Let's Think About Living

"Let's Think About Living" is a song written by Boudleaux Bryant, and recorded by Bob Luman in 1960.

"Let's Think About Living"
Single by Bob Luman
B-side"You've Got Everything"
ReleasedAugust 15, 1960 (1960-08-15)
GenreRockabilly
Songwriter(s)Boudleaux Bryant

The song is an open critique of the teenage tragedy song and gunfighter ballad genera of the time, humorously quipping that if Marty Robbins, Patti Page and the Everly Brothers actually died in the songs where they mention dying ("El Paso" and "Cathy's Clown" in the first and last respective cases) that the singer will soon be the last surviving musician in the industry. The singer suggests happier themes for songs in the future such as living, loving and dancing.

Charts

Chart (1960) Peak
position
US Billboard Hot 100 7
Australia Kent Music Report 3
Norway (VG-lista)[1] 3
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References

  1. "Let's Think About Living". Norwegian charts. 1960–1961. Retrieved 8 June 2013.
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