No Money Down
Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley
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As I was motivatin' Back in town I saw a Cadillac sign Sayin' "No Money Down" So I eased on my brakes And I pulled in the drive Gunned my motor twice Then I walked inside Dealer came to me Said "Trade in you Ford And I'll put you in a car That'll eat up the road Just tell me what you want And then sign on that line And I'll have it brought down to you In a hour's time" I'm gonna get me a car And I'll be headed on down the road Then I won't have to worry About that broken down, raggedy Ford Well Mister I want a yellow convertible Four door de Ville With a Continental spare And a wide chrome wheel I want power steering And power brakes I want a powerful motor With a jet off take I want air condition I want automatic heat And I want a full Murphy bed In my back seat I want short wave radio I want TV and a phone You know I gotta talk to my baby When I'm ridin' alone" Yes I'm gonna get that car And I'm gonna head on down the road Yeah, then I won't have to worry About that broken down, raggedy Ford I want four carburetors And two straight exhausts I'm burnin' aviation fuel No matter what the cost I want railroad air horns And a military spark And I want a five year guarantee On everything I got I want ten dollar deductible I want twenty dollar notes I want thirty thousand liability That's all she wrote I got me a car And I'm headed on down the road No money down I don't have to worry About that broken down, raggedy Ford
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"No Money Down" is an iconic rock song that was originally written and performed by Chuck Berry. The song was one of Berry's first hits, showcasing his unique approach to R&B.
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Cover VersionBlues legend Bo Diddley, known for his "shave and a haircut" rhythm, performed a cover version of "No Money Down". It wasn't just a direct cover, but he added his own twist to the song, reflecting his distinctive style.
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Release YearChuck Berry’s original version of "No Money Down" was released in 1955; and was included in his debut album "After School Session" in 1957. Bo Diddley's cover version of the song, included in his album "The London Bo Diddley Sessions", was released in 1973.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song "No Money Down" outline the extravagant desires of a man making a deal to purchase a Cadillac; wanting everything over the top without any intentions of a down payment.
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Chart PerformanceThe song went on to be a big hit for Berry, peaking at number eight on the US Billboard R&B chart. It however did not chart for Bo Diddley when he released his cover version in 1973.
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Influence"No Money Down" is considered as one of many Berry songs that influenced subsequent rock music. Legendary artist such as The Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen have cited Berry, and songs like "No Money Down" as major influences on their own work.
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LegacyToday, "No Money Down" is seen as a cornerstone of Rock ‘n’ Roll history. It remains one of Berry's most popular and often covered songs, solidifying its place as a classic in music history.
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Genre List"No Money Down" falls under genres such as Rhythm and Blues (R&B), Rock ‘n’ Roll, and Blues. The song has been performed many times by artists across various genres, showing its wide appeal.
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Album Sales"After School Session", the album containing "No Money Down" gathered great commercial success and is considered one of Berry's most successful albums.
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Live performanceEven though "No Money Down" is not as widely recognized as Chuck Berry's other hits like "Johnny B. Goode" or "Maybellene," it was still a mainstay in his live performances.
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