Precious
Pretenders
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I like the way you cross the street 'Cause I'm precious. Moving through the Cleavland heat, How precious. You're taking nights and all the kicks: You're so precious. But you know I ain't shittin' bricks, 'cause I'm precious. He's picked at fifth and Euclid Avenue: Was real precious. Hotel, still and comin' into view. How precious. Pity that you bruised my hip, 'cause I'm precious. You shouldn't let your manners slip: You're too precious. Make me wanna - Make me wanna - Maybe make it. We were bound, bound, bound, bound to show it. We want to do it, do it, do it, do it on the pavement. Maybe, maybe I'm going to have a baby. We want to do it - do it all night. I was feeling kind of ethereal. 'Cause I'm precious. I got my eye on your imperial. You're so precious. Now, Howard the Duck and Mister Strausbow Straid: Precious. Trapped in a world that they never made. But not me, baby - I'm too precious. F**k off!
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Written by: CHRISTINE HYNDE
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10 facts about this song
Album"Precious" is the first track on the album "Pretenders" released by the band Pretenders in 1979.
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LyricsLead vocalist and songwriter Chrissie Hynde wrote the lyrics of "Precious." She takes a rebellious stance with the song's lyrics, singing about her disdain for the mainstream and declaring her independence.
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GenreThe song is generally categorized under the punk rock and new wave genre, reflecting the music style and culture of the late 70's and early 80's.
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PopularityThough it didn't become a mainstream hit, the song "Precious" is often recognized for setting the pace for the rest of the album. It gave the listeners an introduction to the band's aggressive, yet melodic brand of rock.
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Impact"Precious" was instrumental in setting the tone and image for the band. It introduced the Pretenders as a band with a powerful rock sound combined with lyrical eloquence.
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Background VocalsJames Honeyman-Scott provided backing vocals alongside Hynde.
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Music CompositionIt is notable for its catchy guitar riffs and Chrissie’s charmingly aggressive lyrics.
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Live PerformancesThe song "Precious" was also regularly performed in the band's live shows and has been included in many of their concert tours.
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Musical StyleKnown for providing a winning blend of punk aggression and pop melodies, the song encapsulates the signature sound of the Pretenders.
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British BandsAt the time of their debut album's release in 1979, the Pretenders were among a new wave of British bands making inroads in the U.S charts.
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