Gigolo

The Damned

About Gigolo

"Gigolo" was a single by the Damned, released 23 January 1987 on the MCA label. The single was released in a bewildering array of 7" variants - copies were pressed on standard black vinyl, green vinyl, blue vinyl, red vinyl and yellow vinyl, and the coloured versions also included a poster sleeve. "Gigolo" was substantially edited from the album version, with around two minutes of the introduction excised for single release. The introduction to the song was closely derived from the song "Gigolo Aunt" by Syd Barrett, which is also referenced in the lyric. A promotional clip directed by Gerard de Thame helped the single reach No. 29. MCA also issued the single in Australia, Germany, Italy and Spain. The B-side instrumental track "The Portrait" was used in the episode "A Womb with a View" of the television series Moonlighting. The extended version of "The Portrait" (on the 12" single) contained a sample of the Bernard Hermann-penned untitled theme song from the film Portrait of Jennie. 


Year:
1986
6:02
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Some resurrection is no conclusion
Some poor pretension but no invention
In the night they become, just what they want
One imitation just like Roger Moore
Please tell us what they say
They tell us what to do
They're only fooling me and you

You know what I ain't
You know what I ain't
I ain't no gigolo aunt
You know what I ain't
You know what I ain't
I ain't no gigolo aunt

Ten secret agents, codes and deadly tricks
The prince of darkness from the horror flicks
The spiders web of intrigue a silent scream of dread
Oh where have they gone, lost in pity and despair
Please tell us what they say
They tell us what to do
They're only fooling me and you

You know what I ain't
You know what I ain't
I ain't no gigolo aunt
You know what I ain't
You know what I ain't
I ain't no gigolo aunt

She stands there on the stair
Nobody cares we know he's there
She's making coffee for two
Who does he fool
It's me and you
Please tell us what they say
They tell us what to do
They're only fooling me and you

You know what I ain't
You know what I ain't
I ain't no gigolo aunt

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The Damned

The Damned are an English rock band formed in London in 1976. They were the first punk rock band from the United Kingdom to release a single ("New Rose"), an album (Damned Damned Damned), to have a record on the UK music charts, and to tour the United States. The Damned later evolved into one of the forerunners of the gothic genre. more »

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Written by: BRYN MERRICK, CHRISTOPHER JOHN MILLAR, DAVID VANIAN, ROMAN JUG

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Historical Context
"Gigolo" is a single released by the British punk rock band "The Damned". It was released in the mid-1980s, during a significant period for punk rock music across the UK.
Album Affiliation
The song "Gigolo" is featured on "The Damned’s" album Phantasmagoria. This album is considered one of the band’s finest works and marked a shift from their early punk sound to a more gothic rock style.
Chart success
Despite its unconventional genre, "Gigolo" managed to make its way into the UK single charts in 1986, peaking at number 29.
Song Style
Unlike the band's earlier more traditional punk rock songs, "Gigolo" encompasses a mixture of punk, gothic rock and new wave music. This gave the band a broader appeal and marked their transition towards a more mainstream audience.
Visual Iconography
The music video for "Gigolo" features the band playing in an opulently decorated room with lots of gold trimmings, which was a stark departure from the band's previous grungier aesthetic.
Band's Evolution
"Gigolo" was a significant release for "The Damned" as it is seen by many fans as a notable symbol of the band's ongoing evolution from their punk roots to a more varied and dynamic musical style.
Songwriter
"Gigolo" was written by David Vanian and Roman Jugg. Vanian was "The Damned's" lead vocalist and Jugg was a multi-instrumentalist within the band.
Band Lineup
When "Gigolo" was recorded, "The Damned" consisted of lead singer Dave Vanian, guitarist and keyboard player Roman Jugg, bassist Bryn Merrick, and drummer Rat Scabies.
Cover Art
The single's cover features a painting by the artist Joe Coleman, a frequent collaborator with "The Damned”. It depicts a cartoonish, surrealistic scene that reflects the song's dynamic and unusual style.
Contemporary Reception
On its release, "Gigolo" received a mixed reception. Some found the band’s new direction to be exciting and fresh, while others criticized it for straying too far from their unruly punk origins. Over time, however, "Gigolo" has come to be seen as a classic track from "The Damned's" discography.

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