Domino
Van Morrison
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Don't want to discuss it I think it's time for a change You may get disgusted Start thinkin' that I'm strange In that case I'll go underground Get some heavy rest Never have to worry About what is worst and what is best (get it) Oh oh Domino (all right) Roll me over Romeo There you go Lord have mercy I said oh oh Domino Roll me over Romeo There you go Say it again I said oh oh Domino I said oh oh Domino, dig it There's no need for argument There's no argument at all And if you never hear from him That just means he didn't call or vice versa That depends on wherever you're at Or and if you never hear from me That just means I would rather not Oh oh Domino Roll me over Romeo There you go Lord have mercy I said oh oh Domino Roll me over Romeo There you go Say it again Oh oh Domino I said oh oh Domino. Hey Mr. DJ I just want to hear some rhythm and blues music On the radio On the radio On the radio Uh-uh, all right Uh-uh, all right Uh-uh, all right Uh-uh Hear the band One more time
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Written by: VAN MORRISON
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Domino" was released on October 30th, 1970, as a single from the album "His Band and the Street Choir."
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Album FeaturesThis song hails from Van Morrison's fourth studio album, "His Band and the Street Choir." This album was entirely written by Morrison and was a commercial success.
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Chart Performance"Domino" is one of Van Morrison's most successful songs, reaching no. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and no. 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Musical StyleThe song embodies a rhythmic, R&B style with a strong spiritual and gospel influence, reflecting Morrison's love for classic R&B.
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Inspiration"Domino" was inspired by the music of Fats Domino, a renowned American singer and pianist known for his rhythm and blues sound.
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Live Performances"Domino" is a standard in Morrison's live set, even decades after its release, indicating its endearing popularity.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including the likes of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, who included it in their sets during several live performances.
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Television Appearance"Domino" was featured in a season four episode of the popular TV show "The Sopranos."
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics reference themes of joy and celebration, with the cryptic style of storytelling often found in Morrison's songwriting. It also references Jackie Wilson, another famous R&B singer.
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Critical ReceptionDespite certain critics initially noting the song as too simplistic or repetitive, "Domino" has endured as one of Morrison's most beloved tracks and is often cited as a handsome example of his songwriting prowess.
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