Oh Diane
Fleetwood Mac
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Oh no Here I go again Fallin' in love again. Love is like a grain of sand Slowly slippin' through your hand. Oh Oh Diane Oh Oh Diane. Will I love you I will Always. Will you stand by me always? 'Cause love is like a grain of sand . . . Talkin' 'bout Diane Oh Oh Diane. Oh Oh Diane Oh Oh Diane. Talkin' 'bout Diane Oh Oh Diane.
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Written by: LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM, RICHARD DASHUT
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10 facts about this song
Release & Album"Oh Diane" is a song by the British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac. It was not only included in their 1982 album Mirage but it was the third single released from it.
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Lyrics & InspirationWritten by Lindsey Buckingham and Richard Dashut, the song's lyrics represent a simpler, more palpable kind of love song which was unusual for the band as they are known for their emotionally heavy music.
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Musical StyleThe song adheres to the rockabilly sound, with shades of country and pop music, marking a deviation from the band's primary style of blues and rock music.
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Chart SuccessIt is worth noting that "Oh, Diane" saw significant chart success in the United Kingdom, where it peaked at No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart, unlike in the United States where unfortunately it didn't chart.
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Performance"Oh Diane" does not feature Christine McVie, the band's keyboardist, on any of the instruments. This decision was perhaps in keeping with the song's simplicity and its distinct rockabilly style.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Oh Diane" starring the band, also includes the band's co-founder Peter Green who had left the group over a decade earlier. This cameo was particularly notable, given his mental health struggles and drug addiction, which had led to his departure from the band.
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Live PerformancesDespite its success, "Oh Diane" was rarely performed live by the band, with only a few performances of the song documented. In fact, the song did not make the cut on any of the band's live albums.
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Critical ReceptionCritically, "Oh Diane" has been described as an upbeat, catchy tune. However, it has been overlooked when compared to other more iconic Fleetwood Mac tracks.
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LegacyAlthough it is one of the lesser acclaimed songs of Fleetwood Mac, "Oh Diane" remains a favourite of Fleetwood Mac fans, especially those in the UK where the song was a top 10 hit.
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Pop CultureThe song "Oh, Diane" has been featured in numerous TV shows and movies, including an episode of the popular UK TV series Top of the Pops, adding to its cultural impact and legacy.
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