In foreign markets, “Outa-Space” was released as either the A or B side with “The Bus”
“Outa-Space” by Billy Preston stands as one of the defining instrumental singles of the early 1970s and a pivotal moment in his emergence as a major solo star. Co-written by Preston and Joe Greene, the track was recorded in 1971 and included on his album I Wrote a Simple Song, released on A&M Records. Built around a hypnotic clavinet riff run through a wah-wah pedal,
These are songs that contain the word “Music” in their lyrics.
“I Can Hear Music” is a pop ballad written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, and Phil Spector, first recorded by the Ronettes in 1966 but most famously covered by the Beach Boys on their 1969 album 20/20; the Beach Boys’ version, produced by Carl Wilson, was notable as one of his first major productions for the band and featured him on lead vocal,
Initially, Cliff Nobles recorded a vocal track titled “Love Is All Right”, but the instrumental B-side, “The Horse,” unexpectedly became the hit.
“The Horse” is a classic instrumental soul track by Cliff Nobles & Co., released in 1968 on the label Phil-L.A. of Soul. Although credited to Cliff Nobles, the track doesn’t feature his vocals; instead, it spotlights the infectious brass section of the backing band, MFSB (Mother Father Sister Brother)1—a group of top-notch session musicians based in Philadelphia.
Songs that contain the phrase “You and I” in the lyrics.
“Fall” by Ed Sheeran is a heartfelt love song from his 2010 EP Songs I Wrote with Amy. Written by Ed Sheeran, it explores the vulnerabilities and joys of falling in love, emphasizing the need for mutual commitment and emotional risk. Lyrics like “Would you fall too?” highlight the longing for reciprocation and reassurance in a relationship.
The song’s driving piano riff, bluesy vocals, and catchy lyrics have made it a timeless classic.
I’ve always loved music. Later in life I would make playlists on Cassette, CD’s and now on thumbdrives. With these posts I’ll reminisce about some of my all-time favorite songs.
