Dirty Water
The Standells
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I'm gonna tell you a story I'm gonna tell you about my town I'm gonna tell you a big fat story, baby Aw, it's all about my town Yeah, down by the river Down by the banks of the river Charles (Aw, that's what's happenin' baby) That's where you'll find me Along with lovers, muggers, and thieves (Aw, but they're cool people) Well I love that dirty water Oh, Boston, you're my home (Oh, you're the number one place) Frustrated women (I mean they're frustrated) Have to be in by twelve o'clock (oh, that's a shame) But I'm wishin' and a-hopin', oh That just once those doors weren't locked (I like to save time for my baby to walk around) Well I love that dirty water Oh, Boston, you're my home (oh, yeah) Because I love that dirty water Oh, Boston, you're my home (oh, yeah) Well, I love that dirty water (I love it, baby) I love that dirty water (I love Boston) I love that dirty water (Have you heard about the strangler?) I love that dirty water (I'm the man, I'm the man) I love that dirty water (Ow) I love that dirty water (Come on, come on)
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Dirty Water" is an iconic song by the American rock band The Standells released in 1966.
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Song InspirationThe song is written by the band’s producer, Ed Cobb. Its inspiration came after Cobb's experience with mugging in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Chart Performance"Dirty Water" peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and continues to be popular, despite not reaching the top 10.
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Cultural ReferenceThis song has become synonymous with the city due to its lyrics "love that dirty water, Boston you’re my home."
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Sports ConnectionIt is traditionally played after every home victory by the Boston Red Sox and Boston Bruins, cementing its status in Boston's sports and cultural scene.
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Album"Dirty Water" is the title track to the Standells' most successful album, which reached No. 52 in the Billboard album charts in 1966.
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In MoviesThe song has been used in a number of films and TV shows, including "Fever Pitch" and "The Simpsons."
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Cover VersionsThe song "Dirty Water" has been covered by a number of artists over the years, signaling its enduring popularity. Some notable covers include versions by The Inmates, The Dropkick Murphys, and Bruce Springsteen.
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Wrong AssumptionDespite its heavy association with Boston, none of the original members of The Standells were from the city. This includes the songwriter Cobb, who was actually from Hawaii.
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Enduring LegacyOver half a century since its release, "Dirty Water" remains a staple in American pop culture, especially within Boston, where it is considered the city's unofficial anthem.
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