About the song
If I Said You Have a Beautiful Body is a playful and suggestive country song by the Bellamy Brothers, released in 1979. This catchy tune became an instant hit, topping the country charts and solidifying the duo’s status as one of the most popular country music acts of the era.
The song’s title, a playful twist on a famous Groucho Marx quote, sets the tone for a lighthearted and flirtatious encounter. David Bellamy, who penned the lyrics, explained that he was inspired by watching episodes of You Bet Your Life, where Marx would often use this line to tease attractive female contestants. The double entendre and playful delivery made it a perfect candidate for a country song.
Beyond its catchy title and memorable chorus, If I Said You Have a Beautiful Body is a well-crafted country song that showcases the Bellamy Brothers’ musical talents. The song’s upbeat tempo and smooth harmonies create a feel-good atmosphere, making it a perfect choice for dancing and enjoying good company.
The song’s success can be attributed to its clever lyrics, infectious melody, and the Bellamy Brothers’ charismatic delivery. It became a crossover hit, reaching the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying the duo’s status as one of the most versatile country acts of their generation.
Even today, If I Said You Have a Beautiful Body remains a beloved country classic. Its playful and suggestive lyrics, combined with its catchy melody, continue to resonate with audiences of all ages.
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Lyrics
If I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
If I swore you were an angel
Would you treat me like the devil tonight?
If I was dying of thirst
Would your flowing love come quench me?
If I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
Now we could talk all night about the weather
Could tell you ’bout my friends out on the coast
I could ask a lot of crazy questions
Or ask you what I really wanna know
If I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
If I swore you were an angel
Would you treat me like the devil tonight?
If I was dying of thirst
Would your flowing love come quench me?
If I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
Now rain can fall so soft against a window
Sun can shine so bright up in the sky
But daddy always told me, “Don’t make small talk”
He said, “Come on out and say what’s on your mind”
So if I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
If I swore you were an angel
Would you treat me like the devil tonight?
If I was dying of thirst
Would your flowing love come quench me
If I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
If I said you have a beautiful body
Would you hold it against me?
If I swore you were an angel
Would you treat me like the devil tonight?