(I Don't Want to Go To) Chelsea
Elvis Costello
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Photographs of fancy tricks to get your kicks at sixty-six He thinks of all the lips that he licks And all the girls that he's going to fix She gave a little flirt, gave herself a little cuddle But there's no place here for the mini-skirt waddle Capital punishment, she's last year's model They call her Natasha when she looks like Elsie I don't want to go to Chelsea Oh no, it does not move me Even though I've seen the movie I don't want to check your pulse I don't want nobody else I don't want to go to Chelsea Everybody's got new orders Be a nice girl and kiss the warders Now the teacher is away All the kids begin to play Men come screaming, dressed in white coats Shake you very gently by the throat One's named Gus, one's named Alfie I don't want to go to Chelsea Oh no, it does not move me Even though I've seen the movie I don't want to check your pulse I don't want nobody else I don't want to go to Chelsea Photographs of fancy tricks to get your kicks at sixty-six He thinks of all the lips that he licks And all the girls that he's going to fix She gave a little flirt, gave herself a little cuddle But there's no place here for the mini-skirt waddle Capital punishment, she's last year's model They call her Natasha when she looks like Elsie I don't want to go to Chelsea Oh no, it does not move me Even though I've seen the movie I don't want to check your pulse I don't want nobody else I don't want to go to Chelsea
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Written by: Elvis Costello
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10 facts about this song
Artist Fact"(I Don't Want To Go To) Chelsea" is a song by Elvis Costello, an English singer-songwriter renowned for his lyrics' wit and musical style that blends multiple genres.
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Album FactThe song is taken from his second album, "This Year's Model," which was released in 1978. This album is largely considered as one of Elvis's best and most influential records.
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Chart Fact"(I Don't Want To Go To) Chelsea" was a hit in the UK, peaking at number 16 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Genre FactThe song is noted for its New Wave sound, a genre that combines elements of punk rock and pop music. It showcases Costello's signature wordplay and complex song structures.
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Instrumentation FactOne of the most noticeable features of the song is its searing guitar riff, played by Costello's long-time collaborator, the Attractions guitarist Steve Nieve.
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Lyric FactThe song presents a skeptical view of the trendy London district of Chelsea, with Costello expressing his disdain with the superficial trappings of fame and success.
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Songwriting FactCostello has noted that the song was largely inspired by The Clash's "Complete Control," another song that critiques the music industry.
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Music Video FactThe music video for the song was one of the first to be directed by Paul McCartney's brother, Mike McCartney.
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Cultural Impact Fact"(I Don't Want To Go To) Chelsea" has been covered by several artists, including Dave Stewart and his band, The Spiritual Cowboys. It has also been included in numerous compilation albums for Elvis Costello.
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Legacy FactThe song continues to be a mainstay in Costello's live setlists, and it's one of his most recognizable and widely appreciated songs.
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