The Dean and I
10cc
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Hum drum days And a hum drum ways Hey kids, let me tell you how I met your mom We were dancin' and romancin' at the senior Prom It was no infatuation But a gradual graduation From a boy to a man Let me tell you while I can The soda pop came free Hey sis, one kiss, and I was heaven bound Now who would have guessed Milton's paradise lost could be found But in the eyes of the Dean, his daughter Was doin' what she shouldn'a oughta But a man's gotta do What a man's gotta do The consequence should be Church bells, three swells The Dean, his daughter and me They were dating in the park They were smooching in the dark Of a doorway for two She whispered "I love you Ooh, you know I never felt this way before Ooh, you know the elevator in my heart Has gone awol, awol, awol, awol" And then I kissed her And when I kissed her It's a wonderful world When you're rolling in kisses Now, the paint is peeling (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Now, and when the chips are down (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Now, you kinda lose all feeling (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Now, your head goes round and round (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Round and round and round and round and round I'm throwing myself off this train Hum drum days And a hum drum ways Hum drum days, he's got Hum drum ways, oh boy Hey, you know I'm really earning now My ship came in with a cargo of dollars My name's lit up on the prow It's a wonderful world When you're rolling in dollars Now!
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Written by: LOL CREME, KEVIN GODLEY
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15 facts about this song
Song Classification"The Dean and I" is a pop rock song by English band 10cc.
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Album InformationIt is included as the third track of their debut studio album "10cc", released in 1973.
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Chart PerformanceThe single reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart, making it the band's first Top 10 hit in the UK.
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Composition and LyricismThe song was written by the band members Kevin Godley and Lol Creme, inspired by their school days.
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BackstoryThe song title "The Dean and I" is a reference to Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin. Godley and Creme saw themselves as the Lewis and Martin of Rock and Roll.
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Song DescriptionDescribed as a "nostalgic and whimsical look back at schooldays."
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Production DetailsThe song was produced by the band 10cc along with Jonathan King who also provided additional lyrics.
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DiscographyInterestingly, despite being one of 10cc's early successful hits, "The Dean and I" was not included on their 1979 "Greatest Hits" album for some unexplained reason.
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Lyrical InterpretationThe song tells a story of a kid who became popular after the dean of his school complimented him on his tie.
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Musical ArrangementThe song includes a prominent horn section - a common feature in many 10cc songs.
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LegacyEven after decades of its release, "The Dean and I" continues to be a favorite among 10cc fans for its catchy melody and nostalgic lyrics.
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Video ConceptThe music video of "The Dean and I" is a quirky reflection of the song's lyrics, showcasing clips from early 20th century school days.
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Re-recordingsIt's also been noted that the song was re-recorded for some of the band's compilation albums.
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Personal AnecdoteThe song's writer, Kevin Godley, has shared that this song was one of his most personal and fond creations.
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Cover Versions"The Dean and I" has been covered by several artists over the years, proving its lasting appeal.
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