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I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues

by Candace Sampson

Sometimes doing the math on how old I was when a song was released it just depressing. Take, I Guess That’s Why They Call it The Blues, for example. This song by Elton John was released in 1983. That’s 30 years ago for the mathematically-challenged. Thirty freaking years!

I was 13 at the time and loaded with teenage angst. I was in love with being in love and this song played to every emotion I had about what “real” love was supposed to be like. By the time this song was on a regular rotation on the radio, MuchMusic had just started and I was glued to my television hoping this video or Electric Avenue would play.

Category: Song of the DayTag: Eighties, Elton John, Life in Pleasantville, MuchMusic, song of the day

About Candace Sampson

Candace Sampson is the founder of Life in Pleasantville and the host of What She Said, Canada’s longest-running women’s talk show turned podcast. A trusted voice in Canadian lifestyle and travel media for over a decade, Candace blends storytelling with sharp insight to connect with women on everything from solo travel to social issues. She’s also the creator of Girl Trips, a women-focused retreat and travel brand. Find her on Instagram @candace_said @whatshesaidtalk and @girltrips.ca

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  1. Cheryl @ Kids On A Plane

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    HA HA HA! I remember the teenage years and being glued to Much Music. Always wanted to ask my parents “Hey, can I call in to vote for NKOTB on Combat des Clips? It will only cost you $2.99!”

    The memories. EGH. Teenage years were so awkward. I’m glad it’s all behind me. Way, way behind.

  2. Kimberly

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    I had to laugh at the above comment because that would totally have been me. My parents were too cheap to buy cable so I had to watch it at their house.

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