All the Time in the World

Dr. Hook

About All the Time in the World

"All the Time in the World" is a song by Dr. Hook from the album Pleasure & Pain. Produced by Ron Haffkine, it was released as a single in late 1978 and charted on both the U. S. and Canadian singles charts, including the Country and Adult Contemporary charts of both countries.


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1988
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Dr. Hook

Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show (shortened to Dr. Hook in 1975) is an American rock band, formed in Union City, New Jersey. The band had commercial success in the 1970s with hit singles "Sylvia's Mother", "The Cover of 'Rolling Stone'" (both 1972), "Only Sixteen" (1975), "A Little Bit More" (1976), "Sharing the Night Together" (1978), "When You're in Love with a Beautiful Woman" (1979), "Better Love Next Time" (1979), and "Sexy Eyes" (1980). In addition to its own material, Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show performed songs written by the poet Shel Silverstein. The band had eight years of hits in the United States. Its music, spanning novelty songs, acoustic ballads, and soft rock, was played on Top 40, easy listening, and country music outlets throughout the Englis… more »

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10 facts about this song

Background
"All The Time In The World" is a track by the American rock band Dr. Hook. The band was first formed in the 1960s and was known for their country rock and soft rock genre.
Album
This song was released in their eighth studio album called "Pleasure & Pain," which was released in 1978.
Producer
The album "Pleasure & Pain" which includes the song "All The Time In The World," was produced by Ron Haffkine. Haffkine had long been the producer and manager for Dr. Hook.
Success
The album "Pleasure & Pain" peaked at No. 67 on the Billboard 200, indicating some commercial success. However, "All The Time In The World" did not chart as a single.
Group Change
The release of "Pleasure & Pain," which included "All The Time In The World," marked a significant shift for Dr. Hook. This was the first album released under the new group name "Dr. Hook" instead of their older name "Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show."
Song Theme
"All The Time In The World" is a soulful, emotional song that speaks to love, longing, and the passage of time. This is typical of Dr. Hook's style, as their songs often deal with themes of love and emotion.
Original Member
One of the original members of Dr. Hook, Dennis Locorriere, lent his distinctive voice to "All The Time In The World." His vocal work is a cornerstone of the band's sound and is prominently featured in this track.
Contemporary Reviews
Although specific contemporary reviews for "All The Time In The World" are scarce, the album "Pleasure & Pain," received positive reviews for its soft rock sound and emotional lyricism.
Last Album
Interestingly, "Pleasure & Pain", the album on which "All the Time In The World" features is also the last album released by Dr. Hook that includes an image of the band on the cover.
Popularity
While not a chart-topper as a single, "All The Time In The World" remains popular amongst fans of Dr. Hook, and continues to be listened to and appreciated to this day.

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