The Logical Song
Supertramp
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When I was young, it seemed that life was so wonderful A miracle, oh it was beautiful, magical And all the birds in the trees, well they'd be singing so happily Oh joyfully, playfully watching me But then they send me away to teach me how to be sensible Logical, oh responsible, practical And they showed me a world where I could be so dependable Oh clinical, oh intellectual, cynical There are times when all the world's asleep The questions run too deep For such a simple man Won't you please, please tell me what we've learned I know it sounds absurd Please tell me who I am I said, watch what you say or they'll be calling you a radical Liberal, oh fanatical, criminal Won't you sign up your name, we'd like to feel you're acceptable Respectable, oh presentable, a vegetable Oh, take it take it yeah But at night, when all the world's asleep The questions run so deep For such a simple man Won't you please tell me what we've learned I know it sounds absurd Please tell me who I am, who I am, who I am, who I am 'Cause I was feeling so logical D-d-digital One, two, three, five Oh, oh, oh, oh It's getting unbelievable
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Written by: Richard Davies, Roger Hodgson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release"The Logical Song" was released in March 1979 as part of Supertramp's sixth studio album "Breakfast in America."
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Charts and CertificationsThe song became Supertramp's biggest hit, reaching the Top 10 in multiple countries. It peaked at no. 7 on the UK Singles Chart, no. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US, and it topped the chart in Canada. It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
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Songwriting CreditsIt was co-written by band members Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson, although it's primarily identified with Hodgson who composed the melody and wrote the lyrics on his own.
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Meaning and LyricsThe song's lyrics convey Hodgson's feelings about his own schooling and education, which he felt was attempting to make him conform and stifle his natural creativity and individuality.
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InstrumentationThe prominent use of the Wurlitzer electric piano and saxophone in "The Logical Song" contributes to its signature sound. The saxophone solo in the middle of the song is played by band member John Helliwell.
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AwardsIt was nominated for a Grammy in 1979 for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group.
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In Popular CultureThe song has been frequently used in films, commercials, and television shows, helping maintain its popularity over time.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "The Logical Song." Notably, techno group Scooter’s sampled version topped the charts in several countries in the late '90s.
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Live PerformancesRoger Hodgson has included "The Logical Song" in his live performances since leaving Supertramp in 1983 and considers it one of his favorite songs to perform.
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Legacy"The Logical Song" is frequently cited as Supertramp’s signature song, and it has been praised for its insightful lyrics, catchy melody, and its fusion of rock and pop elements.
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