Sweet Life

Paul Davis

About Sweet Life

"Sweet Life" is a song written, composed, and recorded by American singer-songwriter Paul Davis. It was the third single he released from his 1977 album Singer of Songs: Teller of Tales, and his fourth-highest peaking pop hit, peaking at #17 on the Billboard chart in late 1978. On the Cash Box chart, the song spent three weeks at #15. The song also reached #15 in Canada. "Sweet Life" spent five months on the U. S. charts, longer than any of Davis' other singles except "I Go Crazy. " 


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1999
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She's got your eyes, she's got my nose
And I get high just watching her grow
We always dreamed we'd live in a castle
Oh, but we're in the same old shack
Sometimes we get into a hassle
But we always take each other back
This old world seems to be in a hurry
But darlin' we'll just keep on takin' our time

'Cause we're livin' such a sweet life
Oh what a neat life
Sharin' my love with you
We're livin' such a sweet life
Oh what a neat life
Makin' our dreams come true
We're makin' our dreams come true

You are my love, you are my life
And I get high just holding you tight
We always dreamed we'd make a lot of money
I don't mind being poor
'Cause when you make love to me, honey
I couldn't ask for any more
All our friends seem to be in a hurry
But darlin' we'll just keep on takin' our time

'Cause we're livin' such a sweet life
Oh what a neat life
Sharin' my love with you
We're livin' such a sweet life
Oh what a neat life
Makin' our dreams come true
We're makin' our dreams come true

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Paul Davis

Paul Lavon Davis (April 21, 1948 – April 22, 2008) was an American singer and songwriter, best known for his radio hits and solo career which started worldwide in 1970. His career encompassed soul, country and pop music. Typically, the slower the tempo of a Davis record, the longer it took to reach its peak position. Notable songs in his career include 1977's "I Go Crazy", a No. 7 pop hit which once held the record for the longest chart run on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as the No. 6 "'65 Love Affair", his highest-charting pop hit. In the mid 1980s, he also had two country No. 1 hits as a guest vocalist on songs by Marie Osmond and Tanya Tucker, and wrote singles for other country singers. His appearance in the mid 1970s to early 1980s resembled Leon Russe… more »

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Written by: PAUL DAVIS, SUSAN COLLINS

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Sweet Life" is a song by American singer-songwriter Paul Davis. The track was officially released in 1977 as part of his album "Singer of Songs: Teller of Tales."
Chart Performance
"Sweet Life" performed exceptionally well on the music charts. The song reached number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and became Davis’s biggest Adult Contemporary hit, peaking at the top position for three consecutive weeks.
Song Duration
The track has a length of 3:37 minutes. Despite its relatively short duration, it features an assembly of vocals, instrumentals, and a harmonious melody that captured the attention of many listeners.
Song Genre
The song falls under multiple genres including Country, Pop, and Soft Rock. The blend of all these styles in "Sweet Life" is considered a masterpiece of Paul Davis's musical versatility.
Notable Lyrics
An interesting fact about "Sweet Life" is its uplifting and life-affirming lyrics. Phrases like "Oh, sweet life, you're the sweetest thing I've ever known" and "Forever gonna look at you and I see my sweet life shining through" have left a profound impact on many listeners.
Distinctive Sound
Combining folk, country, and soul elements, Davis created a distinctive sound in "Sweet Life," which remains one of his most recognizable works.
Davis's Signature Song
Despite Davis having created many other songs, "Sweet Life" is often considered his signature song due to its success and popularity.
Peak Popularity
"Sweet Life" is not just loved in the United States. It gained international recognition, marking Davis's peak popularity during the late '70s.
Awards
Although the song didn't win any major awards, it is seen as one of the significant highlights in Davis's music career because of its commercial performance and fact that it's beloved by fans to this day.
Effects on Davis's Career
"Sweet Life" cemented Davis's musical stature and brought significant attention to his later works. It contributed substantially to his being revered as a versatile and passionate musical genius.

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