Baby Blue
Badfinger, Susanna Hoffs, Matthew Sweet
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Guess I got what I deserve Kept you waiting there, too long my love All that time, without a word Didn't know you'd think, that I'd forget, or I'd regret The special love I have for you, my Baby Blue All the days became so long Did you really think, I'd do you wrong Dixie, when I let you go Thought you'd realize, that I would know, I would show The special love I have for you, my Baby Blue What can I do, what can I say Except that I want you by my side How can I show, you, show me a way Don't you know, the times I tried Guess that's all I have to say Except the feeling just gets stronger, everyday Just one thing, before I go Take good care, baby, let me know, let it grow The special love, you have for me, my Dixie dear
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Written by: PETER WILLIAM HAM
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Origin of Creation"Baby Blue" was released by British rock band Badfinger in 1971. The lead vocalist on the track was Pete Ham, who also wrote the song.
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Top Chart RankingsThe song reached number 14 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart in 1972, which was a significant achievement in the band's career.
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Album Identification"Baby Blue" was featured on Badfinger's 1971 album, "Straight Up", and it was their last Top 20 hit.
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InspirationThe song was reportedly written by Pete Ham for a woman named Dixie Armstrong, whom he fell in love with during Badfinger's 1971 American tour.
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In Movies and SeriesIt featured prominently in the final scene of the TV series "Breaking Bad," which caused a resurgence in its popularity. After it was played in the 2013 "Breaking Bad" series finale, it charted at number 32 on the iTunes Top 100 Rock Songs chart.
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Cover VersionsThere have been various cover versions of "Baby Blue" including by musicians like Aimee Mann and the American band, The Posies.
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Tragic HistoryThe band Badfinger has a tragic history. Two of its members, including "Baby Blue" songwriter Pete Ham, died by suicide due to financial and management issues.
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ResurgenceBesides "Breaking Bad", the song has also appeared in Martin Scorsese's film "The Departed", further cementing its status as a classic hit in popular culture.
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Digital SalesFollowing its feature in "Breaking Bad," "Baby Blue" saw an impressive 2991% increase in digital sales.
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RecognitionBillboard magazine recognized "Baby Blue" as the 63rd biggest hit of 1972. Despite the band's short-lived success, their song remains a classic and is still recognized and celebrated today.
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