Are You Old Enough?
Dragon
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Ten years in the jailer's eye An' I'm thinkin' 'bout my baby Looking at my life go by Falling in the streets I'm broke An' I'm laughing at the poor man Talking to the blind man See the lady in the street car lights Colour a la Toulouse Television and the red red wine So won't you tell me Won't you tell me the truth Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough oo oo Are you old enough oh oh Time goes and here we stand Laughing at the side show Sinking in the quick sand The other side of another world Scratch my back go the coloured girls Yeah, oh yeah I just wanted to kiss someone I got the moondog blues You just happened to be standing there So won't you tell me Won't you tell me the truth Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough oo oo Are you old enough oh oh See the lady in the street car lights Got a whole lot to lose Television and the red red wine So won't you tell me Won't you tell me the truth Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough Are you old enough oo oo Are you old enough oh oh
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Written by: PAUL HEWSON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Band InformationThe song "Are You Old Enough?" was released by Dragon, a rock/pop band which was formed in Auckland, New Zealand in 1972. The band later relocated to Sydney, Australia and gained significant popularity.
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Song Release"Are You Old Enough?" was released in July 1978 as a single of their sixth studio album entitled "O Zambezi" produced by the record producer Peter Dawkins.
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Chart PerformanceThis song is one of Dragon's most successful hits. "Are You Old Enough?" reached number one on the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart and stayed on top for two weeks.
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Distinct FeatureThe song is most recognized by its distinctive lead guitar part, a slide sound that was achieved by using a lighter as a guitar slide.
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Certification"Are You Old Enough?" was certified platinum by Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) as it had sold more than 100,000 copies.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been a staple throughout the band's career and has been included in many of their compilation and live albums. It remains one of Australia's iconic classic rock anthems.
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SongwritingThe song was written by the band's singer and bassist, Marc Hunter and his brother, Dragon's keyboard player, Todd Hunter.
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ThemeThe song's theme revolves around a young man's fascination and attraction towards a slightly older woman, a common trope in pop and rock music.
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RelevanceEven after years of its release, "Are You Old Enough?" is still constantly played in Australian radio stations, reflecting its timeless popularity and relevance.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists/bands such as Jenny Morris, Paul Kelly, and San Cisco have made cover versions of "Are You Old Enough?" showcasing its lasting influence.
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InfluenceDragon's music and its successful song "Are You Old Enough?" were important contributions to the evolution rock/pop music scene in both New Zealand and Australia during the '70s and '80s.
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