Al Green - Call Me Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'Call Me' by Al Green?

   The song 'Call Me' was written by Al Green along with Teenie Hodges. They previously collaborated on several of Al Green's hits such as 'Take Me to the River' and 'Love and Happiness.'

2. What is the song 'Call Me' about?

   While the exact message isn't specified, 'Call Me' appears to express themes of longing and the desire to reconnect in a relationship. Al Green conveys a sense of hope and openness for his partner to return, despite previous challenges.

3. Was 'Call Me' recognized on any notable music lists?

   Yes, the album 'Call Me' is considered Al Green's magnum opus and is highly acclaimed. VH1 listed it as the 70th all-time greatest album, and it ranked #289 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time.

4. Was Al Green involved in other notable Soul music achievements?

   Al Green is not only celebrated for 'Call Me,' but he also had comparable success into this century. His 2008 album 'Lay It Down' reached #9 on the Billboard album charts. He is one of the few artists to have performed live on the legendary show 'Soul Train.'

5. How did Al Green's career start in Soul music?

   Al Green's interest in Soul music began early in his life. He was initially part of a quartet called the Greene Brothers, but his father removed him upon discovering Al's interest in Jackie Wilson's music, one of the pioneers of Soul. Despite this, Al followed his passion for Soul.

6. Did other artists cover Al Green's song 'Call Me'?

   Yes, various artists have recorded Al Green’s songs, including 'Call Me.' Artists such as Jimmy Barnes, Marcia Griffiths, Al Jarreau, Michael Jackson, Seal, and UB40 have all recorded versions or live renditions of Al Green's work.