Dirty City
Steve Winwood, Eric Clapton
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The gangster came to see by boy When I was working nights to pay one more bill He promised the kid a sweeter life Said, "Gotta understand it's dog eat dog out there" Well I looked in his room when I got home And underneath the covers found a loaded gun He looked at me with empty eyes He said, "It's time for me to be moving on" [Chorus] Dirty city, this is a dirty town Where's the pity, I can't move on up to higher ground I spoke to my woman the other day She said, "I need more cash we can't pay our way" She said, "Everything gets really hard And I need something sweet, don't you understand?" The roar of the train runs by my room And on these summer nights I can't sleep anymore I walk in the streets to greet the dawn Or stay at home all night and stare at the floor [Chorus: x2] Help me now Move on to a higher ground Help somehow Make a move to a higher ground Won't you help somehow Make a move to a higher ground Won't you help somehow I need a little help [Chorus]
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Written by: PETER GODWIN, PETER DOUGLAS GODWIN, STEPHEN LAWRENCE WINWOOD, STEVE WINWOOD
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"Dirty City" was released in March of 2008.
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AlbumThe song is featured on Steve Winwood's ninth studio album, "Nine Lives."
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CollaborationsThe album version of "Dirty City" features guitar work from Eric Clapton, who is a close friend and longtime collaborator of Winwood.
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Grammy-Nominated"Dirty City" was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Rock Instrumental Performance category.
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Song WritingWinwood wrote "Dirty City" along with lyricist Peter Godwin. It explores themes of societal corruption and disillusionment with urban life.
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Chart-ToppingThis song managed to climb to the top 10 on the American Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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Live PerformancesWinwood has often featured his hit "Dirty City" in various live performances and tours around the world.
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Long-Awaited CollaborationThe collaboration on "Dirty City" marked the first studio recording by Winwood and Clapton since their time together in the supergroup Blind Faith 40 years earlier.
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Music StyleThe song belongs to the genre of rock and features a fusion of blues, soul and rock.
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DurationThe full-length version of "Dirty City" is seven minutes and forty-four seconds long, which is considerable for a song.
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Reviews"Dirty City" received positive reviews from critics for its powerful lyrics and Winwood's distinct vocals.
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Notable PerformancesOne of the most memorable performances of "Dirty City" was at the Crossroads Guitar Festival in 2007, where Steve Winwood was joined on stage by Eric Clapton.
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Social CommentaryThe lyrics of "Dirty City" are considered a reflection of societal issues, making it a song with profound social commentary.
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Winwood’s SkillsAside from providing the vocals for the track, Winwood also plays the organ, effectively showcasing his instrumental skills.
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Song's PopularityDespite being released over a decade ago, "Dirty City" remains one of Steve Winwood's most popular songs to date.
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