50ft Queenie
PJ Harvey
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Hey I'm one big queen No one can stop me Red light, red green Sat back, I'm watchin' I'm number one Second to no one No sweat I'm clean Nothin' can touch me I'll tell you my name F-U-C-K Fifty foot queenie Force ten hurricane Biggest woman I could have ten sons Ten Gods Ten queens Ten foot and risin' Hey I'm the king of the world You ought to hear my song Ah come on measure me I'm twenty inches long Glory glory Lay it all on me Fifty foot Queenie Fifty and rising You can bend over Cassanova No sweat I'm clean Nothing can stop me Hey I'm the king of the world You better to hear my song You come on measure me I'm twenty inches long Hey I'm king of the world (Fifty foot queenie) You ought to hear my song (Fifty foot queenie) You come on measure me (Fifty foot queenie) I'm thirty inches long (Fifty foot queenie) Hey I'm king of the world (Fifty foot queenie) You ought to hear my song (Fifty foot queenie) You come on measure me (Fifty foot queenie) I'm forty inches long (Fifty foot queenie) Hey I'm king of the world (Fifty foot queenie) You ought to hear my song (Fifty foot queenie) You come on measure me (Fifty foot queenie) I'm fifty inches long (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie) (Fifty foot queenie)
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Written by: POLLY HARVEY
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11 facts about this song
Genre"50ft Queenie" is a song from the rock genre by English singer-songwriter PJ Harvey. It's a blend of punk rock and art rock, demonstrating Harvey's eclectic musical style.
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Album debutThe song first appeared in the singer's second studio album called "Rid of Me," released in May 1993.
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ProductionRenowned producer Steve Albini, known for his work with Nirvana and Pixies, produced the album.
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Chart performance"50ft Queenie" was PJ Harvey's first song to reach the UK Singles Chart. It peaked at number 27 in 1993.
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Meaning behind the songPJ Harvey has described "50ft Queenie" as a boastful, arrogant song. It depicts a female protagonist who is confident and strong.
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Single formatThe track was released both as a 7" and CD single. The 7" version of the single contained just one B-side, "Reeling," while the CD version contained two, "Reeling" and "Man-Size."
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Music videoThe music video for "50ft Queenie" was directed by Maria Mochnacz, a frequent collaborator of PJ Harvey's.
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Live performances"50ft Queenie" is a regular part of Harvey's live performances. Notable renditions include her performance at the 1993 Reading Festival.
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AcclaimThe album "Rid of Me" was widely praised, with "50ft Queenie" often singled out for its intense energy and Harvey's powerful vocals.
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InfluencePJ Harvey has been frequently cited as an influence on many other artists. "50ft Queenie" is often highlighted as an example of her unique fusion of rock and punk.
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Movie appearanceThe song was featured in a key scene in "This is England," a 2006 British drama film.
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