George Baker Selection - A Song For You

Review by Colin McFarland

Album Review: A Song For You by George Baker Selection Released in 1975, A Song For You by George Baker Selection is a delightful blend of rock, pop, and Europop that still feels fresh decades later. With its mix of styles—rock & roll, Schlager, and pop rock—it’s no wonder this album found fans across continents like South Africa, the Netherlands, Sweden, and beyond. Backed by labels such as Negram, EMI, and Reprise Records, it’s clear this wasn’t just another run-of-the-mill release. Produced by Hans Bouwens and arranged by Dick Bakker, the record delivers catchy melodies with heartfelt lyrics. And let’s not forget those dreamy photos by Chris Van De Vooren—they add a nice touch to the whole package. Now, onto the tracks. One standout is “As Long As The Sun Will Shine.” It’s one of those songs that sticks with you—not because it’s overly complex but because it’s simple and sincere. The melody has this uplifting vibe, almost like a warm hug on a cold day. You can tell J. Bouwens poured his heart into writing it. Then there’s “Seagull (Gaviota),” which feels like a mini escape to the beach. Something about the imagery of seagulls soaring over the ocean makes you pause and think about freedom—or maybe I’m just overthinking it. Either way, it’s a track that lingers in your mind long after the music stops. What’s cool about this album is how it balances universal themes with personal touches. Tracks like “Take Me Home (Llévame A Casa)” and “Don’t Forget Me (No Me Olvides)” have an emotional pull that transcends language barriers. Whether you’re humming along in English or Spanish, the sentiment hits home. Looking back, it’s kinda wild how many countries embraced this album. From Australia to Spain, people connected with these tunes despite cultural differences. Maybe that’s what makes A Song For You so special—it doesn’t try too hard; it just is. Here’s the kicker though: listening to this album today feels like stepping into a time capsule. But instead of feeling outdated, it reminds me how music can bring people together—even if they’re worlds apart. Who knew a Dutch band could create something so timeless?

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Artist: George Baker Selection
Album: A Song For You

1975

Rating: 3.14

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Israël	3:57
Send Me The Pillow	4:06
Open Up Your Heart	3:49
African Dream	3:06
Don't Forget Me = No Me Olvides	3:37
Send Me The Pillow = Enviame La Almohada	4:05
Take Me Home	4:13
The Fisherman = El Pescador)	4:15
Superstar	4:59
Take Me Home = Llévame A Casa	4:10
Send Me A Pillow	4:05
Morning Sky = Cielo De La Mañana	3:19
Seagull = Gaviota	3:13
Don't Forget Me	3:37
Seagull	3:12
A Song For You = Una Canción Para Tí	2:45
Israel
Morning Sky	3:17
The Fisherman	4:10
As Long The Sun Will Shine
Open Up Your Heart = Abre Tu Corazon	3:49
As Long As The Sun Will Shine = Tanto Tiempo Como Brille El Sol	3:56
Opne Up Your Heart	3:49
A Song For You	2:45
African Dream = Sueño Africano	3:06
As Long As The Sun Will Shine	3:56

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Labels

EMI
Cardinal International
Negram
Hispavox
Reprise Records

Listen online

escuchar en línea
online anhören
ascolta in linea
lytte på nettet
lyssna på nätet
écouter en ligne
ouvir online
online luisteren
kuunnella verkossa

Formats

Vinyl
LP
Album
Gatefold Sleeve
Stereo
CD
Remastered
Cassette
8-Track Cartridge

Companies

Role	Company
Manufactured By	EMI Bovema
Phonographic Copyright (p)	EMI Catalogue Marketing
Copyright (c)	EMI Catalogue Marketing
Record Company	Hispavox, S.A.
Licensed From	Negram
Pressed By	EMI-Bovema N.V.

