About The Song
A Sunrise Serenade: The Story of Juice Newton’s “Angel of the Morning”
Close your eyes, dear friends, and let your mind drift back to a simpler time. Picture yourself waking to the gentle chirping of birds, a warm sunbeam peeking through your curtains, and the unmistakable twang of a country guitar. That’s the magic of Juice Newton’s “Angel of the Morning”, a song that’s as timeless as a cup of coffee and as comforting as a hug from an old friend.
Released in 1981, “Angel of the Morning” wasn’t just a hit, it was a phenomenon. It catapulted Juice Newton, then a rising star in country music, into the stratosphere. But the song’s journey began long before, penned in the late 1960s by Chip Taylor, a singer-songwriter who knew a thing or two about late nights and early dawns.
The lyrics are a tapestry woven from vulnerability and resilience. We meet a woman, a little worse for wear after a night of heartbreak and maybe a little too much rye whiskey. But as the sun paints the sky with gold, she finds a glimmer of hope, a chance for a new beginning. “Just call me Angel of the Morning,” she declares, her voice laced with a touch of weariness but a world of determination in her eyes.
The song’s beauty lies in its honesty. It doesn’t shy away from the messy realities of life, but instead, embraces them with a gentle grace. It reminds us that even the darkest nights eventually give way to dawn, and that within each of us lies the strength to start anew.
“Angel of the Morning” resonated deeply with listeners, particularly women of a certain age who had faced their own share of challenges. It became an anthem for resilience, a reminder that even when life throws you a curveball, you can dust yourself off and greet the day with a smile.
So, the next time you hear the first twang of that guitar, take a moment to appreciate the magic of “Angel of the Morning.” Let it transport you back to a simpler time, a time of hope and resilience, a time when a country crooner named Juice Newton reminded us that even the most bleary-eyed mornings can hold the promise of something beautiful.
Now, sit back, relax, and let the music wash over you. For in the world of “Angel of the Morning,” even the darkest night is just a prelude to a brand new day.
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There’ll be no strings to bind your hands
Not if my love can’t bind your heart.
And there’s no need to take a stand
For it was I who chose to start.
I see no need to take me home,
I’m old enough to face the dawn.Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Just touch my cheek before you leave me, baby.
Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Then slowly turn away from me.Maybe the sun’s light will be dim
And it won’t matter anyhow.
If morning’s echo says we’ve sinned,
Well, it was what I wanted now.
And if we’re victims of the night,
I won’t be blinded by the light.Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Just touch my cheek before you leave me, baby.
Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Then slowly turn away,
I won’t beg you to stay with me
Through the tears of the day,
Of the years, baby baby baby.Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Just touch my cheek before you leave me, baby.
Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Just touch my cheek before you leave me, darling
Just call me angel of the morning, angel
Just touch my cheek before you leave me, darling