European Female

The Stranglers

About European Female

"European Female" is a single by the British band The Stranglers, released in 1982. It is taken from the album Feline where it features under its full title "The European Female (In Celebration Of)". The track features bassist Jean-Jacques Burnel on lead vocals. The single was the Stranglers first for Epic Records. It reached number nine in the UK Singles Chart, where it spent six weeks.


Year:
1988
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I knew she was a feline
She moved with ease and grace
Her green eyes, they held mystery
No emotion on her face

The European female she's here

She speaks her, lips are kissing
The air around her face
I don't always understand her
I love her air and grace

The European female she's here

The European female's here
We'll be together for a thousand years
And do you really fear
That you might fall?

I saw her in the Strasse
And in the Rue as well
Pursued her in the high street
She had me in her spell

The European female she's here

The European female's here
We'll be together for a thousand years
And do you really fear
That you might fall?

The European female's here
We'll be together for a thousand years
And do you really fear
That you might fall?

The European female's here
We'll be together for a thousand years
And do you really fear
That you might fall?

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The Stranglers

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Written by: DAVID GREENFIELD, BRIAN JOHN DUFFY, JEAN JACQUES BURNEL, HUGH ALAN CORNWELL

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"European Female" was created by The Stranglers, an iconic British punk band known for their controversial lyrics and moody compositions.
Album Information
The song is part of the band’s 1982 album known as "Feline." This was their seventh studio album, demonstrating their unique mix of punk, new wave, and pop influences.
Chart Performance
"European Female" is one of The Stranglers' most successful tracks, reaching number 9 in the UK Singles Chart in early 1983.
Band Integration
The song marked a significant development in The Stranglers’ sound as it integrated a more electronic style with their punk roots.
Song Details
The "European Female" song has a run time of 3 minutes and 32 seconds and is noted for its brooding, atmospheric synths and bass work.
Genre
It deviated from the conventional punk sound and leaned more into a new wave style, provoking mixed reactions from fans.
Music Video
The music video for "European Female" was shot in black and white, enhancing its moody and atmospheric aura.
Track List
"European Female" is the third track on the 'Feline' album, following 'Midnight Summer Dream' and preceding 'Let's Celebrate'.
Different Versions
In addition to the album version, there's an "In Camera Obscura" version of "European Female". As part of a 12" single, this version has a different arrangement and a longer duration.
Lyric Interpretation
The lyrics of "European Female" are somewhat cryptic but are often interpreted as a love song or an ode to an enigmatic European woman.

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