This Year's Girl
Elvis Costello
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See her picture in a thousand places 'cause she's this year's girl You think you all own little pieces of this year's girl Forget your fancy manners Forget your English grammar 'Cause you don't really give a damn about this year's girl Still you're hoping that she's well-spoken 'cause she's this year's girl You want her broken with her mouth wide open 'cause she's this year's girl Never knowing it's a real attraction All these promises of satisfaction While she's being bored to distraction being this year's girl Time's running out, she's not happy with the cost There'd be no doubt, only she's forgotten much more than she's lost A bright spark might corner the market in this year's girl You see yourself rolling on the carpet with this year's girl Those disco synthesizers Those daily tranquilizers Those body-building prizes Those bedroom alibis All this, but no surprises for this year's girl All this, but no surprises for this year's girl All this, but no surprises for this year's girl, yeah
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Written by: ELVIS COSTELLO
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11 facts about this song
Song Release"This Year's Girl" was released as part of Elvis Costello's second studio album, "This Year's Model," released in 1978.
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Musical TeamLike most of Costello's work, the song was recorded with his band, The Attractions. The band consisted of Steve Nieve on keyboard, Bruce Thomas on bass, and Pete Thomas on drums.
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Song CompositionCostello is the sole composer of "This Year's Girl", which highlights his prowess as a songwriter.
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Album Success"This Year's Model," the album containing "This Year's Girl," is viewed as one of Elvis Costello's most successful and critically acclaimed albums, often sighted on lists of the best albums of all time.
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Song InterpretationThe song is often interpreted as a critique of the objectification of women, particularly in the media and the entertainment industry.
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Live Performances"This Year's Girl" is regularly included in Elvis Costello's live performances and remains a fan favorite decades after its release.
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Television Appearance"This Year's Girl" was performed by Elvis Costello on Saturday Night Live (SNL) during his infamous appearance in 1977, where he stopped playing the song "Less than Zero" after a few seconds, and launched into "Radio, Radio" instead.
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New VersionIn 2018, a new version of "This Year's Girl" was recorded by Elvis Costello & The Impostors, along with singer and songwriter Natalie Bergman, for the opening credits of the TV show "The Deuce."
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Recent RecognitionDespite being more than forty years old, "This Year's Girl" has recently received renewed attention due to its use in "The Deuce," with the new version being nominated for a Grammy Award in 2019.
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Album Cover LinkThe song's theme ties well with the album cover of "This Year's Model," which features a photo of a doll-like Costello operating a camera as a commentary on the media's interaction with public figures.
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Song Influence"This Year's Girl" has influenced various artists throughout the years, contributing to Costello's status as a foundational figure in the post-punk and New Wave movements.
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