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"Oh Very Young" is a song composed by Cat Stevens. It was released on his 1974 album Buddha and the Chocolate Box, as well as several later "Best of..." and "Greatest Hits" albums. This song that poses a question asked by future generations reached number 10 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 and number two Easy Listening. On his website djallyn.org, DJ Ally posted the following about "Oh Very Young" on April 30, 2009: Suzanne Lynch worked as a session musician until she became a regular part of Cat Stevens' vocal group and appeared on several of his albums. The first song Lynch did for Stevens was "Oh Very Young" in which she sang the solo line and the haunting background melody. Jonathan Rayson also covered the song on his 2006 album "Shiny and New". 


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2001
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Cat Stevens

Yusuf Islam (born Steven Demetre Georgiou, 21 July 1948), commonly known by his former stage name Cat Stevens, is a British singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, educator, philanthropist, and prominent convert to Islam. more »

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Release Date
"Oh Very Young" was released in 1974 as part of Cat Stevens' album "Buddah and the Chocolate Box."
Chart Performance
The song gained significant popularity, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the Easy Listening chart in the United States.
Song Theme
"Oh Very Young" is a song about the fleeting nature of youth, urging youngsters to make a positive impact on the world before their time passes.
Songwriting
Like most of his songs, Stevens wrote "Oh Very Young" himself, displaying his ability for thoughtful and poignant songwriting.
Religious Context
The song was released a few years before Stevens converted to Islam and changed his name to Yusuf Islam, which led to a change in his musical direction and focus.
Music Style
The song carries on Stevens' signature mix of folk and pop music, with simple instrumentals and equally straightforward, meaningful lyrics.
Album Success
The album "Buddah and the Chocolate Box," where "Oh Very Young" belongs, returned Stevens to the top 10 of the Billboard album charts, coming in at number 2.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered "Oh Very Young," including Garth Brooks and Dolly Parton, demonstrating the timeless appeal of the song.
Use in Media
"Oh Very Young" has been used in various TV shows and movies, such as "The Simpsons" and "Remember the Titans", further illustrating its lasting relevance and wide appeal.
Live Performances
Even after converting to Islam and leaving his Cat Stevens identity, Yusuf continued to perform "Oh Very Young" live, showing its enduring significance in his music catalog.

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