I Didn't Mean It

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About I Didn't Mean It

"I Didn't Mean It" is a single released by the British Rock band Status Quo in 1994. It was included on the album Thirsty Work.


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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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Status Quo

Status Quo, also colloquially known as The Quo or just Quo, are an English rock band whose music is characterized by their distinctive brand of boogie rock. more »

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Written by: JOHN DAVID

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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.
Song Release
The song was released as the first single from their twenty-first studio album "Thirsty Work" in 1994.
Album Release
"Thirsty Work" is the band's twenty-first studio album released on 24 February 1994.
Song Written
"I Didn’t Mean It" was written by band member John David who is known for his songwriting skills.
Song Chart Success
The 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.
Music Video
The song evolved into a parody as its music video included the band members messing around and performing slapstick comedy.
Song Genre
The 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.
Live Performances
Status Quo has frequently included "I Didn’t Mean It" in their live performances displaying its popularity among fans.
Other Releases
In 2006, the song "I Didn't Mean It" was included in the 2-disc compilation "The Essential Status Quo".
Song Review
The song showcases Francis Rossi's effective vocal range combined with Rick Parfitt's trademark rythym guitar giving it a distinctive Status Quo's flavor.
Band Line Up
During the recording of "I Didn't Mean It", the band consisted of Francis Rossi, Rick Parfitt, Andrew Bown, John Edwards, and Jeff Rich.
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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