Good Morning Freedom
"Good Morning Freedom" is a song by British pop group Blue Mink, released as a single in March 1970. It was released as a non-album single, but was included on the US album Real Mink. It peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart.
Track listing
- "Good Morning Freedom" – 2:49
- "Mary Jane" – 3:14
Personnel
- Madeline Bell – vocals
- Roger Cook – vocals
- Roger Coulam – keyboards
- Alan Parker – guitar
- Herbie Flowers – bass guitar
- Barry Morgan – drums
Popular culture and covers
- In May 1970, American band Daybreak released a cover of the song as their only single and it peaked at number 94 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- In 1971, Australian guitarist John Williams covered the song on his album Changes.
- In 1973, British duo Peters and Lee covered the song on their debut album We Can Make It.
- In 1994, a cover by Elton John, recorded in 1970, was released on the compilation album Chartbusters Go Pop.
- In 2000, American singer Madeline Bell released her own cover of the song on her album Blessed.
- In 2009, the song featured prominently in the Breaking Bad episode "4 Days Out".
- In 2011, the song featured in an advert for skin care brand Freederm.
- In 2013, Albert Hammond released a version on his live album Songbook 2013 – Live in Wilhelmshaven.