Femme Fatale

The Velvet Underground

About Femme Fatale

"Femme Fatale" is a song by American rock band the Velvet Underground from their 1967 debut album The Velvet Underground & Nico, with lead vocals by Nico.


Year:
1974
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Here she comes, you better watch your step
She's going to break your heart in two, it's true
It's not hard to realize
Just look into her false colored eyes
She builds you up to just put you down, what a clown

'Cause everybody knows
(She's a femme fatale)
The things she does to please
(She's a femme fatale)
She's just a little tease
(She's a femme fatale)
See the way she walks
Hear the way she talks

You're put down in her book
You're number thirty seven, have a look
She's going to smile to make you frown, what a clown
Little boy, she's from the street
Before you start, you're already beat
She's going to play you for a fool, yes it's true

'Cause everybody knows
(She's a femme fatale)
The things she does to please
(She's a femme fatale)
She's just a little tease
(She's a femme fatale)
See the way she walks
Hear the way she talks

'Cause everybody knows
(She's a femme fatale)
The things she does to please
(She's a femme fatale)
She's just a little tease
(She's a femme fatale)
Ooh ooh oh
(She's a femme fatale)
Ooh ooh oh

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The Velvet Underground

The Velvet Underground was an American rock band formed in New York City. First active from 1964 to 1973, their best-known members were Lou Reed and John Cale, who both went on to find success as solo artists. Although experiencing little commercial success while together, the band is often cited by many critics as one of the most important and influential groups of the 1960s. An often-repeated statement, made by Brian Eno in a 1982 interview, is that while the first Velvet Underground album may have sold only 30,000 copies in its early years, "everyone who bought one of those 30,000 copies started a band." more »

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Written by: Lou Reed

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11 facts about this song

Band Inception
The Velvet Underground was an American rock band formed in 1964. The band members were vocalist and songwriter Lou Reed, multi-instrumentalist John Cale, guitarist Sterling Morrison, and drummer Maureen Tucker. Nico was a German singer who collaborated with the band for their debut album "The Velvet Underground & Nico".
Song Origin
"Femme Fatale" is a song by The Velvet Underground from their debut album. The song was written by Lou Reed for the band's vocalist Nico.
Album Producer
The Velvet Underground's debut album was produced by artist Andy Warhol, marking a pivotal moment in the fusion of music and visual art.
Nico's Hint
Nico's deep, husky vocal captured the essence of the "femme fatale" perfectly, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the song.
Song Meaning
The song 'Femme Fatale' is about an alluring woman who is irresistible yet dangerously seductive. It's an archetype often seen in literature and films.
Track Placement
"Femme Fatale" is the fourth track on the album "The Velvet Underground & Nico" that was released in 1967.
Reception&Legacy
The album received widespread critical acclaim and has been cited as one of the most influential albums in the history of rock music, with "Femme Fatale" being one of its standout tracks.
Cover Versions
"Femme Fatale" has been covered by many artists. Some of the popular covers include ones by Big Star, R.E.M., and Elisa.
Documentary Inclusion
The song was featured in the documentary "Andy Warhol: A Documentary Film."
Influence on Other Bands
The Velvet Underground's sound has influenced a number of alternative rock bands and artists who have covered "Femme Fatale," proving the song's enduring appeal.
Live Performances
The Velvet Underground and Nico performed "Femme Fatale" live for the first time at the Factory, Andy Warhol's legendary New York studio and gathering place.

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