I Love My Dog
Cat Stevens
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I love my dog as much as I love you But you may fade, my dog will always come through All he asks from me is the food to give him strength All he ever needs is love and that he knows he'll get So, I love my dog as much as I love you But you may fade, my dog will always come through All the pay I need comes a-shinin' through his eyes I don't need no cold water to make me realize that I love my dog as much as I love you But you may fade, my dog will always come through Na, na, na, na, na, na, nana Na, na, na, na, na, na, nana I love my dog as much as I love you But you may fade, my dog will always come through Na, na, na, na, na, na, nana Na, na, na, na, na, na, nana I love my dog, baby, I love my dog Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na,na I said, I love my dog, baby, I love my dog Baby, I love my dog
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Written by: Yusuf Islam
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12 facts about this song
Release Details"I Love My Dog" was the debut single of the British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens, released in 1966.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached number 28 on the UK Singles Chart, indicating some level of success for this debut single.
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Album Inclusion"I Love My Dog" was included in the 1966 album "Matthew and Son". Interestingly, this album has its title track reach number 2 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Autobiographical ContentCat Stevens has reported that the lyrics of "I Love My Dog" refer to his own life. Stevens confessed that the song was about different aspects of his life, such as his dog, the desire to be independent, and the struggle for personal freedom.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is often classified under folk rock or pop, showcasing the touch of solitaire and reflective mood typical of Steven's style.
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Unique SoundThe track offers a unique musical narrative combining piano and strings in the orchestration, an uncommon choice for pop songs of the 1960s.
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Emotional DepthAlthough initially it may come off as a commonplace song about a pet, the inference goes deeper, symbolizing unconditional love, and the longing for freedom.
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Impact on Career"I Love My Dog" helped establish Stevens as a songwriter in the London music scene as someone capable of crafting simple and heartfelt tunes.
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Song RightsAfter converting to Islam and leaving the music industry for several years, Stevens sold all the rights to his songs. However, he later stated that he regretted the decision as he did not realize the magnitude of the step he was taking.
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Connection to PETAMany years later, in 2009, Cat Stevens, now known as Yusuf Islam, re-recorded "I Love My Dog" to raise money for PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals).
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Spiritual Transformation ReflectionThe song is often looked upon as a marker of Stevens' spiritual unrest before converting to Islam, reflecting the twinges of discontent underlying his early pop success.
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Reinterpretation by Other Artists"I Love My Dog" has been covered by various artists, including a reggae version by the British artist, Max Romeo.
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