Ol' Rag Blues
Status Quo
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When you look into a mirror tell me what do you see? Is it Pictures of Lily crying, you know what I mean? I've been livin' high, I've been livin' low Like a bird in the sky this is the way to go What you gonna do with those faded blues you wear? What you gonna do with those ol' rag blues? What you gonna do with those ol' blue jeans you wear? Ol' rag blues, ol' rag blues, ol' rag blues Did you think it was forever? Well now you know The summer sun keeps shining, shine through the blue I've been livin' high, I've been livin' low Never give up tryin', oh no, no, no What you gonna do with those faded blues you wear? What you gonna do with those ol' rag blues? What you gonna do with those ol' blue jeans you wear? Ol' rag blues, ol' rag blues, ol' rag blues I can hear you callin' somewhere in the blue Can you hear me callin' for you? For you? What you gonna do with those ol' blue jeans you wear? Ol' rag blues, ol' rag blues, ol' rag blues
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Written by: ALAN LANCASTER, KEITH LAMB
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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9 facts about this song
Artist Information"Ol' Rag Blues" is a song by the British rock band Status Quo, which has been known for its brand of hard-driving boogie rock since its formation in 1962.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released as a part of the band’s 1983 album "Back to Back".
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Chart PerformanceIt reached number nine in the UK Singles Chart in September 1983, making it one of the band's top 10 hits.
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SongwritersStatus Quo's members - Alan Lancaster and Keith Lamb are the songwriters for "Ol' Rag Blues".
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Noteworthy InstrumentationThe song showcases typical Status Quo elements, like hard-edged guitars and driving drums, but also has a prominent piano part.
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Vocal DetailUnlike most Status Quo songs which are sung by Francis Rossi, "Ol' Rag Blues" features Alan Lancaster on lead vocals.
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Unique FeatureIt is unique for its upbeat, country-inspired sound, which diverges from the band’s usual heavy rock style.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the record label Vertigo, which is also home to other big names like Metallica and Dire Straits.
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Video AppearanceThe music video for "Ol' Rag Blues" showcases the band's enthusiastic performance, capturing their high-energy rock 'n' roll spirit.
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