The Real Me
The Who
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I went back to the doctor To get another shrink. I sit and tell him about my weekend, But he never betrays what he thinks. Can you see the real me, doctor? I went back to my mother I said, "I'm crazy ma, help me." She said, "I know how it feels son, Cause it runs in the family." Can you see the real me, mother? The cracks between the paving stones Look like rivers of flowing veins. Strange people who know me Peeping from behind every window pane. The girl I used to love Lives in this yellow house. Yesterday she passed me by, She doesn't want to know me now. Can you see the real me, can you? I ended up with the preacher, Full of lies and hate, I seemed to scare him a little So he showed me to the golden gate. Can you see the real me preacher? Can you see the real me doctor? Can you see the real me mother? Can you see the real me?
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Written by: Peter Dennis Blandford Townshend
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
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11 facts about this song
Song's Origin"The Real Me" is originally from "The Who Sell Out" which was "The Who's" third studio album released in 1967. However, "The Real Me" later went on to play a major role in Pete Townshend’s more comprehensive and ambitious project.
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John Entwistle's RoleIt is primarily a John Entwistle composition. Entwistle was incredibly talented in handling all the chaotic elements within The Who, and his bass line lays down the groundwork for the song "The Real Me".
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John Entwistle's ContributionEntwistle reportedly played all the brass instruments featured in the original recording of "The Real Me" showing his varied musical abilities.
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Unique Bass LineThe bass line for "The Real Me" is widely acknowledged as one of the most complex and difficult in rock music as it uses a "lead" bass style. It has been hailed for its musical complexity and is considered a high point in rock bass performance.
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Rock Opera InclusionThe song is also featured in The Who’s rock opera album ‘Quadrophenia’ released in 1973. It is used to introduce the character of Jimmy, the lead character in the narrative.
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Pete Townshend's AcknowledgmentPete Townshend has recognized John Entwistle’s bass work in "The Real Me" as the best he’s ever heard.
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Song's LyricsLyrically, "The Real Me" is about a young man struggling with his identity, going to a doctor, a priest, and his mother in search of answers.
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Movie Adaptation"The Real Me" was also adapted for the 1979 film 'Quadrophenia', which was based on The Who's rock opera of the same name.
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Live PerformancesDespite its complexity, "The Real Me" was often performed live by The Who, and is included in several of their concert films.
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Song's Reception"The Real Me" has been considered as one of The Who's best songs, with praise aimed towards its thought-provoking lyrics and the band's energetic performance, especially Entwistle's bass work.
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Musical InfluenceEntwistle's playing on "The Real Me" influenced many later bassists and has been frequently cited as an example of the potential of the electric bass for soloistic use in rock music.
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