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Trouble in Paradise by Randy Newman

Trouble in Paradise

by Randy Newman

Released: January 17, 1983

Americana, rock, pop, R&B, soul, comedy music, film score

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The Album

"Trouble in Paradise" is the seventh studio album by American musician Randy Newman, released in 1983. The album features the well-known track "I Love L.A." and includes the first single, "The Blues," a duet with Paul Simon. Another notable song, "Same Girl," addresses themes of addiction, specifically focusing on a woman addicted to heroin.

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Newman supported the album by touring and performing…

Newman supported the album by touring and performing shows with the Roches.

Additionally, a cover version of "Real Emotional Girl"…

Additionally, a cover version of "Real Emotional Girl" from the album appears on Canadian singer Patricia O'Callaghan's 2001 album, Real Emotional Girl.

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"Trouble in Paradise" is the seventh studio album by American musician Randy Newman, released in 1983. The album features the well-known track "I Love L.A." and includes the first single, "The Blues," a duet with Paul Simon. Another notable song, "Same Girl," addresses themes of addiction, specifically focusing on a woman addicted to heroin. Newman supported the album by touring and performing shows with the Roches.

Additionally, a cover version of "Real Emotional Girl" from the album appears on Canadian singer Patricia O'Callaghan's 2001 album, Real Emotional Girl.

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