Downhearted
Australian Crawl
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I left my heart back in the orient Down on Bali bays It's not the way that I should feel But it's the way I'm going to stay Lonely, lonely Chasing you all round the world Wrong way, wrong way You took a heart, took a heart too young Downhearted Broken dreams that never really started Downhearted Broken dreams that never really start It seems all wrong back here at home There's no end in sight Should I be made to drag you through This lovers endless fight If only, if only You'd take me as I am Strong arm, strong charm You took a heart, took a heart too young Sometimes I think that we should stay Happy on the farm Sometimes I think that I'll give it all away This love and all its charm Downhearted Broken dreams that never really started Downhearted Broken dreams that never really start
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Written by: GUY GILLIS MCDONOUGH, SEAN HIGGINS, WILLIAM STEPHEN MCDONOUGH
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Song Creation"Downhearted" was written by Australian singer-songfriend James Reyne along with Bill McDonough and Guy McDonogh.
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Release InformationThe song is a single from Australian Crawl's debut album "The Boys Light Up," which was released in 1981.
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Chart Performance"Downhearted" peaked at number 12 on the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart.
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Song CompositionThe song is a melancholic tune primarily composed of bright guitars and melancholic vocals.
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Song Meaning"Downhearted" is about unreciprocated affection and the melancholy that accompanies it.
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Unique MomentIt was one of the few Australian Crawl's songs to feature a harmonica, played by Bill McDonough.
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RecognitionIn 2001, the song was recognized by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) as one of the Top 30 Australian songs of all time.
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Other Versions"Downhearted" has been covered by various artists including Mark Seymour and James Reyne himself for his acoustic album "Ghost Ships" in 2005.
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Song LegacyEven after decades of its release, "Downhearted" continues to be played on radio stations, showcasing the timeless appeal of Australian Crawl's music.
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CollaborationThe song was a creative collaboration between band members, showcasing their strong teamwork and shared creative vision.
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Impact on the BandThe success of "Downhearted" helped to cement Australian Crawl's status as one of the leading Australian rock bands in the 1980s.
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James Reyne's PerformancesEven after Australian Crawl disbanded, James Reyne continued to perform "Downhearted" at his solo concerts, keeping the song alive in the public memory.
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Tribute to the Band"Downhearted" has been included in various compilations and tribute albums dedicated to Australian Crawl, highlighting the song's significant contribution to the band's legacy.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the EMI music label.
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Tribute to Australian Music"Downhearted" is often considered an essential Australian track, contributing significantly to the nation's musical identity in the 1980s.
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