My Girl

Hoodoo Gurus

About My Girl

"My Girl" was the third single by iconic Australian rock group Hoodoo Gurus and was released on Big Time Records and distributed by EMI in October, 1983; it peaked at #35 on the Australian charts. It was written by Dave Faulkner and was also on their first album Stoneage Romeos, which was produced by Alan Thorne. The single was also subsequently released in the United Kingdom in 1985 by Demon Records with a different cover sleeve and a different B-side, "Leilani".


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Once a girl took my love until I couldn´t give anymore, 
Then I tried to pretend no to see what I couldn´t ignore. 
My girl don´t love me at all 
Anymore. 

I took her to the dance and then I didn´t see her all night. 
Then a friend said he saw her with some other boy just outside. 
When I went out she was alone. 
She said, "I would like to go home"
I asked her, "Who were you with?"
She said, "No-one." 
I could tell that she lied 
(And a voice said inside) 
My girl don´t love me at all 
Anymore. 
Not at all.

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Hoodoo Gurus

Hoodoo Gurus (referred to as the Gurus by fans) are an Australian rock band, formed in Sydney in 1981, by the mainstay Dave Faulkner (songwriter, lead singer and guitarist) and later joined by Richard Grossman (bass), Mark Kingsmill (drums), and Brad Shepherd (guitar, vocals, harmonica). Their popularity peaked in the mid to late 1980s with albums Mars Needs Guitars!, Blow Your Cool! and Magnum Cum Louder. more »

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Written by: DAVE FAULKNER

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10 facts about this song

Release and Popularity
"My Girl" is a song by the Australian rock band Hoodoo Gurus. It was released as a single in 1983 and became a popular hit.
Song Content
The song is about the band's lead singer's, Dave Faulkner's, dog.
Album Inclusion
"My Girl" is included in the Hoodoo Gurus' debut album "Stoneage Romeos" released in 1984.
Chart Rankings
The single reached the top 40 in Australia but did not make any impact in the US or UK charts.
Music Video
The music video for "My Girl" was directed by Alex Proyas, who later gained fame as a Hollywood director.
Critical Acclaim
The album "Stoneage Romeos", which "My Girl" features on, was voted by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the top 100 debut albums of all time.
Legacy
Despite not being a major international hit, the song remains a fan favorite and is considered a classic of Australian rock music.
Genre
Hoodoo Gurus, including their song "My Girl", are known for their successful blending of a variety of music styles: including rock, pop, and punk influences.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics give the appearance of being about a girl or a romantic love interest, but in reality, they were written by Faulkner about his pet dog.
Cover Versions
The band's track "My Girl" has been frequently covered by other artists throughout the years, proving its enduring popularity and influence.

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