Dr Hook – “When You’re In Love With A Beautiful Woman” (1978)

About the song

Dr. Hook’s “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman” is a timeless classic that has captured the hearts of listeners for decades. With its infectious melody and heartfelt lyrics, this song has become a beloved anthem of romance and infatuation.

The song’s origins are as intriguing as its enduring popularity. Written by Even Stevens, a young songwriter who followed producer Ron Haffkine into a bathroom to pitch him the song, “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman” first appeared on Dr. Hook’s 1978 album Pleasure and Pain. However, it wasn’t until the following year that the song truly found its audience. In 1979, “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman” became an international hit, reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in the USA and topping the UK Singles Chart.

The song’s success can be attributed to its relatable theme and catchy composition. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of being completely smitten with a beautiful woman, capturing the euphoria, the longing, and the occasional frustration that come with such a powerful emotion. The melody is infectious, with a driving rhythm and a memorable chorus that will have you singing along in no time.

Recorded at the legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Alabama, “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman” benefits from the studio’s renowned musicians and soulful atmosphere. The song’s arrangement is both energetic and heartfelt, with a perfect balance of instrumentation and vocals.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of Dr. Hook or simply appreciate a well-crafted pop song, “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman” is a must-listen. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke strong emotions and create a sense of nostalgia. So, sit back, relax, and let the music transport you to a time when love was young and the world seemed full of endless possibilities.

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Lyrics

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
It’s hard
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You know it’s hard (it’s hard, you know it gets so hard)

Everybody wants her, everybody loves her
Everybody wants to take your baby home

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You watch your friends
(You watch your friends, you better watch your friends)
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
It never ends (it never ends, you know it never ends)

You know that it’s crazy, you wanna trust her
Then somebody hangs up when you answer the phone

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You go it alone

Maybe it’s just an ego problem
Problem is I’ve been fooled before
By fair-weather friends and faint hearted lovers
And every time it happens, it just convinces me more

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You watch her eyes (watch her eyes, baby, watch her eyes)
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You look for lies (keep lookin’ for lies, baby, look for lies)

Everybody tempts her, everybody tells her
She’s the most beautiful woman they know

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You go it alone
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You watch your friends (you watch your friends)
(You better watch your friends, you better look out)
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
Oh, it never ends (it never ends, you know it never ends)

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You watch her eyes (watch her eyes, baby, watch her eyes)
(You better watch her eyes)
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
Keep lookin’ for lies (keep lookin’ for lies, keep lookin’ for lies)
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman…