Obviously
McFly
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Recently I've been, Hopelessly reaching Out for this girl, She's out of this world. Believe me. She's got a boyfriend He drives me round the bend He's in the marines, He'd kill me. It's been so many nights now I find myself thinking about her now. 'Cause obviously, She's out of my league I'm hopin' and wishin' She's draggin' me in and now I know I never will be good enough for her. No, no Never will be good enough for her. Gotta escape now Get on a plane now. yeah Afterwards lady, that's where I'll stay (yeah) For cheating I'll put it behind me(I'll put it behind me) Go to a place where she can't find me. yeah. 'Cause obviously, She's out of my league, I'm wastin' my time 'Cause she'll never be mine I know I never will be good enough for her. No, no Never will be good enough for her She's outta my head I never will know her again I know I'm not good enough for her He's good enough for her (for her, for her)
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Written by: THOMAS MICHAEL FLETCHER, DANIEL ALAN JONES, JAMES ELLIOT BOURNE
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Obviously" was released as the second single from the British band McFly's debut studio album "Room on the 3rd Floor" on June 21, 2004.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart, making it McFly's second number one hit following "5 Colours in Her Hair".
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SongwritersThe song was penned by McFly members Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter and Harry Judd, alongside songwriting collaborators James Bourne and Julian Emery.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Obviously" was filmed in Spain and features the band members failing at various sports, including golf, tennis and football.
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GenreThe song is often classified within the pop-rock genre, typical of most McFly music. Other contemporary popular British bands of the same genre included Busted and The Vamps.
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Notable PerformancesAmong the memorable performances of this song, McFly performed "Obviously" at the 2004 T4 Pop Beach gig in Great Yarmouth amid some technical difficulties.
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InspirationThe song's lyrics touch on the theme of unrequited love and wanting to be more than just friends with someone who is unaware of these feelings.
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Certifications"Obviously" has been certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), denoting sales of over 200,000 copies in the UK.
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Other VersionsIn 2013, McFly released a new, slower version of "Obviously" as part of their "McFly – The Greatest Bits – B-Sides & Rarities" album.
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Critical ReceptionCritics generally praised "Obviously" for its infectious melody and relatable lyrics, cementing McFly's place as a popular boyband in the British music scene.
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