You Oughta Be in Love
Dave Dobbyn
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A winning love is hard enough to find And when you've got it, never leave it behind Hold on, and give it all you have When it's given back, you'll be a powerful man And well, here she comes In walks my baby Her smile's more than enough to tell me why Shouldn't you oughta be in love Wouldn't you rather be in love Shouldn't you oughta be in love Wouldn't you rather be in love With the headlights- up above- you light my way Safe in my heart- I'll never be led astray When you wanna leave the troubled world behind you Pack up your woes- and worries- and never you mind And well, here she comes In walks my baby Her smile's more than enough to tell me why... Shouldn't you oughta be in love Wouldn't you rather be in love Shouldn't you oughta be in love Wouldn't you rather be in love You oughta be in love- You oughta be in love- You oughta be in love You oughta be in love- You oughta be in love- You oughta be in love You oughta be in love- You oughta be in love Shouldn't you oughta be in love Wouldn't you rather be in love Shouldn't you oughta be in love Wouldn't you rather be in love
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Written by: DAVE JOSEPH DOBBYN
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"You Oughta Be in Love" was written by New Zealand singer-songwriter Dave Dobbyn. A prominent figure in the New Zealand music scene, Dobbyn has been active since the late 1970s.
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Album InclusionThe song is not included in any of Dobbyn's regular studio albums. Instead, it featured as the main theme in the 1986 animated film "Footrot Flats: The Dog's Tale" and subsequently appeared on its soundtrack.
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CollaborationIt was recorded as a duet with popular New Zealand actress and singer, Rikki Morris.
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Chart Success"You Oughta Be in Love" peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand Singles Chart in 1986, showing its significant popularity within the country.
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Film-Song ConnectionThe song's lyrics reference a romantic storyline from the Footrot Flats comic strip, upon which the animated film was based.
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HonorsIn 2001, the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) listed "You Oughta Be in Love" as one of the top 100 New Zealand songs of the 20th century, cementing its legacy in the country's musical history.
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OriginalityDespite being most well-known for his involvement in bands such as Th' Dudes and DD Smash, "You Oughta Be in Love" is one of Dave Dobbyn's successful solo projects.
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LongevityMore than 30 years after its release, "You Oughta Be in Love" continues to enjoy airplay on New Zealand radio, demonstrating its timeless appeal.
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Song MeaningThe song is an ode to feeling love and longing, and it has resonated strongly with listeners due to its universally touching theme.
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DiscographyCompared to most of Dobbyn's discography, "You Oughta Be in Love" stands out as one of his softer, more tender songs, showcasing his diversity as a musician.
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