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Dick Bakker
Photography By	Chris Van De Vooren
Producer	Hans Bouwens
Written-By	H. Locklin (tracks: A2), J. Bouwens (tracks: A1, A3 to A6, B1 to B6)
Photography	Chris Van De Vooren

Notes

Green labels
Gatefold sleeve.
Identical with Swedish edition with Category: starting with 4E

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (On label): C 111045
Matrix / Runout (Runout side A): C 111045 A 50C1
Matrix / Runout (Runout side B): C 111045 A 50C1
Rights Society: SABAM
Barcode: 077779087822
Rights Society: BIEM / STEMRA
Barcode: 724358184921
Rights Society: STEMRA
Depósito Legal: M. 7604-1976
Matrix / Runout (Side 1 ): NK201-A// 26955-12-Y
Matrix / Runout (Side 2): NK201-B// 26956-5-Y
Rights Society: NCB
Matrix / Runout (Rounout side A, stamped): 6E 062-97327-A
Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, stamped): 6E 062-97327-B
Matrix / Runout (Side 1): WEA 56191-A" PF
Matrix / Runout (Side 2): WEA 56191-B" PF
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): NK201-A// 26955-12-Y
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): NK201-B// 26956-5-Y

About George Baker Selection

George Baker Selection was a rock band from Hoorn, the Netherlands. Zaanse group led by singer George Baker (Hans Bouwens). With George Thé and Cor Veerman and later the singers Lida Bont and Nelleke Brzoskowski. One single without George Baker as The Selection.

Members

Hans Bouwens
Henk Kramer
Jan Visser
Jan Hop
Sjaak Greuter
Nelleke Brzoskowski
Cor Veerman
George Thé
Ton Vredenburg
Eric Bardoen
Lida Jonkman-Bont
Martin Schoen

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *A Song For You* by George Baker Selection was a multilingual masterpiece? Released in 1975, it featured tracks with lyrics in English, Spanish, and even Dutch. One of the standout songs, *"The Fisherman"* (also known as *"El Pescador"*), became a hit across Europe and beyond. The album's universal appeal helped it chart in over eight countries, blending genres like Rock & Roll, Pop Rock, and Europop. It’s wild to think that a single album could connect so many cultures through music!

Comments

truel0v3

2025-03-06

Zawsze, będę uwielbiać, ten zespół muzyczny. Piękne wspomnienie...

Solo, frontmen wypada równie fantastycznie..

tyarisuke

2025-03-06

Super krásne spievaš rada počúvam tvoje pesničky ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️?

karenroper

2025-03-05

My most fav.. liked & loved song "Mornin Sky".. the lyrics, music and performance with beautiful voice of George Bakers is really terrific.. super.. fantastic.. mindblowin.. outstandin.. history.. all the best.. all my?????❤?????❤?forever ????❤?????❤?

horticulture62

2025-03-05

Morning Ski muito linda

abuthalif786shaikh

2025-03-04

WITH THIS SONG AS WELL AS WITH PALOMA BLANKA HE MUST HAVE MADE ENOUGH MONEY EVEN FOR HIS GREAT GREAT

shellifire

2025-03-03

love this guy. he had soul

dressie

2025-03-02

Večno lepa pesem1❤❤❤

ninocolari77

2025-03-02

My fav.. most liked and loved song, lyrics, music and video of George Bakers with his beautiful powerful voice is really super.. fantastic.. mindblowin.. outstandin.. history.. all the best.. all my?????❤???forever??❤?????❤

prometheusdarko

2025-03-01

Forever~^^

fagyfobi

2025-03-01

2022??

iniciasarabia

2025-03-01

Very very beautiful song ??❤???♥

miker

2025-03-01

George Bakers.. very very beautiful song.. singin.. music.. & beautiful.. soulful voice.. all the best.. God bless U all forever ?❤???♥?

republicanvanguard

2025-02-28

Anii ' 75-76...? Mereu mi-a plăcut melodia asta..., se și dansează frumos...

lebrave

2025-02-27

Cu ocazia zilei dumneavoastră de naștere vă urez un an nou plin de bucurii și împliniri cu multă sănătate că este mai bună decât toate viața lungă alături de cei dragi dumneavoastră maestre george baker cîntărețul meu preferat la împlinirea frumoasei vârstei de 77 de ani, împlinirea tuturor dorintelor multă putere de muncă, minte luminată, înțelepciune și pace în suflet. Din partea unui admirator fan și spectator drag și fidel.