Strange Kind of Woman

Deep Purple

About Strange Kind of Woman

"Strange Kind of Woman" is a song by British rock band Deep Purple that was originally released as a follow-up single after "Black Night" in early 1971. The song also became a hit, peaking at No. 8 on the UK chart. The 1996 remix by Roger Glover later appeared on the re-release of the band's 1971 album Fireball, while the original version can be found on various Deep Purple compilations. Although not part of the Fireball recording sessions, "Strange Kind of Woman" was included on the US and Canadian editions of the album, in lieu of the track "Demon's Eye" on the UK edition. The B-side song, "I'm Alone", was later released on The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's as well as on the 25th anniversary reissue of Fireball. 


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There once was a woman
A strange kind of woman
The kind that gets written down in history
Her name was Nancy
Her face was nothing fancy
She left a trail of happiness and misery

I loved her
Everybody loved her
She loved everyone and gave them good return
I tried to take her
I even tried to break her
She said I ain't for takin' won't you ever learn

I want you I need you I gotta be near you
I spent my money as I took my turn
I want you I need you gotta be near you
Ooh I got a strange kind of woman

She looked like a raver
But I could never please her
On Wednesday mornings boy you can't go far
I couldn't get her
But things got better, she said
Saturday nights from now on baby you're my star

She finally said she loved me
I wed her in a hurry
No more callers and I glowed with pride
I'm dreaming
I feel like screaming
I won my woman just before she died

I want you I need you I gotta be near you
I spent my money as I took my turn
I want you I need you I gotta be near you
Ooh I had a strange kind of woman

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Deep Purple are an English rock band formed in Hertford in 1968. They are considered to be among the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock, although some band members claimed that their music cannot be categorised as belonging to any one genre. They were once listed by the Guinness Book of World Records as "the globe's loudest band", and have sold over 100 million albums worldwide, including 7.5 million certified units in the US. Deep Purple were ranked number 22 on VH1's Greatest Artists of Hard Rock programme. more »

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Written by: Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Jon Lord, Ian Paice

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10 facts about this song

Origin of Composition
"Strange Kind of Woman" is a song by British rock band Deep Purple that was originally written and composed in 1971.
Song Theme
This song was inspired by an old girlfriend of band member Ritchie Blackmore. Its lyrics depict a complex love relationship between a man and a woman.
Album Release
Although it wasn't initially included in an album, the song was later featured on the U.S. version of the band's fifth studio album, ‘Fireball.
Single Status
"Strange Kind of Woman" was released as a single in the U.K, where it reached number 8 on the pop singles chart.
Live Performances
The song was heavily performed in Deep Purple's live concerts and became one of the band's concert staples, especially appreciated for its instrumental section in which Ritchie Blackmore and Ian Gillan would often indulge in a call-and-response guitar-vocal duel.
Re-issuance
In 1996, the song was reissued as part of a double A-side single with another Deep Purple's track "Black Night", achieving the 22nd position in UK chart.
Cover Versions
"Strange Kind of Woman" has been covered by several artists, including Swedish guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen.
Unique Recording
The song was one of the few Deep Purple tracks recorded by the band as a non-album single and had a different sound, showcasing the more straightforward rock side of the band.
Iconic Guitar Opening
Many fans and music critics have described Ritchie Blackmore's opening guitar riff as one of the best in rock music.
Band Composition
At the time of recording "Strange Kind of Woman", Deep Purple's line-up consisted of Ritchie Blackmore (guitar), Jon Lord (keyboards), Roger Glover (bass), Ian Paice (drums), and Ian Gillan (vocals). Considered as the ‘classic lineup’.

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