My Oh My

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About My Oh My

"My Oh My" is a song by the British rock band Slade, released in 1983 as the second single from the band's eleventh studio album The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome, and in 1984 as the second single from the album's US counterpart Keep Your Hands Off My Power Supply. The song was written by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea, and produced by John Punter. It reached No. 2 in the UK and was also the band's second Top 40 hit in America, where it reached No. 37.


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1994
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I believe in woman, my oh my
I believe in lovin', my oh my
Don't a woman need a man?
Try and catch one if you can
I believe in woman, my oh my

We all need someone to talk to, my oh my
We all need someone to talk to, my oh my
You need a shoulder to cry on
Call me, I'll be standing by

We all need someone to talk to, my oh my
We all need a lotta lovin', my oh my

Yeah, and whole lotta lovin', my oh my

I can lend a helping hand
If you ain't got nothing planned

We all need some lovin', my oh my
Oh, yeah

Oh
Yeah

So let's all swing together, my oh my
We can all swing together, my oh my

You've got troubles of your own
No need to face them all alone
We can all swing together, my oh my

So let's all pull together, my oh my 
Yeah, let's all pull together, my oh my
We can ride the stormy weather
If we all get out and try
So let's all pull together, my oh my
Yeah, let's all pull together, my oh my

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Slade

Slade are a rock band from Wolverhampton, who rose to prominence during the glam rock era of the early 1970s. With 17 consecutive Top 20 hits and six number ones, the British Hit Singles & Albums names them as the most successful British group of the 1970s based on sales of singles. They were the first act to have three singles enter at number one, and all six of the band's chart-toppers were penned by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea. Total UK sales stand at 6,520,171, and their best selling single, "Merry Xmas Everybody", has sold in excess of one million copies. more »

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Written by: Jim Lea, Neville Holder

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"My Oh My" is a song by the British rock band Slade, released in 1983 as the second single from their eleventh studio album, "The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome."
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 2 in the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the band's biggest hits. It also reached the top 10 in several other countries including Norway and Sweden.
Song Meaning
The song's lyrics touch on the themes of disillusionment and the passage of time. The lamenting tone and serious subject matter mark a departure from Slade's earlier, more light-hearted work.
Music Video
The music video for the song was filmed at the Stoke-On-Trent railway station, with Slade playing the song on a train platform. The band members are seen singing and playing instruments while being surrounded by smoke and lights.
US Success
Despite the band's declining popularity in the UK, "My Oh My" was a hit in the US, reaching No. 37 in the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This successfully resurrected their career in the US after a decade of limited success.
Popularity in Sports
The song gained popularity in Polish football, particularly with fans of Arka Gdynia who sang their version of this song during matches.
Composition
The song showcases classic piano accompaniment which is a sharp departure from Slade's usual heavy guitar sound.
Cover Versions
"My Oh My" has been covered by several musicians and bands over the years, including a version by the Swedish band Runaways in 1984 and a popular Polish version by rock singer Krzysztof Krawczyk.
Re-Recordings
The original members of Slade re-recorded the song along with some of their other hits for a new studio and live album, "Slade Alive! - The Live Anthology," released in 2006.
Award
Although it didn’t win, "My Oh My" was nominated for the Ivor Novello Award for Best Song Musically and Lyrically in 1984.

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