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I Was a Lover, a Leader of Men

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Wikipedia article




"'I Was a Lover, a Leader of Men'" is a single released in November 1965, recorded by the Bee Gees, written by Barry Gibb. The song was backed with "And the Children Laughing". However, it was released in the Philippines in January 1966. It is also the first track of the Bee Gees' first album, 'The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs'. This song won Barry a song-writing award.

Chart performance



The song reached number 85 in Australia.

Personnel



*Barry Gibb lead vocals, rhythm guitar

*Robin Gibb harmony and backing vocals

*Maurice Gibb harmony and backing vocals, 12-string lead guitar

*Uncredited musicians drums, piano

References



Category:1965 singles

Category:1965 songs

Category:Bee Gees songs

Category:Songs written by Barry Gibb

Category:British folk rock songs

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