KIRK OLSEN: Dog Songs

Kirk Olsen

Dog Songs

© 2002 Kirk Olsen (634479126048)

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Songs about dogs written from both a dog's point of view and a dog lover's. The musical style's on this CD are as diverse as the dogs in the songs.

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Hello dog lover. I guess you found me by Googling “songs about dogs” online. My name is Kirk Olsen and I love dogs. I’m not going to pretend to be someone else writing a review of this music and talking about myself in the third person. It may sound boastful but I think my songs are pretty good. I tried to get inside my dogs’ heads and imagine what they would say if they could talk. In fact the first dog song I wrote was “If My Dog Could Talk”. I was living with my dog, Murphy, in a cramped apartment, in New York city. I was playing my guitar, probably working on a song I never finished, when I noticed Murphy had as sad a look on his face as a dog can have. I was pretty sure if he could talk he would say “Please, please, stop singing, put down that guitar, and let’s go outside and play.” So I wrote a song about it. Eventually I wrote eleven more songs inspired by Murphy, his pal Buster, and other dogs I have met along the way. I am very proud of these songs. I think they speak the truth about the most wonderful animal on the planet. I am forever amazed at the unconditional love, dedication, enthusiasm, and joy our canine companions give us. And as a wise man once said “I wish I were half the man my dog thinks I am.” I could go on and on but, even now, as I write this, I’m thinking I should get off my butt, grab a tennis ball, and go play fetch with my dog. Before I go I‘d like to thank all the people that have taken the time to write the wonderful reviews below, and to thank my wife, Lucy, for her love and support of this project, and, most of all, to thank Murphy and Buster who live on in my heart and are still the stars of this album as they float around in that blue raft on their album cover. Sincerely, Kirk Olsen www.dogsongs.net

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  • dog songs/kirk olsen
    author: marina richards

    My entire family and all my friends are wild about this CD. It is so much fun and really showcases Kirk's talents. I could not choose a favorite from the CD as they are all my favorites!

  • Dog Songs
    author: Debra Brown

    I made a movie from photographs of my dog and used the song American Dog (www.wnstatusboard.com)(rylee). The song is adorable! Everyone that sees that movie just loves that song! Thanks, Debra Brown

  • Great Music for Doggie Weddings
    author: Rick Shorrock

    I got a CD from Kirk after I videotaped a dog wedding in an "over 50" community. I did a Google search for dog songs and came to Kirk's site and ordered the CD and got permission from Kirk to use two songs, "The Dog Across the Street" and "It's a Dog's Life" in the body of the wedding video. Well the wedding video was a hit, thanks to Kirk's music. The whole CD was great! I particularly liked how he went into a Talking Heads riff at the end of "It's a Dog's Life" when he says "Well, I got me some food, and I got me a comfortable chair...I JUST CHEWED THE STUFFING OUT OF IT"! Hilarious! Every dog lover should get a copy for Christmas. Wonderful job, Kirk!

  • Wonderful Music and Words
    author: Alan Zimmer

    Two weeks ago we had to send our faithful companion Rommel, our 14-1/2 year old German Shepard, to doggy heaven. This music will be put on a DVD slide show with all of Rommel's pictures (almost 700 of them) as a remembrance of him for us and all our children and grandchildren.

  • Great beat and words. Choose this CD for a parade.
    author: Doggone Beautiful Grooming Studio

    Man's best friend. The artist chose of words, can be related closely to any animal lovers heart. I play this CD in the studio while grooming dogs, the customers are always remarking, "who is singing this song?" Keep on writing more tunes, good luck oh Molly, Buddy and Buster are my most popular grooming customers. Zorro and Chance are my least common.

  • Great CD to use for dog rescue groups holding fundraising events
    author: Karen AZRESCUE, Phoenix, Arizona

    I was looking for "dog songs" to play at our dog and cat rescue group events. (AZRESCUE). We are holding our 3rd Annual Bowl-A-Rama in August and are putting together fund-raising events to raise the much needed money for our cat and dog care. Thank you Kirk for your witty lyrics, great sense of humor and wonderful voice.

  • This CD is just plain FUN!
    author: Diana

    I was looking for a dog song or two to play at the annual picnic for our organization of theray dogs who visit hospitals & nursing homes. I couldn't believe my ears when I heard all the great songs on this CD! They are SO MUCH FUN! Love the lyrics, and the music makes everyone want to get up and dance - both humans and dogs! We who love our dogs love Kirk's Dog Songs!

  • Entertaining all the way through!
    author: Natalie

    Every song on this CD was fun and entertaining. I had written a humorous 10-minute play about dogs and needed to find some music to open the performances. This was perfect; I had a difficult time deciding which song to use because there were so many that were wonderful. Even now that the play is over, we're still listening to the songs and singing along.

  • Perfect!
    author: Connie

    My Dad found a little dog in 1991. The were best buds for many years. My dad passed away in 2000 and the little guy then became my Mom's little buddy. Now he is gone too, and I wanted to do a slide show for her. But I couldn't find the right music, til I found this CD. Perfect in every way, from someone who just "gets it". She just loves it. Thank you.

  • It was just what I was looking for.
    author: Suzette

    I will soon need to do a presentation at my place of employment on the pet therapy program that I am helping to develop. I plan to use this CD during pre-presentation, and breaks, etc. I love the songs and am sure that the other adults will find them amusing, too. It was just what I was looking for.

