Squeeze Box

The Who

About Squeeze Box

"Squeeze Box" is a song by The Who from their album The Who by Numbers. Written by Pete Townshend, the lyrics are couched in sexual double entendres. Unlike many of the band's other hits, the song features country-like elements, seen in Townshend's guitar finger picking. "Squeeze Box" was a commercial success, peaking at No. 10 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 16 in the US Billboard Hot 100. The song is also their only international number-one hit, reaching No. 1 in Canada, and No. 2 on the Irish singles chart. 


Year:
1988
2:40
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Mama's got a squeeze box
She wears on her chest
And when daddy comes home
He never gets no rest
'Cause she's playing all night
And the music's all right
Mama's got a squeeze box
Daddy never sleeps at night

Well the kids don't eat
And the dog can't sleep
There's no escape from the music
In the whole damn street
'Cause she's playing all night
And the music's all right
Mama's got a squeeze box
Daddy never sleeps at night

She goes in and out and in
And out and in and out and in and out
She's playing all night
And the music's all right
Mama's got a squeeze box
Daddy never sleeps at night

She goes, squeeze me, come on and squeeze me
Come on and tease me like you do
I'm so in love with you
Mama's got a squeeze box
Daddy never sleeps at night

She goes in and out and in and out
And in and out and in and out
'Cause she's playing all night
And the music's all right
Mama's got a squeeze box
Daddy never sleeps at night

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The Who

The Who are an English rock band formed in 1964 by Roger Daltrey (lead vocals, guitar, harmonica), Pete Townshend (vocals, guitar, keyboards), John Entwistle (vocals, bass) and Keith Moon, (drums, vocals). They became known for energetic live performances which often included instrument destruction. The Who have sold about 100 million records, and have charted 27 top forty singles in the United Kingdom and United States, as well as 17 top ten albums, with 18 Gold, 12 Platinum and 5 Multi-Platinum album awards in the United States alone. more »

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Written by: PETE TOWNSHEND

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11 facts about this song

Songwriter
"Squeeze Box" was written by Pete Townshend, the principal songwriter for the English rock band, The Who.
Album
The song is featured on album "The Who By Numbers," which was released in October 1975 as the group's seventh studio album.
Chart Performance
"Squeeze Box" was a commercial success, reaching number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Instrument Reference
The title "Squeeze Box" refers to an accordion or a concertina, both of which are colloquially referred to as "squeezeboxes."
Double Meaning
Townshend admitted that the song was filled with double entendre to add to its humorous tone, making it simultaneously risque and family-friendly.
Cover Versions
"Squeeze Box" has been covered by many artists like Johnny Paycheck, Boots Randolph and Tony Rice.
Live Performances
Despite its popularity, the track was rarely performed live by The Who after their 1980 tour.
Influence
Pete Townshend reportedly wrote "Squeeze Box" in an attempt to create a track that would appeal to radio station programmers and become a hit single.
TV Show
In 2016, Townshend’s personal music-publishing company mentioned that the song "Squeeze Box" would be the title of a new musical show featuring The Who’s songs.
Use in Popular Culture
The song has also been featured in several TV series, like "The Simpsons" and "Classic Albums: The Who – Who's Next." It was used in movies like "Grudge Match" and "The Conjuring 2" as well.
Music Style
"Squeeze Box" exemplifies The Who's rock style from the 70s, combining elements of folk and country music, along with their traditional rock sound.

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