Pete Townshend

Released: September 16, 1977

Songwriter: Kate Lambert Eric Clapton Ronnie Lane

Producer: Glyn Johns

Old oaks stand tall, Annie
Seen the world grow small, Annie
But when they fall, Annie
Where will we be?

Winter has come, Annie
No strength in the sun, Annie
And when it's gone, Annie
Where shall we be?

When all the colors have faded
When old Jack comes to call
Don't tell him no, tell him maybe
Oh Annie, may God bless us all
Oh yeah Annie, may God bless us all

Hear the children call, Annie
Every leaf must fall, Annie
God bless us all, Annie
Wherever we'll be
And God bless us all Annie
Wherever we'll be

Pete Townshend is best known as the lead guitarist and songwriter for British rock band The Who.

Townshend’s original style of songwriting, such as the use of a synthesiser on “Won’t Get Fooled Again” and “Baba O'Riley”, has been appraised, and he is often considered one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

Townshend has also produced numerous albums, including The Who’s 2019 blockbuster album, WHO, and had solo hits like “Let My Love Open the Door”.

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