Flathead

The Fratellis

About Flathead

"Flathead" is a song by Scottish indie band The Fratellis from their debut album, Costello Music, released on 4 March 2007; there was an EP released with the same name in the United States after it had been used in a commercial for Apple iPod. On 11 March 2007, the song entered the Official UK Singles Chart at #67 on the strength of downloads alone, despite not being released as a single in the UK, after the song was used on an iPod/iTunes TV advert. It was also featured in the trailer for Shaun the Sheep on CBBC. "Flathead" was also released as a download for the video game Rock Band. 


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Well just because she feeds me well,
And she made me talk dirty in a pink hotel
It doesn't mean she's got eyes for me,
She might just want my bones you see

Hey flathead don't you get me
She's the second-best killer that I ever have seen
They don't come much more sick than you
I could go on if you want me to

It's just so wrong so very nice
And I told you once but you killed me twice
Saw you once at the back of the club
Chewing on glass and a ticket stub

Said I heard you kicked the boy 'til he bled
And you stood and said oh my god 'til she said

Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh

Well everybody knows you're the one to call
When the girls get ugly round the back of the wall
Josephine says you got a bleeding nose
She's taking it with her wherever she goes

Hey flathead don't check me in
Well hers is a tonic and mine is a gin
They don't come much more slick than you
I'd drive your car if you asked me to

Said the boy's not right in the head
And he stood and got a kicking instead til she said

Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh

Da da-da-da-oh

And she said the boy's not right in the head
But you stood said oh my god til she said

Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh
Bada ba ba da-da-da-da-oh

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The Fratellis

The Fratellis are an indie rock band from Glasgow, Scotland. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Jon Fratelli (born John Lawler), bass guitarist Barry Fratelli (born Barry Wallace), and drummer and backing vocalist Mince Fratelli (born Gordon McRory). more »

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Written by: John Lawler

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13 facts about this song

Origin
"Flathead" is a song by Scottish indie rock band, The Fratellis. The band originated from Glasgow, Scotland and includes members Jon, Baz, and Mince Fratelli.
Album Release
The song was released in 2006 as part of the band's debut studio album, "Costello Music."
Chart Performance
"Flathead" performed notably well on music charts globally. In 2007, it ranked number 67 on the UK Singles Chart and number 16 on the Scottish Singles Chart.
Musical Genre
The song embodies an indie rock vibe, characterized by energetic guitar riffs and catchy hooks. This aligns with The Fratellis' overall musical aesthetic.
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"Flathead" gained substantial commercial recognition in the United States through its use in an iPod commercial by tech giant, Apple.
US Billboard Peak
In the US, the song reached its highest peak at number 28 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
Music Video
The vibrant and whimsical music video for "Flathead"- featuring a roaming parade and a romantic subplot - contributed significantly to the song's popularity.
Live Performances
The energy and enthusiasm exhibited during The Fratellis' live performances of "Flathead" reinforced the song's enduring appeal among fans and concert attendees.
Lyrics and Composition
The song's lyrics confront themes of love and wildness, coupled with a dynamic musical composition that incorporates elements of punk and blues.
Recognition
"Flathead" is considered one of The Fratellis' biggest hits and remains a fan-favorite to this date. This song has helped cement the band's status in the indie music scene.
Licensing
The song has been licensed for use in TV shows, movies, and video games like "Hot Fuzz," "Run Fat Boy Run," and the video game "Madden NFL 08.”
Cover Versions
"Flathead" has been covered by several artists, reflecting its influence and popularity within the music industry.
Song Length
The full album version of the song is 3:17 minutes in length.

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