Wake Up Maggie, I Think I’ve Got Something to Say to You

10th June 2010

Wake Up Maggie, I Think I’ve Got Something to Say to You

This post was written by Benji

You know what I’m talking about. “Maggie May”. The classic track from the one and only Rod Stewart. The Renaissance riff to begin the song, the stroking of the nostalgic guitars, Stewart’s smooth rasp, and who can forget the amazing solo at the end that culminates in the achingly nectar-sweet bridge?

Point is, it’s an amazing song! And we’re going to beat it into the ground with this post.

Listen to “Maggie May” by Rod Stewart.

Listen to “Maggie May (Live)” by The Faces, Stewart’s former band. If you’re thinking that this led to some serious legal disputes, you’re right…but not the way you’d think. The mandolin bridge that defines this song was allegedly written and performed by Ray Jackson, who has stated he was improperly compensated for his contributions to the song. Crazy. Just crazy.

Listen to “Maggie May” by Simtec & Wylie; a funked-out, horn-rich cover.

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