Boys in Town

The Divinyls

About Boys in Town

"Boys in Town" is the debut single by Australian rock band Divinyls, released in 1981. The song was written in 1979 and was used on the soundtrack of the 1982 film Monkey Grip, along with several other Divinyls tracks written and recorded for the film, including the single's b-side "Only You". "Boys in Town" was also included on the international version of the Divinyls 1983 debut studio album, Desperate. The song became a success in Australia, entering the singles chart top ten and peaking at number eight. In January 2018, as part of Triple M's "Ozzest 100", the 'most Australian' songs of all time, "Boys in Town" was ranked number 83. 


Year:
1996
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I am through with hanging around
With all the boys in town
Now I want a man around
Get me out of here

I am a just red brassiere to all the boys in town
Put this bus in top gear get me out of here

I must have been desperate I must have been pretty low
I must have been desperate I must have been pretty low

I was always driving home all the boys in town
But they never telephoned get me out of here
I think they're pretty phony
You're not like the rest
You've heard of matrimony
They've all flunked the test

I must have been desperate I must of been pretty low
I must have been desperate I must have been pretty slow

Oh I'm tired oh I'm wired
Oh I'm tired, oh I'm wired ahhh

Too much too young, too much too young
Too much too young, too much too young
Get me out of here, get me out of here
Get me out of here, get me out of here
Get me out of here, get me out of here
Get me out of here

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The Divinyls

Divinyls () were an Australian rock band that were formed in Sydney in 1980. The band primarily consisted of vocalist Chrissy Amphlett and guitarist Mark McEntee. Amphlett garnered widespread attention for performing on stage in a school uniform and fishnet stockings, and she often used an illuminated neon tube as a prop for displaying aggression towards both band members and the audience. Originally a five-piece, the band underwent numerous line-up changes, with Amphlett and McEntee remaining as core members, before its dissolution in 1996.In May 2001, the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA), as part of its 75th-anniversary celebrations, named "Science Fiction" as one of the Top 30 Australian songs of all time. The band was inducted into the Aus… more »

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Written by: Christina Amphlett, Mark Christopher Mc Entee, Jeremy Paul

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12 facts about this song

Release History
"Boys in Town" was the debut single by Australian rock band The Divinyls, released in 1981.
Movie Association
The song featured on the soundtrack of the Australian film "Monkey Grip" and was associated with the band's breakthrough into the music mainstream.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Boys in Town" peaked at #8 on the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart.
Band Member Contribution
The song was written by lead singer Chrissy Amphlett and lead guitarist Mark McEntee, highlighting their strong creative partnership.
Song Theme
"Boys in Town" mirrors the film "Monkey Grip's" themes of casual drug use and discordant relationships. It's a visceral, rebellious ode to girl power and disillusionment with boys' behaviors.
Music Video
The music video, featuring a raw and passionate performance by Amphlett, served to reinforce her controversial yet compelling image as a female rocker.
Award Nominations
"Boys in Town" earned a nomination for Best Pop Performance at the 1981 Countdown Music Awards.
Legacy
Despite its dated music video and lyrics with explicit adult themes, "Boys in Town" is still considered a classic Australian rock anthem and is often included in 'best of' lists for Australian music.
Cover Versions
There have been several cover versions of the song, most notably by Australian soul singer Deni Hines in 1996 and punk band Dallas Frasca in 2009.
Vinyl Release
The song was also released on a limited edition pink vinyl, which has since become a collector's item among fans.
Posthumous Recognition
After Amphlett's death in 2013, "Boys in Town" has often been cited in tributes and retrospectives of her career, acknowledging her impact on the Australian music scene.
B-Side
The B-side of "Boys in Town" was a song called "Only You", which didn't gain as much recognition but remained a fan favorite in live performances.

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