![]() ![]() In 2007, Groban appeared on the BBC talent show Any Dream Will Do, and soon after charted in the UK. When Groban performed the song at the 2004 Super Bowl, on the Oprah Winfrey Show, and various other television appearances the song gained national and international exposure. The melody, lyrics and arrangement of 'I Me Mine' were solidified on this day, evidenced by the officially released version of the song as recorded in January of 1970. This version was nominated for a 2005 Grammy Award. The harmonized lyrics on this day changed from 'my my my' to 'my my, me me, mine' (preferred by Paul) and then 'I I, me me, mine' (at George's insistence). Fanny Crosbys impact as one of the most influential. Groban’s version made it to #1 on the Billboard adult contemporary chart in early 2004 and remained there for six weeks. Written by the prolific hymn writer Fanny Crosby in 1873, it has become a cherished song among believers. ![]() In 2003, producer David Foster was introduced to the song and decided on an up-and- coming young musician, Josh Groban, to record the song. The release had moderate success but did not chart. ![]() When Brian Kennedy became ill and unable to tour, Jan Werner Danielsen, a Norweigan singer took his place and later recorded the song with the group. In recent years, I have learned a great deal about the song and about the M.T.A (now M.B.T.A) itself, and would like to share this information here. Song', better known as 'Charlie on the M.T.A'. The song was released on the Secret Garden album Once in a Red Moon. Melody Lyrics History Charlie's Route Back to my Transit Page I have long enjoyed listening to 'The M.T.A. The song was first performed in 2002 by the group, with Brian Kennedy, serving as lead singer. Graham is said to have finished the song that very night with no rewrites needed. Lovland then approached author and songwriter Brendan Graham to write the lyrics. ![]()
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