The “beautiful” 1982 song Christine McVie called one of Stevie Nicks’ best: “Without a doubt”
Christine McVie named Stevie Nicks’ “Gypsy” as the standout track on Fleetwood Mac’s 1982 album *Mirage*, praising its musicality and cohesion. Her choice was notable because the song expresses Nicks’ longing for the freedom she had before joining the band, while McVie had supported her friend as she considered a solo career.
“Gypsy” was first considered for Nicks’ 1981 solo album *Bella Donna* before appearing on *Mirage*. McVie said the song’s parts all fit together and called it “a very beautiful record”, also praising its video. The article notes that the single sold 600,000 copies in the UK and presents McVie’s admiration as part of her close, supportive relationship with Nicks.
- Christine McVie called “Gypsy” Stevie Nicks’ best track on *Mirage*.
- The song was first considered for Nicks’ solo album *Bella Donna*.
- McVie praised its cohesion, melody and video.
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Fleetwood Mac are a British-American rock band whose best-known line-up included singer-songwriters Christine McVie and Stevie Nicks. Nicks joined in 1975 and also released solo music, including her 1981 album Bella Donna; the band’s 1982 album Mirage followed.
“Gypsy” was written by Nicks and considered for Bella Donna before it was recorded by Fleetwood Mac. Its lyrics look back to the independence she had before joining the band. McVie and Nicks were close friends, and McVie supported Nicks as she weighed pursuing a solo career.
The song is one example of how Fleetwood Mac’s records brought together music and perspectives from individual members. McVie’s praise also reflects the creative relationship between two of the band’s principal songwriters.