Private Life
Pretenders
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Your private life drama baby leave me out (repeat 3 times) J'ai les glands with your theatrics Your acting's a drag It's o.k. on TV 'cause you can turn it off But don't try me Yes your marriage is a tragedy But it's not my concern I'm very superficial I hate anything official [Chorus:] Your private life drama baby leave me out (repeat 3 times) (backup chorus) You've been lying to someone and now me Stop (repeat 3 times) Your sentimental gestures only bore me to death You've made a desperate appeal now save your breath Attachment to obligation through guilt and regret Shit that's so wet And your sex life complications are not my fascinations [Chorus] You asked me for advice I said use the door But you're still clinging to somebody you deplore And now you want to use me for emotional blackmail I just feel pity when you lie, contempt when you cry [Chorus]
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Written by: CHRISTINE HYNDE
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundGrace Jones, the singer and songwriter of "Private Life," is a Jamaican-born model, actress, and singer. She has been a notable figure in the world of fashion, art, and music.
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Song CategoryThis song falls under two genres - post-punk and new wave, both of which were very popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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Original Artist"Private Life" is actually a cover song. The original was written and performed by The Pretenders, an English-American rock band.
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Album DetailsThe song is part of Grace Jones' successful album “Warm Leatherette,” released in 1980.
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ProducerThe legendary reggae producer, Chris Blackwell, produced "Private Life."
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Chart Success"Private Life" became one of Grace Jones' biggest hits. It peaked at number 17 in the UK charts, making it her third highest-charting single in the country.
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Song LengthA noteworthy aspect of "Private Life" is its duration. The version on the album “Warm Leatherette” is over six minutes long, quite extensive compared to most modern pop songs.
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Sound ElementsThe song is noted for its heavy bass line and elements of reggae music, which tied into Jones’ Jamaican heritage.
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Notable PerformancesGrace Jones performed "Private Life" on an episode of the British music television program "Top of the Pops" in 1980. This performance helped to solidify her status as an international pop icon.
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Other CoversBesides Grace Jones, "Private Life" has been covered by several other artists, demonstrating the song's enduring popularity and influence.
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Pretender's ResponseChrissie Hynde, the lead vocalist and guitarist of The Pretenders, praised Grace Jones’ cover of "Private Life" and said that Jones did a better rendition compared to their version.
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Arrangement StyleThe song's arrangement is particularly unique, as it blends several music styles. This offbeat mixture of post-punk rock, reggae influences, and new wave sounds became a signature style for Grace Jones.
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