Don't Say It's Love
Johnny Hates Jazz
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We've had it good for years now Don't let the change We've never needed answers To find the way Now all of a sudden Like waves on a beach Love has come crashing down The truth has been lost and found (Chorus) Don't say it's love, baby 'Cos you are to me What you want to be Don't say it's love, baby If our friendship is to survive Don't say it's love We've shared so many secrets Now kiss and tell You make one move to love me And it's farewell 'Cos somewhere there's someone Who's waiting for you To love you more than I could Your heart was misunderstood (Chorus) Don't be a fool You'll be alone in your confusion If loving me is an illusion Then let it go Oh no no no no Now I never counted On ending this way I always trusted fate But if we are no too late (Chorus) ...All you do is say it's love
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10 facts about this song
Band Background"Johnny Hates Jazz" is a British band that was formed in 1985. Known for their pop, new wave, and soft rock style, they made a significant impact in the late 1980s.
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Song Details"Don't Say It's Love" is a track from their second studio album, "Tall Stories," which was released in 1991.
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Blue-eyed SoulThe song incorporates elements of "blue-eyed soul," a genre popularized by white artists who interpreted African-American music in their style.
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Album Performance"Tall Stories" did not manage to replicate the success of the band's debut album, "Turn Back the Clock," which reached number one on the UK Albums Chart. It was moderately successful and peaked at number 50.
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SongwritingBoth the album and the song were written by band member Clark Datchler, who left the band shortly after the album's release and returned in 2009.
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Band's Hiatus and ResolveAfter the release of "Tall Stories," the band went on a hiatus due to Datchler's departure but decided to reunite in 2009 and has been active ever since.
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Modern Interpretations"Don't Say It's Love" has a nostalgic feel, symbolizing the essence of the '80s British pop culture.
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Music VideoThe song also has an official music video which portrays a series of emotionally charged interpersonal moments, resonating with the song's lyrics.
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Album's ReceptionAlthough "Tall Stories" was not as well received as their debut album, fans and critics praised songs like "Don't Say It's Love" for staying true to the band's melodic, lyrically introspective style.
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Current PopularityDespite not achieving immense commercial success, "Don't Say It's Love" continues to be popular among "Johnny Hates Jazz" fans and is a staple at their live performances.
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