Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)
Greg Kihn
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We had broken up for good Just an hour before Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah And now I'm staring at the bodies As they're dancing 'cross the floor Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah And then the band slowed the tempo And the music gets you down Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah It was the same old song With a melancholy sound Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah They don't write 'em like that anymore They just don't write 'em like that anymore We'd been living together for a million years Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah But now it feels so strange out of the atmospheres Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah And then the jukebox plays a song I used to know Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah And now I'm staring at the bodies As they're dancing so slow Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, aah They don't write 'em like that anymore They don't write 'em like that anymore Mm, now I wind up staring at an empty glass Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, ah 'Cause it's so easy to say That she'll forget your past Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah, aah They don't write 'em like that anymore No, they just don't write 'em like that anymore They don't write 'em like that anymore They just don't write 'em like that anymore They just don't, no, they don't, no no, uh-uh They just don't write 'em like that anymore They just don't
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Written by: GARY PHILLIPS, GREGORY STANLEY KIHN, STEPHEN ALAN WRIGHT
Lyrics © JOEL TURTLE
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10 facts about this song
History"Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)" is a song by American rock artist Greg Kihn. It was released in 1981 under the album, "RocKihnRoll".
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Chart SuccessThe song reached number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and was Kihn's first top-ten hit on the Billboard Top Tracks chart where it went all the way to number 5.
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Song CompositionThe catchy tune was co-written by Greg Kihn and Steve Wright, who was the band's bassist at that time.
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Pop Culture InfluenceOver time, the song has made appearances in various television shows and advertisements, further ingraining it as mainstay in rock history.
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Relevance to Kihn’s CareerKihn is often best known for his two hit singles: "Jeopardy" and “The Breakup Song.” The latter solidified his radio presence and paved the way for the artist's future success.
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Music VideoMany fans remember the playful yet heartfelt music video for "The Breakup Song", which further amplified its popularity during the early days of music video programming.
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Song ThemeAs the title suggests, “Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)" expresses a feeling of longing for the breakup songs of the past. The song resonates with anyone who has ever nursed a broken heart while listening to music.
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LegacyEven decades after its release, the "Breakup Song" still enjoys regular radio play, especially on stations specializing in classic rock and ‘80s hits.
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Cover VersionsIn the ensuing years, the song has been covered by multiple bands and artists, a testament to its enduring appeal.
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Live Performances"Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)" still remains a fan-favorite at Greg Kihn’s live shows and continues to be part of his regular performance lineup.
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