And a Bang on the Ear
The Waterboys
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Lindsay was my first love She was in my class I would have loved to take her out But I was too shy to ask The fullness of my feeling Was never made clear But I send her my love And a bang on the ear Nora was my girl When I first was in a group I can still see her to this day Stirring chicken soup Now she's living in Australia Working for an auctioneer But I send her my love And a bang on the ear Deborah broke my heart And I the willing fool I fell for her one summer On the road to Liverpool I thought it was forever But it was over within the year (oh dear) But I send her my love And a bang on the ear The home I made with Bella Became a house of pain We weathered it together Bound by a ball and chain It started up in Fife It ended up in tears But I send her my love And a bang on the ear Krista was a rover From Canada she hailed We crossed swords in San Francisco We both lived to tell the tale I don't know now where she is Oh, but if I had her here I'd give her my love And a bang on the ear So my woman of the hearth fire Harbor of my soul I watch you lightly sleeping I sense the dream that does unfold...like gold You to me are treasure You to me are dear So I'll give you my love And a bang on the ear
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Artist Background"And a Bang on the Ear" is a song by The Waterboys, a folk rock band formed in the United Kingdom in 1983. The band is famous for their blend of Celtic folk music with rock and roll elements.
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Album ReleaseThis track comes from the band's third studio release, "Fisherman's Blues", which was released in October 1988.
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GenreThe song falls under the genres of folk rock and Celtic, featuring the rich traditional influences that define The Waterboys' distinctive sound.
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Song Construction"And a Bang on the Ear" is a long, narrative song composed of separate verses dedicated to different women that lead singer Mike Scott had relationships with.
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Song TitleThe song title "And a Bang on the Ear" is a Scottish phrase which means a kiss on the cheek.
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DurationIt has a length of 9 minutes and 14 seconds, making it one of the band's longest tracks.
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Music VideoIt was issued as a single in a considerably truncated and re-arranged version, and a music video was shot and released to promote the single.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its length, "And a Bang on the Ear" was fairly successful on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 51.
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In Popular CultureThe band played this song at several major festivals and live performances over the years, earning it recognition as a fan-favorite.
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Album's SuccessFisherman's Blues, the album that hosts the song, is considered one of The Waterboys' most accomplished works and was well-received by critics and fans alike.
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