Secret Agent Man

Johnny Rivers

About Secret Agent Man

"Secret Agent Man" is a song written by P. F. Sloan and Steve Barri. The most famous recording of the song was made by Johnny Rivers for the opening titles of the American broadcast of the British spy series Danger Man, which aired in the U. S. as Secret Agent from 1964 to 1966. The song itself peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.


Year:
1992
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There's a man who leads a life of danger
To everyone he meets he stays a stranger
With every move he makes another chance he takes
Odds are he won't live to see tomorrow

Secret agent man, secret agent man
They've given you a number, I know they've take away your name

Beware of pretty faces that you find
A pretty face can hide an evil mind
Ah, be careful what you say
Or you'll give yourself away
Odds are you won't live to see tomorrow

Secret agent man, secret agent man
They've given you a number, I know they've take away your name

Secret agent man, secret agent man
They've given you a number, oh they've taken away your name

Swingin' on the Riviera one day
And then layin' in the Bombay alley next day
Oh, don't you let you let the wrong word slip
While kissing persuasive lips
Odds are you won't live to see tomorrow

Secret agent man, secret agent man
They've given you a number, oh they've take away your name

Secret agent man

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Johnny Rivers

Johnny Rivers (born John Henry Ramistella, November 7, 1942, New York City) is an American rock and roll singer, songwriter, guitarist, and record producer. His styles include folk songs, blues, and revivals of old-time rock 'n' roll songs and some original material. Rivers's greatest success came in the mid- to late-1960s with a string of hit songs (including the #1 hit "Poor Side of Town", "Summer Rain", and "Secret Agent Man"), but he has continued to record and perform to the present. more »

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Written by: Phil Sloan, Steve Barri

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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12 facts about this song

Creation
"Secret Agent Man" is a popular song that was written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri and performed by Johnny Rivers.
Inspiration
The song's inspiration comes from a British action-adventure television series, 'Danger Man,' which was retitled 'Secret Agent' for its American airing.
Theme Song
It served as the opening theme song for the American broadcast of the 'Secret Agent' series, from which its title derives.
Release and Chart Performance
The song was released in 1966, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Cash Box Top 100 charts.
Award
'Secret Agent Man' won Johnny Rivers a BMI Award.
Signature Song
Over time, this song became Rivers' signature song, one that he often performed during concerts.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics tell a story from the perspective of a secret agent who lives a life of danger and uncertainty, frequently changing his identity.
TV Performance
Johnny Rivers first performed the song live in an episode of the Dick Clark-hosted 'Where the Action Is' TV show.
Covers
Numerous artists have licensed or covered the song, including Mel Tormé, Devo, and Agent Orange.
Cultural Impact
The tune has appeared in various films, television shows, and commercials, including in 'Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls,' 'Bowfinger,' and 'Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery.'
Live Versions
Rivers released two live versions of the song. The first one was on the 1966 album "Johnny Rivers Live at the Whisky à Go Go," and the second one was on the 1998 album "Johnny Rivers: Last Boogie in Paris."
Record Label
"Secret Agent Man" was released through the Imperial Records label.

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