Blondie, formed in New York City in 1974, emerged from the vibrant downtown punk and new wave scene to become one of the most influential bands of the late 20th century.
Fronted by the iconic Debbie Harry, whose striking image and commanding vocals helped define the band’s identity, Blondie blended punk energy with pop, disco, reggae, and hip-hop influences to create a groundbreaking, genre-spanning sound.
Their commercial breakthrough came with the 1978 album Parallel Lines, featuring the global hit “Heart Of Glass”, followed by chart-toppers like “Call Me”, and ‘”The Tide Is High” Widely celebrated for pushing musical boundaries and shaping pop culture, Blondie earned induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006 and continues to inspire new generations with their enduring innovation and style.
Released in 1980, Blondie’s “Call Me” became one of the band’s biggest hits and a defining anthem of the decade. Written in collaboration with Italian disco producer Giorgio Moroder, the track was recorded as the theme for Paul Schrader’s film American Gigolo and showcased a seamless fusion of new wave edge with Moroder’s signature electronic disco style.
Powered by Debbie Harry’s commanding vocals and a driving beat, “Call Me” spent six consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and topped charts internationally, cementing Blondie’s global stardom. The single not only highlighted the band’s versatility and willingness to experiment across genres but also solidified their reputation as one of the most innovative forces in late-20th-century popular music.
The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart on 26th April 1980.
| A-Side | Call Me (3:32) (Giorgio Moroder, Debbie Harry) Produced Giorgio Moroder |
| B-Side | Call Me (Instrumental) (3:29) (Giorgio Moroder) Produced Giorgio Moroder |
| Genre | Electronic, Pop, SynthPop |
| Release Date | 4th April 1980 |
| Label | CHRYSALIS |
| Catalogue Number | CHS 2412 |
| Date Of UK Top 40 Entry | 12th April 1980 |
| Highest Chart Position | No. 01 |
| Weeks In UK Top 40 | 07 |
| UK Top 40 Chart Run [7 Weeks] – 12th April 1980 – 24th May 1980 |
Officially Released Versions
Call Me (Single Version) (3:32)
Call Me (7″ Instrumental) (3:29)
Call Me (12″ Version) (8:06)
Call Me (12″ Instrumental) (6:07)
Llamame (Call Me) (6:20)
Versions On Spotify
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Lyrics
Colour me your colour, baby
Colour me your car
Colour me your colour, darling
I know who you are
Come up off your colour chart
I know where you’re comin’ from
Call me (call me) on the line
Call me, call me any, anytime
Call me (call me) my love
You can call me any day or night
Call me
Cover me with kisses, baby
Cover me with love
Roll me in designer sheets
I’ll never get enough
Emotions come, I don’t know why
Cover up love’s alibi
Call me (call me) on the line
Call me, call me any, anytime
Call me (call me) oh my love
When you’re ready we can share the wine
Call me
Ooo-oo-oo-oo-oo, he speaks the languages of love
Ooo-oo-oo-oo-oo, amore, chiamami, chiamami
Ooo-oo-oo-oo-oo, appelle-moi mon cherie, appelle-moi
Anytime, anyplace, anywhere, any way
Anytime, anyplace, anywhere, any day-ay
Call me (call me) my love
Call me, call me any, anytime
Call me (call me) for a ride
Call me, call me for some overtime
Call me (call me) my love
Call me, call me in a sweet design
Call me (call me), call me for your lover’s lover’s alibi
Call me (call me) on the line
Call me, call me any, anytime
Call me (call me)
Oh, call me, oo-hoo-hah
Call me (call me) my love
Call me, call me any, anytime
Written by Giorgio Moroder, Deborah Harry
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