Exploring ‘Western Union’ by The Five Americans

Introduction

The world of music has its fair share of iconic tracks that have transcended generations. Among these timeless melodies is “Western Union” by The Five Americans. In this article, we will take a journey through the history of this beloved song, exploring its origin, the artists behind it, and some fascinating facts in our ‘Did You Know?’ section.

Did You Know?

The Song That Defied Time

“Western Union,” a classic rock anthem, was released in 1967. It instantly became a sensation, capturing the essence of the era’s musical spirit. With its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, it has retained its popularity over the decades. The song’s timelessness is a testament to the enduring power of music.

The Five Americans: Makers of Magic

The Five Americans, the band behind “Western Union” hailed from Durant, Oklahoma. Comprising Mike Rabon, John Durrill, Norman Ezell, Jim Grant, and Jimmy Wright, this group of talented musicians embarked on a journey that would shape the landscape of rock music.

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Lyrics: Western Union

[Intro]
*telegraph*

[Verse 1]
Things went wrong today
Bad news came my way
I woke up to find
Oh, I had blew my mind

[Verse 2]
Western Union man
Bad news in his hand
Knocking at my door
Selling me the score

[Verse 3]
Fifteen cents a word to read
A telegram I didn’t need
Says she doesn’t care no more
Think I’ll throw it on the floor

[Bridge]
Got your cable just today
Killed my groove I’ve got to say-ay-ay

[Chorus]
Western Union
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)

[Verse 3]
Now, you’ve gone away, and
How it’s sad to say you’ve gone
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)
I remember what they said
Now, I’m going out of my head
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)

[Bridge]
Telegram just had to say
You’ve learned your lesson all the way-ay

[Organ Solo]

[Bridge]
Telegram just had to say
You’ve learned your lesson all the way-ay-ay

[Chorus]
Western Union
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)

[Verse 4]
I’ll be on my way ’cause
There’s another girl for me
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)
I’ll be sure of her, and
Things will be as they were
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta
Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)

[Outro]
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)
Western Union
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)
Oh, Western Union
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)
Western Union
(Ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta, ta, ta-ta-ta, ta-ta)