Who wrote Black Velvet song?

Who wrote Black Velvet song?

David Tyson
Christopher Ward
Black Velvet/Composers
“Black Velvet” is a song written by Canadian songwriters Christopher Ward and David Tyson, and recorded by Canadian singer-songwriter Alannah Myles. It was released in January 1990 as one of four singles from Myles’ 1989 eponymous album from Atlantic Records.

What was the song Black Velvet written about?

“Black Velvet” was written by Christopher Ward, Myles’ long-time partner, one-time boyfriend and MuchMusic VJ (MuchMusic is Canada’s MTV). The impressionistic song is about Ward’s trip to Memphis on the 10th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s death.

Whats the meaning of Black Velvet?

1 Australia, usually offensive : an aboriginal girl or woman especially when regarded as a sex object, or such girls and women collectively.

What year was the song Black Velvet by Alannah Myles?

1989
Black Velvet/Released

Is black velvet a tribute to Elvis?

To put everything succinctly, Alannah Myles’ “Black Velvet” is a tribute to the late King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley (1935-1977). Most of the song is actually dedicated to Presley’s well-known talent, showmanship and mesmerizing effect he had on fans.

How old is Alannah Myles now?

62 years (December 25, 1958)
Alannah Myles/Age

What is Alannah Myles real name?

Alannah Byles
Alannah Myles/Full name
Early life. Myles was born Alannah Byles on Christmas Day 1958 in Toronto, Ontario.

Who played drums on black velvet?

Black Velvet was released in 1988 by Canadian singer Alannah Myles with Jorn Andersen on drums.

What ever happened to Alana Miles?

Myles left her acting career, co-wrote and recorded the remainder of her first album with Christopher Ward and producer David Tyson. “Black Velvet” won Myles the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Performance in 1991 and three Juno Awards.