"O' Sailor" is a song written and performed by American singer Fiona Apple and recorded for her third studio album Extraordinary Machine (2005). On August 15, 2005, ahead of the album's release in early October, Epic Records made both "O' Sailor" and "Parting Gift" for streaming on Apple's website. The following day, the songs were released for digital download at the online iTunes Music Store. It was later released to US adult album alternative radio stations on September 12, 2005.
The single's video, directed by Floria Sigismondi, was filmed aboard the and premiered on VH1 on November 7.VH1 :: VH1's Music Radar, November 3, 2005 It was nominated for eight Music Video Production Company Awards — in the categories of "Direction of a Female Artist", "Director of the Year", "Art Direction", "Cinematography", "Choreography", "Styling", "Hair" and "Make-Up" — and won two: "Direction of a Female Artist" and "Hair".
Formats and track listing
Acetate promo CD single: 1. O' Sailor (Radio Edit) (4:39) 2. O' Sailor (Album Version) (5:36)
Charts Chart (2005)PeakpositionUS Triple A Indicator (Radio & Records) 15
Personnel Piano by Fiona Apple Drums by Abe Laboriel Jr. Bass by Mike Elizondo Tack piano, pump organ, vibes, clavinet, Chamberlin, Farfisa and arp string ensemble by Zac Rae Yamaha Portasound and 360 Systems by Jebin Bruni Flute by Glenn Berger
Notes
References Perez, Rodrigo. "Fiona Apple's Long-Delayed LP Slotted For October 4 Release". MTV News. August 15, 2005. Retrieved August 31, 2005. Cohen, Jonathan. . Billboard. August 15, 2005. Retrieved August 28, 2005. Add on Triple A Chart . Triple A September 15, 2005.
External links Extraordinary Machine press release from Epic Records — August 15, 2005 Lyrics