than solo, that Mac are a great backing band for him; he especially liked Mick's drumming. :D :cool:

So, your son takes after his father then? He is correct, btw.

Michele

[michelej1]

We fall to earth together
The crowd's calling out for more


Oh, I especially like that line. Fall to earth together.:nod:

Michele

[SpyNote]

This is how it sounds to me, but I could be mistaken.

My eyes were consumed
By the silence in the room
Your dreams would not wake
From the words that we break

Hello, hello, sad angel
Have you come to fight the war
The drums, a fire, a calling
My soul marches out the door
We fall to earth together
The crowd calling out for more
Hello, hello, sad angel
Have you come to fight the war

My eyes saw the words
With a prayer and a curse
Your pain had to sleep
With a sword that it keeps

Hello, hello, sad angel
Have you come to fight the war
The drums, a fire, a calling
My soul marches out the door
We fall to earth together
The crowd calling out for more
Hello, hello, sad angel
Have you come to fight the war

Hello, hello, sad angel
Have you come to fight the war
The drums, a fire, a calling
My soul marches out the door
We fall to earth together
The crowd calling out for more
Hello hello, sad angel
Have you come to fight the war
Come to fight the war
Come to fight the war

Hello, hello, hello
Hello, hello, hello
Hello, hello, hello
Hello, hello, hello
Hello, hello, hello
Hello, hello, hello

[streetangel27]

I've been listening to Sad Angel all day. And found myself singing it when I was working. It's so catchy.

[TerraRhiannon]

I've been listening to Sad Angel all day. And found myself singing it when I was working. It's so catchy.

It is sooo catchy, and I absolutely love the last bit of the song when Hello, hello, hello, is echoed. It's so Stevie.

[michelej1]

It is sooo catchy, and I absolutely love the last bit of the song when Hello, hello, hello, is echoed. It's so Stevie.

Yes, I've been singing those end "hellos" too. Of course, it can make you feel a little silly, but they're infectious.

Michele

[streetangel27]

Yes, I've been singing those end "hellos" too. Of course, it can make you feel a little silly, but they're infectious.

Michele

Definitely agree with all of this! I especially feel silly when I'm head bobbing or dancing around. But, oh well! It's the Mac! :blob1:

[Macfanforever]

I love the tune.It sounds alittle like rockabilly to me which I enjoy.