Poor Boy (The Greenwood)
Electric Light Orchestra
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Me I'm just a poor boy, from across the far southland, And I've traveled many days to reach this place to mke my stand, I fell in with a merry band, and drank away the hours. Rollin' on, I've been rollin' on, And my head is high, from the battle won, Laid down my life for the Greenwood The city boys, and the country boys, they come from miles around, To defy their king and country, save the poor folks from the hand, Of the thieving dukes and abbotts, and the gentry of the land. Rollin' on, I've been rollin' on, And my head is high, from the battle won, Laid down my life for the Greenwood Sweet Maid Marion, don't you do me no wrong, Stay on the right side, the Greenwood is your home, The dancing girls and the open fires, the wine that flows like water. Rollin' on, I've been rollin' on, And my head is high, from the battle won, Laid down my life for the Greenwood
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Written by: JEFF LYNNE
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11 facts about this song
Album Association"Poor Boy (The Greenwood)" is a track from the Electric Light Orchestra's seventh studio album, "Secret Messages", first released in 1983.
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Track Position"Poor Boy (The Greenwood)" is the ninth track on the album "Secret Messages".
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Genre ClassificationElectric Light Orchestra is known for their distinctive style that combines rock with classical elements, including orchestral instruments and choir sounds. "Poor Boy" fits into this genre blend.
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Lyrics OriginThe song's lyrics are influenced heavily by Elizabethan ballads and folk songs, drawing references from the past and weaving them into a rock context.
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Album VersionThe original "Secret Messages" album was intended to be a double album, but it was condensed into a single disc by their record company. "Poor Boy (The Greenwood)" is one of the 10 tracks on the single disc version.
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Song StructureIn keeping with the band's style, "Poor Boy (The Greenwood)" is richly layered with strings, synthesizers and harmonized vocal tracks to create a textured, dynamic sound.
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Vocal ArtistThe song is vocally led by Electric Light Orchestra's lead singer Jeff Lynne, who also plays the guitar.
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Band's RecognitionDespite not being one of their more well-known tracks like "Mr. Blue Sky" or "Evil Woman", "Poor Boy (The Greenwood)" is representative of the band's consistent workmanship and innovative blend of rock and classical music.
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Song DurationThe duration of "Poor Boy (The Greenwood)" is approximately 2 minutes and 36 seconds.
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Reviews ExpansionWhile not a hit single, this song continues to receive positive feedback from fans who enjoyed its distinctive sound and its mix of old-world imagery with modern rock music.
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Song ThemeIn line with its Elizabethan influences, "Poor Boy" presents itself as a melancholic tale woven around a character from the time, echoing themes of lost love and longing.
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