  • author: Terry Serviss

    I love this CD; the words, music and his voice

  • Absolutly Fabulous ! Great music ( Jimmy Buffet style) makes you want to dance. And the words are hysterical ! Crazy about Americasn Dog, The Dog Next Door, Riki Tiki, and The Dog Beach Boogie ( check out the video on that one !)Plan to use this CD at a Dog People Party we're giving at the SPCA. Including Cocktails, a Dog Parade, a Dog Show Dinner, and NOW maybe a Dance !!All with dog theme decorations. Pet attendants available for 4 legged friends. Can't wait. Thanks Kirk for adding to our Shaggy Chic Affair with your fabulous CD.

  • Woofingly Wonderful!
    author: Tina

    We just got a new Ford Expedition. So we packed up our five rescued aussies and went on a trip--with this CD in the player. They barked! They howled.... and, they hardly whined for potty breaks!!! Thank you, this is a delightful CD for man & beast, alike. Tina in South Florida

  • This CD is awesome!
    author: 2nd Chance Animal Shelter

    This CD is awesome! We will use it at our fundraising events, as well as just to play and have fun listening to. I can't believe there was something so perfect for our needs out there. We absolutely love the happy and upbeat songs. Dogs rule, and so does this CD!

  • absolutely charming and fun and wonderful...
    author: kris johnson

    This CD made us all smile .. and want to learn the lyrics so we can all sing along. I work with a rescue organization, Second Chance Pets, and we will use it during fund raisers as background as well as the primo Musical Sit music! We love these songs .. the dogs love this CD!

  • I LOVE this CD. Every song is a winner.
    author: Debbie Edwards

    I love every song on here. It really it a feel good CD especially for dog lovers alike. Only wish I had known about it sooner. Hope there will be more songs and CD out soon for dogs. It is honestly one of my favorites of all time. Worth every penny and then some.

  • Fun music
    author: Dave Rychart

    Me and my hound dog Azul listen to it on the way to work and it makes us happy and grateful that we have each other.

  • Most wonderful cd we have ever experienced!!
    author: Barbara & Rescue Golden Chenanne

    Thank you for the most wonderful cd we have ever experienced: Kirk Olsen's Dog Songs. The songs are magical, canine fun, and fabulous. A must for dogs and dog lovers!!! Specially those who love to dance.

  • Wonderful CD!!
    author: Sarah

    This CD is a very nice sounding CD. It is very fun to listen to also. We ordered it to play at my daughter's "dog" themed birthday party and we also listen to it alot in the car. I would recommend this CD! Very nice!

  • Dogs live this CD!
    author: Logan

    My name iz Logan and I am a DOG. I LOVE this CD! My mom bot it fur me and we do the Dog Beach Boogie together. Thank you Kirk!

  • Doggone great!!!!!
    author: Melinda Barnard

    Everytime I meet another dog lover I end up giving them this CD. It is joyful, funny and sad, and it always makes me feel like I just hugged my dogs...when you go to the beach you can always tell who can do the dog beach boogie!

  • author: David Christian Hamblin

    Fabulous CD! Olsen gives us a powerful performance with amazing catchy tunes...A perfect stocking stuffer!.....I have been a fan of Kirk Olsen's for ten years....it is so great to see him ride this fantastic wave of success! Everyone should own this CD! LOVE every song! David Christian Hamblin www.fabulousandgay.com

  • Just What I Was Looking For
    author: Sharron Moore

    My Yorkshire Terrier and I are taking FreeStyle Dance (yes doggie dancing). I have been looking for the perfect song for a routine - I Wanta Be A Circus Dog fits the bill. Lindsey is little and also does lots of circus tricks so thank you for putting this CD together. The entire CD is fun and uplifting and nicely done.

  • Lots of fun
    author: Deb

    Lots of fun!! My daughter asked for a CD of dog songs and i couldn't believe it actually exists. We thoroughly enjoy it! Thanks for putting this together.

  • Makes me smile
    author: Melissa

    I bought this CD to play in my dog daycare. It's a GREAT addition! Just makes you smile.

  • Wonderfully entertaining!
    author: Brenda

    I love dogs and these songs are so entertaining for me. There are so many lyrics in them that are true to life when living with dogs. This CD was a joy to find.

  • I love this cd.
    author: Lynne

    This is a great cd for dog lovers or just about everyone. I believe that the songs truly catch the essence of dogs. They are funny and oh so true about dogs. Any one who has ever loved a dog will love this CD.

  • Joyful, beautifully produced, very musical -- a real treat!
    author: Christopher Kent

    This is a great CD, even if you don't have a dog! The music is lovely, the production is first-class, and the lyrics are in turns funny, insightful and heart-warming. (Check out the video at Kirk's website!) If you love a dog (and even if you don't), you'll be glad you bought this album!

  • Great!
    author: Joan Lyon

    As expected, this CD was great! Been going to order in the past, but didn't want to use PayPal.....this is much better way to purchase....thanks

  • We Love Dogs and Songs About Dogs
    author: Sterling and Paul Kent

    We like to play this CD in the car with the windows open and real loud. We also try to bring our dog Sophie. We hope we don't cause an accident because we have a habit of singing along with Kirk with lots of body motion.

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