Down Town
Petula Clark
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When you're alone and life is making you lonely You can always go - downtown When you've got worries, all the noise and the hurry Seems to help, I know - downtown Just listen to the music of the traffic in the city Linger on the sidewalk where the neon signs are pretty How can you lose? The lights are much brighter there You can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares So go downtown, things'll be great when you're Downtown - no finer place, for sure Downtown - everything's waiting for you Don't hang around and let your problems surround you There are movie shows - downtown Maybe you know some little places to go to Where they never close - downtown Just listen to the rhythm of a gentle bossa nova You'll be dancing with him too before the night is over Happy again The lights are much brighter there You can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares So go downtown, where all the lights are bright Downtown - waiting for you tonight Downtown - you're gonna be all right now ------ instrumental break ------ And you may find somebody kind to help and understand you Someone who is just like you and needs a gentle hand to Guide them along So maybe I'll see you there We can forget all our troubles, forget all our cares So go downtown, things'll be great when you're Downtown - don't wait a minute for Downtown - everything's waiting for you Downtown, downtown, downtown, downtown ...
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Artist Background"Down Town" is performed by British singer and actress, Petula Clark. She began her career at the age of 9 during World War II, and went on to become one of the most successful British female solo artists in the history.
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Historical ContextThe song was released in 1964, during a period of immense political and social change worldwide and also when British pop and rock music began to take on momentum in international markets, now known as the British Invasion.
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Chart Performance"Down Town" was Petula Clark's first hit single in the United States, and also reached Number 1 in the UK Singles Chart. Not only UK and USA, it hit number 1 in Canada, and Australia too.
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Song Origin"Down Town" was written by Tony Hatch, who was inspired to write the song after his first visit to New York City, which was bustling with activity and intriguing characters.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics evoke a sense of escapism, communicating the message that going downtown is a remedy for loneliness and sadness.
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Cultural ImpactDue to its significant success, it established Petula Clark's career as an international star and started Tony Hatch's successful songwriting career.
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Cover versionsThere have been numerous cover versions of "Down Town" by artists from various music genres, including Dolly Parton, Emma Bunton from the Spice Girls, and even a version in Japanese by The Peanuts.
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Awards and RecognitionThe song won the 1965 Grammy Award for "Best Rock & Roll Recording" and was also nominated for "Best Female Vocal Performance".
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Song Influence"Down Town" is recognized for having a dynamic orchestral arrangement, influential for pop music productions in the '60s.
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Music VideoThe original music video reflects the '1960s British pop culture' with its stylish presentation.
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