🔘 Coz I Luv You – Single: Oct. 1971

In the autumn of 1971, Slade were beginning to make a serious impact on the British charts with their stomping, singalong style. Fronted by the unmistakable gravelly voice of Noddy Holder and featuring Jim Lea’s violin, the band released “Coz I Luv You” — a powerful glam rocker with a distinctive string-driven hook and misspelled, phonetic lyrics that became their trademark.

Released on October 8, 1971, the single appeared on Polydor Records under catalogue number 2058 155. Backed with “My Life Is Natural,” this 7-inch release became Slade’s first UK No. 1 single and marked the start of their incredible run of chart-topping hits throughout the glam era.

Label: Polydor Records

Catalogue Number: 2058 155

Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Push-Out/Solid Centre)

Released: October 8, 1971 (UK)

🔘 Track List

UK 7" Single — Polydor – 2058 155 — 1971

A. Coz I Luv You

B. My Life Is Natural

Written by:

- Coz I Luv You: Noddy Holder / Jim Lea

- My Life Is Natural: Noddy Holder / Jim Lea

Produced by: Chas Chandler

Recorded: 1971

🔘 Key Highlights

• Released October 8, 1971

• Slade’s first UK No. 1 single

• Featured Jim Lea’s prominent violin riff and Noddy Holder’s raspy vocal

• Introduced the band’s playful phonetic spelling style (“Coz I Luv You”)

• Chart debut: October 16, 1971

• Peaked at No. 1 in the UK

🔘 The Story

“Coz I Luv You” was a game-changer for Slade. Built around a memorable violin hook and a stomping beat, the song combined hard rock energy with accessible pop appeal. Noddy Holder’s raw vocal and the band’s straightforward, working-class charm made it instantly relatable to a wide audience. The deliberate misspelling of the title became a Slade signature that fans loved.

The B-side “My Life Is Natural” offered a slightly more straightforward rock feel. The single shot straight to No. 1 and stayed there for four weeks, launching Slade into the upper echelons of the UK charts and setting the stage for their domination of the glam rock scene in 1972 and 1973.

🔘 Variants (UK)

• 7", 45 RPM, Push-Out Centre — Polydor – 2058 155 — UK — 1971

• 7", 45 RPM, Solid Centre — Polydor – 2058 155 — UK — 1971

• 7", 45 RPM, Demo — Polydor – 2058 155 — UK — 1971

• Issued in standard Polydor company sleeve

🔘 Chart Performance

UK — Official Singles Chart

Entered the chart on October 16, 1971, climbed rapidly and spent four weeks at No. 1. It enjoyed a total of 15 weeks on the chart.

Total Weeks: 15

🔘 Context & Notes

• A-side: “Coz I Luv You” – stomping glam rocker with violin hook and phonetic lyrics.

• B-side: “My Life Is Natural” – solid rock track providing contrast.

• Production: Chas Chandler – the former Animals bassist who helped shape Slade’s powerful sound.

• Sleeve notes: Standard Polydor company sleeve.

• Historical placement: Released at the beginning of the glam rock explosion, marking Slade’s breakthrough and the start of their long run of hits.

• Reissues / compilation appearances: Features on all major Slade greatest hits collections and glam rock compilations.

🔘 Related Material

• Get Down and Get with It (1971)

• Look Wot You Dun (1972)

• Mama Weer All Crazee Now (1972)

• Slade Alive! (1972)

🔘 Discography

Get Down and Get with It – Single: 1971

Coz I Luv You – Single: 1971

Look Wot You Dun – Single: 1972

Mama Weer All Crazee Now – Single: 1972

🔘 Mini‑Timeline

✦ 1971 — Recorded with producer Chas Chandler

✦ October 8, 1971 — UK single released

✦ October 16, 1971 — Enters UK Singles Chart

✦ October/November 1971 — Peaks at No. 1 (four weeks at the top)

✦ Early 1972 — Completes 15-week chart run

🔘 Glam Flashback

With boots stomping, violins wailing and a cheeky phonetic title, Slade stormed the charts in October 1971 with “Coz I Luv You” and kicked off one of the most successful glam rock careers of the decade.

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🔘 Sources

Primary reference sources: Polydor Records, Discogs, Official Charts Company, contemporary music-press documentation, archival references.