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Running Back

by Michael Bird

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Reminiscent of Yacht Rock classics from the likes of Bobby Caldwell and The Doobie Brothers but with a modern twist, Running Back is a feel good romantic slow jam.

Produced by Bird himself and co-written with Robbie Moore who also plays Fender Rhodes and synth bass on the track. It includes a beautifully arranged string section which flies above a steady retro groove. The playful guitar weaves in and out and is played by a UK Jazz legend in the making; Tom Ford aka The Tennis Champion.

lyrics

My right side, been lying on my right side
Been right, I… been wrong at times
That’s just perspective
But I get the message

Running back to your arms
Try not to fool myself
I can’t take it
When we’re apart

Running back to your arms
Resigning my cool
I just can’t fake it

My back’s all knotted and tied
from laying on my right side
Baby I’m tired

Been keeping it all to myself
It’s eating me up
Been be leaving my love on the shelf
I see you

You straight up called me on my bluff
Dug up a smile from under my pride
The clouds are breaking
I see the sun in your eyes

Running back, running running back
Running back, running running back ooo
Running back, running running back
Running back

Running back to your arms
Try not to fool myself
I can’t take it
When we’re apart

Running back to your arms
Resigning my cool
I just can’t fake it
I need your love
Your love

credits

released August 31, 2023
Michael Bird (Composition + Arrangement + Lead vocals)
Robbie Moore (Composition + Fender rhodes + Prophet Bass Synth)
Luke Morrish Thomas (Arrangement + Mixing Engineer)
Jack Walker (Drums + Bongos)
Tom Ford (Guitar)
Beth Bellis (Violin)
Rianna Edwards (BVs)
Maddie Hughes (BVs)
Stardelta Mastering (Master)

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Michael Bird Birmingham, UK

Navigating intimacy and ego with thoughtfulness and honesty, Michael Bird takes a detailed approach to composition. From the underlying harmony to the textures in each note, he beckons for the listener’s full attention, promising character and depth. Michael Bird delivers his songs with vocals that are athletic but charming and soulful but candid. ... more

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