Kissing a Fool (song)

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"Kissing A Fool" was a song written and performed by George Michael and released by Columbia Records in 1988.

A ballad with minimal instrumentation and a jazz feel, the song was written about George's insecurities as a soulmate and partner because of the baggage and reputation with which he came.

Aside from Michael's vocals, the song featured just a piano, a double bass and a cursory drumbeat. It was the sixth and final single to be released from the album Faith. It was also the least successful, making #18 in the UK singles chart and becoming the first single in five not to make #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the USA. However, it remains a fans' favourite and is regarded critically as one of his most accessible and honest recordings.

"Kissing A Fool" was Michael's last single for almost two years in the United Kingdom. It was later covered by Michael Bublé on his self-titled album and released as a single in the United States.

Contents 1 Track Listing 1.1 7": UK / Epic EMU 7 1.2 12": UK / Epic EMU T7 1.3 CD: UK / Epic CD EMU 7

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[edit] 7": UK / Epic EMU 7

1. "Kissing A Fool " (4:34)
2. "Kissing A Fool [Instrumental]" (4:34)

[edit] 12": UK / Epic EMU T7

1. "Kissing A Fool" (4:34)
2. "Kissing A Fool [Instrumental]" (4:34)

[edit] CD: UK / Epic CD EMU 7

1. "Kissing A Fool" (4:34)
2. "Kissing A Fool [Instrumental]" (4:34)
3. "A Last Request (I Want Your Sex Part III)" (3:48)