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Old 26-02-2015, 20:07
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There are two songs in my view that fit into this category of being brilliant and awful at the same time. They are;

Dan Hill - Sometimes When we touch. Very moving and intense song, but the lyrics are possibly a bit too cheesy and creepy. Look up the circumstances behind Dan Hill writing this song, you will laugh

John Denver - Annie's Song. Great song, everyone knows its "You fill up my senses" chorus. But what damages this song's credibility is that when John Denver divorced his wife Annie who the song is about, she cut their bed in half with a chainsaw! Also, I'm sure John Denver didn't intend for it to be the tune of Sheffield United FC anthem "Greasy Chip Butty Song"

Any other songs that fit into this category?
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Old 26-02-2015, 20:39
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I would say 'who's going to drive you home tonight' by Cars. I find it a depressing song but at the same time I would listen to it.
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Old 27-02-2015, 00:03
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One Week by the Bare Naked Ladies.

Wierd lyrical verses rapped at lightning speed, then the chorus sung normally.
16 years on and I still don't know whether it's a genius stroke of odd-pop or plain rubbish.

http://youtu.be/fC_q9KPczAg

(I still think the lead singer looks like a cross between Austin Powers and Archie from Balamory.)
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Old 27-02-2015, 08:49
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'cotton eyed joe' ..... so bad its good!

plus alot of scooters material, musically poor but so bloody infectious!
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Old 27-02-2015, 10:37
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Starships by Nikki Minaj.
She cant rap, or sing. Its sort of talked through with a bit of rhythm. The lyrics are appaling, but its a fantastic song
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Old 27-02-2015, 10:57
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Hocus Pocus by Focus

Killer rock riff+yodelling flautist=utter daftness
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Old 27-02-2015, 11:25
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Living for Love by Madonna.
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Old 27-02-2015, 14:53
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Paralyzed - The Legendary Stardust Cowboy.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EEZAivzl1Q

I defy anybody to beat that.
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Old 27-02-2015, 15:31
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"Metal Health (Bang Your Head)" by Quiet Riot.

Superb riff, natty bass playing and a HUGE sing-a-long chorus.

It's also cheesier than a gorgonzola and a dolcelatte in a "who's the cheesiest" competition.

You'll be punching the air, once you've removed your head from your hands and checked that nobody's looking.
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Old 27-02-2015, 16:22
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"Son of my Father" by Chicory tip.

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Old 27-02-2015, 18:00
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Wannabe
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Old 27-02-2015, 18:08
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Celine Dion- Think Twice so OTT it deserves a medal but it is compelling.
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Old 27-02-2015, 19:31
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Everything is AWESOME!! from the Lego Movie.

Barely even a song and yet it's wonderful.
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Old 27-02-2015, 23:36
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Hey Hey Bad News by Bad News.
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Old 27-02-2015, 23:38
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Snow Patrol's Chasing Car. Good but still quite depressing.
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Old 27-02-2015, 23:58
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20 Fingers ft Gillette - Short D*ck Man

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMvpP9Rq3t4

Limited lyrically and misandrist, but kind of funny.

This reached as high as #11 in the UK in 1994/1995. Surprised how it's not that well known here. It's one of those crude songs I thought most people remember.
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Old 28-02-2015, 00:01
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Old 28-02-2015, 00:09
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Another one:

Billie Piper - Girlfriend

Corny, but pop of the late 90s was so much fun. I wish she continued her music career.
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Old 28-02-2015, 00:16
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Anything by Junior Senior
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Old 28-02-2015, 07:31
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they did more then 'move your feet'?... lol.. yeah i liked that too!
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Old 28-02-2015, 18:52
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Celine Dion- Think Twice so OTT it deserves a medal but it is compelling.
Oh I love this song. You can properly diva-out to this

"Don't say what you're about to say - NO NO NO NO!'
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Old 28-02-2015, 19:06
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http://youtu.be/SD41uqFY1mM

The Pina Colada song. Its drivel but the lyrics are great and I love humming along to it.
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Old 28-02-2015, 19:50
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Kidz - Take That. It's not an awful song but I'm just not into Take That, but I can't help but like this song/slightly embarrassed.
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Old 28-02-2015, 22:25
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Spandau Ballet - both Gold and True
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Old 01-03-2015, 23:42
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Frontier psychiatrist - The Avalanches.

I love that song but would never admit to it.
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