Song

It Doesn't Have to Be This Way

by The Blow Monkeys

It Doesn't Have to Be This Way is a 1987 song by The Blow Monkeys, 4:03 long. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the 'Be' Verbs song themes.

Karaoke version available

Released 1987 Length 4:03 Soul, Sophisti-Pop, Pop

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Performance tips

• Match the energy of the driving brass section
• Deliver the soulful chorus with high conviction
• Focus on the melodic rising hook

In these themes

• 🐝'Be' Verbs"Be"

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.

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