The Old Fashioned Way
Charles Aznavour
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Dance in the old fashioned way Won't you stay in my arms? Just melt against my skin And let me feel your heart Don't let the music win By dancing far apart Come close where you belong Let's hear our secret song Dance in the old fashioned way Won't you stay in my arms? And we'll discover highs We never knew before If we just close our eyes And dance around the floor That gay old fashioned way That makes me love you more Come closer Forget about the others It's nice to be like this, cheek to cheek In the old fashioned way Hahaha, it's funny, but I have the feeling that we dancing as our parents used to do Well, maybe they weren't wrong The world changes, love stays Dance in the old fashioned way Won't you stay in my arms? And we'll discover highs We never knew before If we just close our eyes And dance around the floor That gay old fashioned way That makes me love you more
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Written by: Charles Aznavour, Georges Garvarentz
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11 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundCharles Aznavour was a French-Armenian singer, songwriter, and actor who is often hailed as France's Frank Sinatra. He had a career that spanned over 70 years, in which he wrote over 800 songs.
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Song Release"The Old Fashioned Way" was first released in 1972 as part of Aznavour's album, "Idiote Je T'Aime."
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English LanguageUnlike most of Aznavour's repertoire, "The Old Fashioned Way" was written and performed in English. However, a French version of the song, titled "Les Plaisirs Démodés," was also released.
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Song ThemeThe song talks about nostalgia for a bygone era, a common theme in Aznavour's work. Amidst the changing tides of the 70s, he yearned for the "old-fashioned way" of love and life.
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Popularity in AmericaThe song is one of Aznavour's most well-known tracks in the United States.
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Chart PerformanceIn the UK, "The Old Fashioned Way" peaked at No. 38 on the singles chart.
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CollaborationThe song was a collaboration between Aznavour and the French songwriter Georges Garvarentz, who was also the singer's brother-in-law.
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Cover VersionsSince its release, "The Old Fashioned Way" has been covered by numerous artists, including UK pop singer Engelbert Humperdinck.
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In FilmThe song was featured in the 1972 French film, "Un Beau Monstre." In more recent years, it was included in the soundtrack for the 2018 film, "The Death of Stalin."
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Aznavour's LegacyEven after Aznavour's death in 2018, songs like "The Old Fashioned Way" contribute to his legendary status in the world of French music. His emotional lyrics and unique vocal style continue to impact artists around the globe.
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Song's Cultural ImpactThe song has become something of an anthem for lovers of nostalgia and old-fashioned values, with its timeless phrases and melodies.
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