You're My Favorite Waste of Time
Marshall Crenshaw
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You're my You're my favorite waste of time You're my You're my favorite waste of time Here i am I'm playin' daydreamin' fool again You're my favorite game And you are the one Whose got my head in the clouds above You're the one i love Yeah you're my Yeah you're my favorite waste of time You're my You're my favorite waste of time I don't care If being with you is meaningless and ridiculous If it's wrong or right I've got to give you my love tonight And tomorrow night 'Cause you're my...
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Written by: MARSHALL CRENSHAW
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"You're My Favorite Waste of Time" falls under the genre of Pop Rock. Marshall Crenshaw used elements of 1960s rock and roll in the song, creating a catchy tune that still retains a pop feel.
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OriginThe song was written and originally recorded by Marshall Crenshaw. His version was initially released as a B-side single in 1982 in the UK.
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Cover VersionsDespite not being a hit for Crenshaw himself, the song was later made popular by Bette Midler and Owen Paul. Owen Paul's cover was a major hit in the United Kingdom in 1986.
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UK Chart EarnedOwen Paul's version of this song earned a place in the UK Singles Chart, where it reached number 3 in 1986.
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Song DurationThe duration of the original song by Marshall Crenshaw is approximately 2 minutes and 39 seconds.
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Record LabelThe original song was released under the Warner Bros. Records, an American record label owned by Warner Music Group.
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Marshall Crenshaw's Debut"You're My Favorite Waste of Time" appeared on Crenshaw's debut album, "Marshall Crenshaw."
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Owen Paul’s InterpretationOwen Paul's rendition of the song placed more emphasis on the power-pop aspects, creating a distinctive version that differed from the original.
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VersatilityIt’s a testament to Crenshaw’s songwriting skill that "You're My Favorite Waste of Time" has been covered by artists spanning from rock to adult contemporary, demonstrating its versatile appeal.
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Live PerformanceCrenshaw often includes this song during his live performances due to the popularity and lasting appeal of the track to his fans.
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Radio AirtimeDespite initial lack of commercial success, the song has received significant radio airtime and is considered one of Crenshaw's signature songs.
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