When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman – Dr. Hook

About the Song

Let’s cruise down memory lane with a smooth and soulful classic, “When You’re In Love With a Beautiful Woman” by Dr. Hook. Released in 1978, this song became a major hit, topping charts internationally and solidifying Dr. Hook’s place in the music scene. But beyond its catchy melody, “When You’re In Love With a Beautiful Woman” offers a relatable and timeless look at love’s intoxicating effects.

The song isn’t your typical love ballad. It takes a more laid-back, conversational approach, with the narrator sharing his observations and experiences of being smitten. The lyrics paint a picture of a man completely captivated by a woman’s beauty. He describes her smile that “melts like butter on a hot day” and her laugh that “sounds like a six-string on a summer night.”

Dr. Hook’s signature smooth vocals and the mellow rhythm section create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The song isn’t just about physical attraction, though. It delves into the emotional impact of being in love. The narrator describes feeling “ten feet tall” and “like a million bucks” simply because of her presence.

There’s a touch of humor woven into the lyrics too. Lines like “I even quit smokin’ cigarettes, just to impress your mama” add a lighthearted touch, showcasing the lengths the narrator is willing to go to for his love.

“When You’re In Love With a Beautiful Woman” isn’t without its critics. Some might see it as superficial, focusing solely on physical beauty. However, the song’s enduring appeal lies in its relatability. Anyone who has ever been head over heels can identify with the narrator’s feelings of elation, infatuation, and that feeling of being invincible when you’re with the one you love.

So, the next time you hear “When You’re In Love With a Beautiful Woman,” take a moment to appreciate its smooth groove, its relatable portrayal of love’s euphoria, and the reminder that sometimes, the simplest emotions can create the most powerful songs.

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Lyrics: “When You’re In Love With A Beautiful Woman”

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

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
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
It never ends
You know that it’s crazy
You want to 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 weathered friends and faint hearted lovers
And everytime it happens
It just convinces me more

When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You watch her eyes
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You 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
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
Yeah it never ends
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You watch her eyes
When you’re in love with a beautiful woman
You keep looking for lies