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Wikipedia article




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| cover = Hope_of_deliverance_cover.jpg

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| type = single

| artist = Paul McCartney

| album = Off the Ground

| B-side = Long Leather Coat

| released = 28 December 1992

| recorded = 17 July 1992

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| genre = Rock, Latin

| length = 3:22 (album version)

| label = Capitol, Parlophone

| writer = Paul McCartney

| producer = Paul McCartney, Julian Mendelsohn

| prev_title = The World You're Coming Into

| prev_year = 1991

| next_title = C'Mon People

| next_year = 1993

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"'Hope of Deliverance'" is a song by English singer-songwriter Paul McCartney from his ninth solo studio album, 'Off the Ground' (1993). The rock and Latin song reached number 18 on the UK Singles Chart and became a top-five hit in Austria, Canada, Germany, Italy, Norway, and Switzerland. The song was recorded during sessions for "Off the Ground", which took place on 17 July 1992.Luca Perasi, 'Paul McCartney: Recording Sessions (19692013)', L.I.L.Y. Publishing, 2013, , pp. 303304 The overdub session is described in detail by Italian percussionist Maurizio Ravalico in the book 'Paul McCartney: Recording Sessions (19692013)'.

Critical reception



Larry Flick from 'Billboard' wrote, "The legendary artist continues to embrace warm and positive visions on this first glimpse into his upcoming "'Off the Ground'" collection. A soft, acoustic-anchored arrangement clips along at a breezy pace. Spanish cultural influences and handclappin' rhythms gives the track a unique and refreshing vibe that will please programmers at pop, AC, and album-rock levels. Like a visit from a dear old friend." Randy Clark from 'Cashbox' commented that "this single is certainly not representative of the more brilliant musical work Paul has done over his 30-plus year career, although it's refreshing that he continues to enjoy the process." He added, "The intended inspiration of this track offers no solutions to "...the darkness that surrounds us", but it could be comforting for some to know Mr. Happy McMoneybags can still write a positive little pop song about anything."

Irish newspaper 'Evening Herald' noted the "uplifting pop panache" of the song.'Evening Herald'. 10 February 1993. p. 20. Retrieved 27 November 2020. A reviewer from 'Irish Independent' called it "simple, efficient Pop"."A mild McCartney". 'Irish Independent'. 9 February 1993. p. 22. Retrieved 27 November 2020. 'Liverpool Echo' stated that it "sees Paul entering 1993 with optimism."'Liverpool Echo'. 2 January 1993. p. 11. Retrieved 27 November 2020. The newspaper added further, "The single that grows and grows like most McCartney songs. It highlights his, optimistic side and his acoustic gift. It has flashbacks of the hit single Goodnight Tonight."'Liverpool Echo'. 22 January 1993. p. 30. Retrieved 27 November 2020. Music writer James Masterton deemed it "a gentle acoustic ballad" in his weekly UK chart commentary. Alan Jones from 'Music Week' wrote, "A jangly guitar intro ushers in a double-tracked Macca on a quirky but ultimately undistinguished and rather corny track, with an insipid middle eight. McCartney last breached the Top 10 in 1987 and this, sadly, isn't the song to end his drought."

Chart performance



"Hope of Deliverance" became a hit in McCartney's native UK, reaching number 18. It did not fare well on the US 'Billboard' Hot 100, peaking at number 83, but it did better on the 'Billboard' Adult Contemporary chart, reaching number nine, and in Canada, where it reached number five. It also did very well in Germany, peaking at number three. Remix versions were released on 15 January 1993, and picked up massive airplay in clubs.

Music video



The official music video for the song was directed by British director Andy Morahan.

Live performances



The song was featured in the set list of 1993's The New World Tour. It was in hiatus until McCartney performed it again in Bogot, Colombia on 19 April 2012 during his On the Run Tourthe first time performing a song from 'Off the Ground' with his 2012 lineup. During the Out There Tour, McCartney performed "Hope of Deliverance" with all musicians in his band playing guitar, including the tour opener in Belo Horizonte.[https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/1560738/paul-mccartney-plays-unexpected-beatles-songs-on-world-tour-opener Paul McCartney Plays Unexpected Beatles Songs On World Tour Opener]

Track listings



* '7-inch single'

# "Hope of Deliverance" 3:20

# "Long Leather Coat" (P. McCartney/L. McCartney) 3:33

* 'CD maxi'

# "Hope of Deliverance" 3:20

# "Big Boys Bickering" 3:19

# "Long Leather Coat" (P. McCartney/L. McCartney) 3:33

# "Kicked Around No More" 5:25

* 'Audio cassette'

# "Hope of Deliverance" 3:20

# "Long Leather Coat" (P. McCartney/L. McCartney) 3:33

Personnel



* Paul McCartney: bass, guitar and vocals

* Linda McCartney: autoharp and backing vocals

* Hamish Stuart: backing vocals

* Robbie McIntosh: guitar

* Blair Cunningham: backing vocals and percussion

* Paul "Wix" Wickens: piano, LinnDrum, drum programming, percussion and backing vocals

* David Giovannini: percussion

* Dave Pattman: percussion

* Maurizio Ravalico: percussion

Charts and certifications



Weekly charts



Year-end charts



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Category:1992 songs

Category:1993 singles

Category:Capitol Records singles

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Category:Music published by MPL Music Publishing

Category:Music videos directed by Andy Morahan

Category:Parlophone singles

Category:Song recordings produced by Paul McCartney

Category:Song recordings produced by Julian Mendelsohn

Category:Songs written by Paul McCartney

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