I Didn't Mean It
Status Quo
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When you say those words, those three little words You're in at the deep end Give up the night times, give up the high times Give up the weekend Give up the chance to be your own man Let the feeling take over The only way out is to lie if you can But you don't have the knack And you'll go crawling back, saying I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to say what I said when I said I didn't mean it I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to say what I said it was only a game I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to tell you in so many words, I didn't mean it I felt tied down, my pride down That I put that lie down The prize now for you is me Well I was like you and all I could do was Give up and surrender The people can trace what they did in my face But they're just pretenders They told me mercenary action today Is a line as simple and pure But what if you found you made a mistake The medicine's worse than the cure And you'll be back for sure, saying I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to say what I said when I said I didn't mean it I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to say what I said it was only a game I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to tell you in so many words, I didn't mean it I felt tied down, my pride down That I put that lie down The prize now for you is me Give up the chance to be your own man Let the feeling take over The only way out is to lie if you can But you don't have the knack And you'll go crawling back, saying I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to say what I said when I said I didn't mean it I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to say what I said it was only a game I didn't mean it, I didn't mean it I didn't mean to tell you in so many words, I didn't mean it I felt tied down, my pride down That I put that lie down The prize now for you is me
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12 facts about this song
Band History"I Didn’t Mean It" is a song by the English rock band Status Quo. The band formed in 1962 and is known for its brand of boogie rock.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released as the first single from their twenty-first studio album "Thirsty Work" in 1994.
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Album Release"Thirsty Work" is the band's twenty-first studio album released on 24 February 1994.
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Song Written"I Didn’t Mean It" was written by band member John David who is known for his songwriting skills.
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Song Chart SuccessThe song "I Didn't Mean It" reached number 21 in the UK Singles Chart making it a notable success for the band in the mid-'90s.
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Music VideoThe song evolved into a parody as its music video included the band members messing around and performing slapstick comedy.
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Song GenreThe song "I Didn't Mean It" showcases Status Quo's significant shift in style from their traditional boogie rock to more of a mainstream pop-rock sound.
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Live PerformancesStatus Quo has frequently included "I Didn’t Mean It" in their live performances displaying its popularity among fans.
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Other ReleasesIn 2006, the song "I Didn't Mean It" was included in the 2-disc compilation "The Essential Status Quo".
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Song ReviewThe song showcases Francis Rossi's effective vocal range combined with Rick Parfitt's trademark rythym guitar giving it a distinctive Status Quo's flavor.
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Band Line UpDuring the recording of "I Didn't Mean It", the band consisted of Francis Rossi, Rick Parfitt, Andrew Bown, John Edwards, and Jeff Rich.
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Download Availability"I Didn't Mean It" is readily available for streaming and download on various major platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
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