Oh Carol

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About Oh Carol

"Oh Carol" is a song by the British rock band Smokie from their 1978 studio album The Montreux Album. It was the album's second single. The song first came out in May 1978 as a single and later appeared on the album, which was released in October.


Year:
1978
3:40
169 
#5

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Smokie

Smokie is an English rock band from Bradford, Yorkshire who found success at home as well as around the rest of the world after teaming up with Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn. Along the way they have had a number of line-up changes and are still actively touring in 2012. more »

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13 facts about this song

Band History
Smokie is a British rock band from Bradford, West Yorkshire, England.
Release Date
"Oh Carol" is a track released by Smokie in the year 1978 as a part of their studio album 'The Montreux Album'.
Genre
This song is categorized under the rock, soft rock, and pop-rock genres.
Track Length
The song has a duration of roughly 3 minutes and 40 seconds in its album version.
Cover of Original
"Oh Carol" is a cover of Neil Sedaka's original hit song of the same title.
Chart Performance
The song performed well in European countries, including Germany where it reached #9 in the charts.
Songwriters
The song was written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, who also managed to transform the band's original skinhead image into a more attractive pop-orientated look.
Song's Popularity
The song is one of Smokie's well-known hits and become iconic with packs of fans still enjoying it at concerts to date.
Music Video
The music video for the song features the band members performing and entertaining a young crowd in a lively atmosphere.
Live Performances
"Oh Carol" is a fan favorite and often included in the setlist of their live concerts.
Disbandment and Reassembly
Although the band officially disbanded in 1982, they later reassembled and continued to perform, often incorporating "Oh Carol" into their performance list.
Use in Media
The song has also been used in various TV shows and films owing to its timeless popularity.
Legacy
Smokie's rendition of "Oh Carol" has been covered and sampled by various other artists over the years, attesting to its enduring appeal.

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