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Sadie

John Farnham · 1968

29 min · 12 tracks · pop rock ยท soft rock ยท adult contemporary music

A blend of soft rock and pop that captures the hopeful spirit of late 1960s Australia.

Sadie is an album by John Farnham, released in 1968. A blend of soft rock and pop that captures the hopeful spirit of late 1960s Australia. The album features the hit single 'Sadie (The Cleaning Lady)', which became a major chart success in Australia, reaching No. 1 on the charts. This commercial breakthrough helped Farnham solidify his place in the music industry and led to a long-lasting career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sadie sound like?

A blend of soft rock and pop that captures the hopeful spirit of late 1960s Australia. Rooted in pop rock and soft rock.

What makes Sadie by John Farnham notable?

The album features the hit single 'Sadie (The Cleaning Lady)', which became a major chart success in Australia, reaching No. 1 on the charts. This commercial breakthrough helped Farnham solidify his place in the music industry and led to a long-lasting career. In 1968, John Farnham was transitioning from his early career as a teen idol to a more mature artist. 'Sadie' was his debut studio album, showcasing his vocal talents and setting the stage for his future successes in the Australian music scene.

How many songs are on Sadie?

Sadie has 12 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·29:19

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Friday Kind of Monday Standout 2:43
  • 2 Are You Havin' Any Fun? 2:08
  • 3 Turn Around Standout 2:28
  • 4 Painting a Shadow 2:10
  • 5 Pay the Waiter 2:30
  • 6 There's Got to Be a Word 2:04
  • 7 Sadie (The Cleaning Lady) Standout 3:13
  • 8 Woman Woman 3:13
  • 9 The Old Bazaar in Cairo 1:53
  • 10 Come on Back to Me 1:57
  • 11 Miss Elaine E.S. Jones 2:30
  • 12 Otherwise It's Been A Perfect Day 2:30

Release Date

April 1, 1968

Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

29 min 19 sec