Won't Somebody Dance With Me
Lynsey de Paul
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And now the band is playing very slow And once again, I'll get my coat and go A lonely wallflower waiting by the wall Without the will power to face the music at all Please, won't somebody dance with me Start up a romance with me Just someone to care Someone, somewhere for a dance with me I feel so silly in my patent shoes So many partners but none of them will choose A lonely wallflower, growing very tired Into the small hours and feeling undesired Please, won't somebody dance with me Start up a romance with me Just someone, somewhere Someone who dares, take a chance with me for a dance with me Won't somebody dance with me Start up a romance with me Just someone, somewhere Someone who dares, take a chance with me Just someone to care Someone, somewhere for a dance with me May I have the pleasure of this dance?
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Written by: LYNSEY DE PAUL
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10 facts about this song
Music Composition"Won't Somebody Dance with Me" was entirely written and composed by Lynsey de Paul herself. She demonstrated her exceptional talent and creativity by crafting both the lyrics and the melody for this romantic ballad.
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AwardsThe song received significant recognition when it was awarded the Ivor Novello Award in 1974 for Best Television Theme.
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Chart Performance"Won't Somebody Dance with Me" proved to be a commercial success, reaching No. 14 on the UK Singles Chart, and it also made an impact in other territories around the world.
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Album ReleaseThe song was included in Lynsey de Paul's debut album, 'Surprise.' This album showcased her musical versatility and talent as a singer-songwriter and also contained other hit songs.
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Pioneering Female ArtistLynsey de Paul was one of the first female singers to make a mark in the British music industry as a self-producing and self-writing artist.
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Notable PerformancesThe song was performed by Lynsey de Paul at the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, further showcasing its popularity and success.
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Cover Versions"Won't Somebody Dance with Me" has inspired several cover versions by various artists over the years, an indication of its timeless appeal and enduring popularity.
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Radio Drama InclusionThe song was featured in the 2013 BBC Radio 4 drama, "Dancing with Ghosts," adding a theatrical dimension to the song's story.
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Monologue ElementThe song is distinctive for its spoken monologue towards the end, which adds a unique component to its composition and structure.
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Music VideoThe song's music video showcases Lynsey de Paul's theatrical performance, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the song.
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