Language

Dave Dobbyn

About Language

Language is a single by New Zealand singer/songwriter Dave Dobbyn, released in 1994 as the first single from the Twist album. The song reached number 4 on the New Zealand charts.


Year:
2009
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My hands are tied 
Oh I could be a victim 
When my tongue won't move 
You have tied with your heartstrings 

When I needed you most 
I couldn't find the language
When I needed you more 
I couldn't say a word 

My hands truly tied 
Yeah I know I'm a prisoner 
When my tongue wouldn't move 
You have tied with your heartstrings again 

And when I needed you most 
I couldn't find the language 
When I needed you more 
I couldn't say a word 

When I needed you most 
I couldn't find the language 
When I needed you more 
I couldn't say a word 

One day a heap on the ground 
Next day I'm so proud 
Today I don't know, I don't know
Hey

Your hands are cold 
That's why I try to contain you 
Now my words are cursed 
Ember from the ashes 

One day a heap on the ground 
Next day I'm so proud 
Today, I haven't got a clue 
Feels like a river of tears 

Today I'm gonna dry these eyes 
No
When I needed you more 
Couldn't say a word 

Couldn't say a word

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Dave Dobbyn

Dave Dobbyn, ONZM (born 3 January 1957) is a New Zealand musician, singer-songwriter and record producer. In his early career he was a member of the rock group Th' Dudes and was the main creative force in pop band DD Smash. Since then he has released the majority of his recordings as a solo performer. more »

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Written by: MORGAN ZARATE, STEVE H. WHITE

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Song Composition
"Language" was written and performed by Dave Dobbyn, a New Zealand musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer.
Release Info
It was released in 1994 as a single and is also a part of Dave Dobbyn’s studio album named "Twist."
Genre
The song belongs to the Pop Rock genre and has a sound that employs strong catchy melodies, adding elements of rock music.
Performing Medium
Dave Dobbyn perform the song by singing and playing it on the piano, which is his primary instrument.
Awards
Dave Dobbyn has won numerous awards in his music career, including the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) Silver Scroll award for this song.
Lyrics Content
The song explores themes of communication and misunderstanding. It suggests that language can often be a barrier, as words can be misconstrued or misinterpreted.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, it topped the New Zealand music charts and gained a lot of radio airplay.
Reviews
Critics appreciated the song, with some saying it showcased Dobbyn’s skill of creating a variety of sounds while retaining a strong musical identity.
Music Video
The music video for "Language" features Dobbyn singing the song interactively with a series of visual images related to the lyrics.
Cultural Impact
"Language" is considered one of Dobbyn's most popular songs, and is often played during his live performances. Despite it being a few decades old, it continues to be a favorite among both Dobbyn's fans and New Zealanders in general.

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