Gypsy by Fleetwood Mac - A Classic Rock Favorite - 1982

Gypsy by Fleetwood Mac is a song from their 1982 album "Mirage." It was written and sung by Stevie Nicks, one of the band's members. The song explores themes of longing, freedom, and self-discovery. The roots of this song trace back to Stevie Nicks, who penned it circa 1979. Initial demo recordings emerged in the early throes of 1980, as part of her contemplation for potential inclusion on her debut solo album, Bella Donna.

However, a poignant turn of events occurred when Stevie Nicks' dear friend Robin Anderson succumbed to leukemia. This heart-wrenching loss infused "Gypsy" with newfound meaning, prompting Nicks to reserve it for Fleetwood Mac. Consequently, "Gypsy" became the second single release and the second most prominent hit from the Mirage album, trailing only behind "Hold Me." It climbed to No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts, maintaining that position for a notable three weeks.

Gypsy by Fleetwood Mac is a popular song released in 1982. Here are three interesting facts about the song: 

 1. The song was written by Stevie Nicks, who was inspired by her experiences as a touring musician and her fascination with the nomadic lifestyle. 

2. "Gypsy" reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became one of Fleetwood Mac's signature songs. 

3. The humming at the beginning of the song was a happy accident during the recording process, but it ended up becoming an iconic part of the track.

So I'm back, to the velvet underground

Back to the floor, that I love

To a room with some lace and paper flowers

Back to the gypsy that I was

To the gypsy... that I was

And it all comes down to you

Well, you know that it does

Well, lightning strikes, maybe once, maybe twice

Ah, and it lights up the night

And you see your gypsy

You see your gypsy

To the gypsy that remains faces freedom with a little fear

I have no fear, I have only love

And if I was a child

And the child was enough

Enough for me to love

Enough to love

She is dancing away from me now

She was just a wish

She was just a wish

And a memory is all that is left for you now

You see your gypsy

You see your gypsy

Lightning strikes, maybe once, maybe twice

And it all comes down to you

And it all comes down to you

Lightning strikes, maybe once, maybe twice

And it all comes down to you

I still see your bright eyes, bright eyes

And it all comes down to you

I still see your bright eyes, bright eyes

And it all comes down to you

I still see your bright eyes, bright eyes

(She was just a wish)

(She was just a wish)

And it all comes down to you

Lightning strikes, maybe once, maybe twice

And it all comes down to you