Caroline
Status Quo
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If you want to turn me onto Anything you really want to Turn me onto your love, your love If the nighttime is the right time Anytime of yours is my time We can find time for love, sweet love Come on, sweet Caroline You're my sweet Caroline You know I wanna take you I've really got to make you Come on, sweet Caroline Take my hand, together we can rock 'n' roll When I'm thinking of you sleeping I'm at home alone and weeping Are you keeping your love, sweet love? Do you still care when I'm not there? Do you really wish I was there? Can I come there for love, sweet love? Come on, sweet Caroline You're my sweet Caroline You know I wanna take you I've really got to make you Come on, sweet Caroline Take my hand, together we can rock 'n' roll If you want to turn me onto Anything you really want to Turn me onto your love, your love Come on, sweet Caroline You're my sweet Caroline You know I wanna take you I've really got to make you Come on, sweet Caroline Take my hand, together we can rock 'n' roll
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Written by: ADRIAN GURVITZ, GRAEME EDGE *
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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6 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Caroline" is a 1973 single by British rock band Status Quo, which was featured on the band's album "Hello!".
- It is one of Status Quo's best-known songs and reached No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart upon its release.
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Song CompositionThe song is famous for its opening riff, which was inspired by the band's love of R&B and blues music.
- The lyrics of "Caroline" were inspired by Francis Rossi's (one of the key member of the band) affair with a woman named Caroline.
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Live Performances"Caroline" has become a constant part of Status Quo's live setlists since its release and is often used as their opening track.
- Status Quo played the song on the concert at Live Aid in 1985 in Wembley Stadium, London.
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Cover Versions"Caroline" has been covered multiple times by various artists proving its influence and longevity. The covers include a version by the Swedish hard rock band The Poodles.
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Legacy and Influence"Caroline" is widely regarded by fans and critics as one of Status Quo's standout tracks, cementing the band's reputation as one of Britain's leading boogie rock outfits.
- It's legacy continues as the track is still regularly played on classic rock radio stations around the world.
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Music VideoThe official music video was filmed in black and white, featuring the band performing and intercut clips of fans thrashing about in what seems to be a live performance. However, it's notable as it had a lesser impact because it was produced when music videos weren't much popular than today.
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