Cowboys And Angels
George Michael · Ladies & Gentlemen CD1
When your heart`s in someone else`s hands
Monkey see and monkey do
Their wish is your command
You`re not to blame
Everyone`s the same
All you do is love and love is all you do
I should know by now the way I fought for you
You`re not to blame
Everyone`s the same
I know you think that you`re safe
Mister
Harmless deception that keeps love at bay
It`s the ones who resist that we most want to kiss
Wouldn`t you say?
Cowboys and angels
They all have the time for you
Why should I imagine
That I`d be a find for you
Why should I imagine
That I`d have something to say
But that scar on your face
That beautiful face of yours
In your heart there`s a trace
Of someone before
When your heart`sin someone else`s plans
Things you say and things you do
They don`t understand
It`s such a shame
Always ends the same
You can call it love but I don`t think it`s true
You should know by now
I`m not the boy for you
You`re not to blame
Always ends the same
I know you think that you`re safe
Sister
Harmless affection that keeps things this way
It`s the ones who persist for the sake of a kiss
Who will pay
Cowboys and angels
They all take a shine to you
Why should I imagine
That I was designed for you
Why should I believe
That you would stay
But that scar on your face
That beautiful face of yours
Don`t you think that I know
They hurt you before
Take this man to your bed
Maybe his hands
Will help you forget
Please be stronger than your past
The future may still give you a chance
Cowboys And Angels
George Michael's "Cowboys And Angels" stands as a defining track from his 1987 album Ladies & Gentlemen, marking a pivotal shift in his musical direction. Released during a period of intense personal reflection and artistic reinvention, the song blends new wave sensibilities with soulful undertones to create a hauntingly beautiful soundscape. It explores themes of longing and the complexities of relationships, delivered through Michael's signature falsetto and a driving, atmospheric production style. The recording captures the raw vulnerability and emotional depth characteristic of his work during this era, distinguishing it from his earlier pop hits while cementing his status as a versatile artist capable of crossing genre boundaries. The track remains a significant example of late 80s R&B-influenced pop, showcasing Michael's ability to craft songs that resonate deeply with listeners long after their initial release.