Devil Woman

Cliff Richard

About Devil Woman

"Devil Woman" is a 1976 single by British singer Cliff Richard from his album I'm Nearly Famous. A worldwide hit on its original release, the song saw a resurgence in popularity after appearing in the film I, Tonya (2017), as the theme for the character of LaVona Golden, played by Allison Janney. The song was written by Terry Britten and Christine Holmes (singer of the Family Dogg). The song is told from the point of a view of a man jinxed from an encounter with a stray cat with evil eyes, and his discovery that the psychic medium (a Gypsy woman) whose help he sought to break the curse was the one responsible for the curse in the first place. However, the nature of the curse is not made clear. 


Year:
2005
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I've had nothing but bad luck
Since the day I saw the cat at my door
So I came here to you, sweet lady
Answering your mystical call
Crystal ball on the table
Showing the future, the past
Same cat with them evil eyes
And I knew it was a spell she'd cast

She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you
She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you from behind

Give me the ring on your finger
Let me see the lines of your hand
I can see me a tall dark stranger
Giving you what you hadn't planned
I drank the potion she offered me
I found myself on the floor
Then I looked in those big green eyes
And I wondered what I came there for

She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you
She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you from behind.

Stay awake
Look out
If you're out on a moonlit night
Be careful of the neighborhood strays
Of a lady with long black hair
Tryin' to win you with her feminine ways
Crystal ball on the table
Showing the future, the past
Same cat with them evil eyes
You'd better get out of there fast
She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you.

She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you
She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you 

She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman
She's gonna get you
She's just a devil woman
With evil on her mind
Beware the devil woman

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Cliff Richard

Sir Cliff Richard, OBE (born Harry Rodger Webb, 14 October 1940, Lucknow, India) is a British pop singer, musician, performer, actor, and philanthropist. He is the third biggest selling singles artist of all time in the United Kingdom, with total sales of over 21 million in the UK and has reportedly sold an estimated 250 million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: CHRISTINE HODGSON, TERRY BRITTEN

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15 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Devil Woman" was released by British pop-rock singer Cliff Richard in 1976.
Billboard Status
It is Richard's first and only top 10 hit in the United States. The song reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
Record Label
The song was released under the Rocket Record Group label, which was owned by Elton John at the time.
Songwriters
"Devil Woman" was written by Terry Britten and Christine Holmes, who were also members of the band, The Tange.
Album Placement
The song is part of the album, "I'm Nearly Famous" which is considered as one of Richard's best albums.
Genre
"Devil Woman" falls under the pop rock genre with elements of country rock.
Song Context
The song narrative follows the dangerous allure of a 'devil woman', a menancing and seductive figure Richard warns others to avoid.
International Success
"Devil Woman" was a global hit for Richard, reaching top positions in charts in countries like Canada and Australia, apart from the UK and the US.
Iconic Line
The song is popular for its catchy chorus, "She's just a devil woman, with evil on her mind; Beware the devil woman, she's gonna get you."
Cover Versions
"Devil Woman" has been covered by multiple artists, including country musician Marty Robbins and rock singer Bruce Willis.
Unique Tone
The song is noted for its distinctive 'Halloween-like' tone with eerie musical elements complimenting its supernaturally-themed lyrics.
Digital Re-releases
"Devil Woman" has been re-released several times, most notably in digital re-masters of Richard's albums.
Career Boost
The song proved to be a significant boost to Richard's career, particularly in gaining recognition in the American music scene.
Grammy Nominee
"Devil Woman" was nominated for the Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 19th Annual Grammy Awards in 1977.
Longevity
The popularity and iconic status of "Devil Woman" has kept it in rotation on classic rock and oldies radio stations to this day.

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