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Orchard Road (song)
"Orchard Road" is a song recorded by Leo Sayer for his al- Churchfield Road, Acton in Greater London where his ex-
bum Have You Ever Been in Love. The song made number 16 wife Janice had moved out to.[2]
on the UK Singles Chart in 1983.[1]
Its music was composed by Alan Tarney with the
lyrics by Leo Sayer.[1]
See also
• 2CH
• Bob Rogers
Misconception • Leo Sayer
It is thought by some the song title refers to the famous
retail and entertainment hub of Orchard Road in Singa-
pore, and the cover artwork of a 12" release featuring the
Footnotes
song depicts Orchard Road scenery. However, this may [1] ^ Leo Sayer - Wikipedia, retrieved on 31 July 2008
be a misconception as the lyrics to the song are reported- [2] Interview with Leo Sayer, The Bob Rogers Show,
ly based on an all-night phone conversation out in a pub- Radio 2CH, 10:31:30 AEST 31 July 2008.
lic telephone booth he had with his then wife, pleading
for her return from her flat and forgiveness after a lapse
of judgement in their 7-year marital life. The song title is
External links
a made-up road name. Orchard Road in reality, refers to • Leo Sayer Official Website
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Categories:
• 1983 singles
• Leo Sayer songs
• Songs written by Alan Tarney
• Songs written by Leo Sayer
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