Bop Bop Baby

Westlife

About Bop Bop Baby

"Bop Bop Baby" is a song by Irish boy band Westlife and it was released on 20 May 2002 as the third single from their third studio album World of Our Own (2001). The single peaked at number five on the UK Singles Chart. However, during an interview, the band claimed this was due to the obscure choice of single, as they would have much preferred to release "Why Do I Love You" - and had even recorded a video for it. It is the band's eighteenth best selling single in paid-for sales category and in best selling single combined sales category in the United Kingdom as of January 2019. It sold over 120,000 copies in the UK. The song also appears on the compilation album, Booom 2002: The Third. 


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My mama said nothing would break me or lead me astray 
Who would have guessed I'd let my mind drift so far away 
You always said I was a dreamer now it's dead 
I'm dreaming of things that's making my mind go crazy 
Small things like 

When I call you at home and he answers the phone 
Or I get your machine and I don't hear me 
When I lie in my bed with the thoughts in my head 
When we danced and we sang and we laughed all night 

Ooh da bop bop baby please don't let me go 
Can't live my life this way 
Ooh da bop bop baby please just let me know 
And put my mind at ease for sure 

On a love train 
20 odd years now 
I got off today 
But nobody said the stop that I've taken 
Was a stop too late 
Now I'm alone I'm thinking of stupid 
Hurtful small things like 

When I call you at home and he answers the phone 
Or I get your machine and I don't hear me 
When I lie in my bed with the thoughts in my head 
When we danced and we sang and we laughed all night 

Ooh da bop bop baby please don't let me go 
Can't live my life this way 
Ooh da bop bop baby please just let me know 
And put my mind at ease for sure 

Maybe it's time to say goodbye 
Maybe it's time to let this lie 
This is when we must set things right 
Now that we've gone our separate ways 
I just can't live these desperate days 
This is what I've been trying to say 

Ooh da bop bop baby please don't let me go 
Can't live my life this way 
Ooh da bop bop baby please just let me know 
And put my mind at ease for sure

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Westlife

Westlife were an Irish boy band formed in 1998. They disbanded in 2012 after almost 14 years together. Originally signed by Simon Cowell and managed by Louis Walsh, the group's final line-up consisted of Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, Mark Feehily and Shane Filan. Brian McFadden was a member from 1998 until his departure in 2004. more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER O'BRIEN, GRAHAM MURPHY, BRIAN MCFADDEN, SHANE FILAN

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10 facts about this song

Band Involvement
Unlike many other Westlife songs, "Bop Bop Baby" was co-written by band members Shane Filan and Bryan McFadden. This efforts indicate the group's move towards more involved roles in the creation of their music outside performing.
Single Chart Performance
Released as the second single from the band’s third studio album, "World of Our Own," "Bop Bop Baby" reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart in 2002.
Rejection by a Producer
Renowned music producer and Westlife's mentor, Simon Cowell, initially did not like the song. According to band member Kian Egan, Cowell said it was the "worst song he'd ever heard."
Music Video Concept
The music video for "Bop Bop Baby" has a medieval theme, where band members are depicted as knights. This creative visual storytelling is a departure from typical boyband videos.
International Success
Despite Simon Cowell's initial reluctance, "Bop Bop Baby" achieved international success and topped charts in several countries.
Diverse Musical Elements
"Bop Bop Baby" has a slight folk influence, combining Westlife's signature pop sound with elements of traditional Irish music.
TV Performances
To promote the song, Westlife performed "Bop Bop Baby" on various TV shows, including SM: TV Live, Top of the Pops, and CD:UK.
Fan Opinion
While the song has its critics, it has garnered a wide fan base. Some fans argue that "Bop Bop Baby" showcases a more mature side to Westlife's repertoire.
Chart Rankings
"Bop Bop Baby" was not only a hit in the UK, but also made its way to the top 20 in countries like Sweden, Ireland and the Netherlands.
Discography Placement
"Bop Bop Baby" appears on numerous Westlife compilation albums, including "Unbreakable: The Greatest Hits Volume 1" and "The Love Album".

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