Flowers On the Wall
The Statler Brothers
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10 facts about this song
Artist"Flowers on the Wall" was originally recorded by The Statler Brothers. In 1966, it reached number 2 on the Billboard magazine Hot Country Singles chart, and won a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary (R&R) Performance – Group (Vocal or Instrumental).
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Cover VersionA cover of the song was performed by Nancy Sinatra, best known for her 1966 hit "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'".
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SongwriterThe song was written by Lew DeWitt, a member of The Statler Brothers. It's notable for its infectious melody and witty lyrics about a man who seems to be going stir crazy.
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Iconic LyricsThe song's most famous line is "Smokin' cigarettes and watchin' Captain Kangaroo." This line has become a popular catchphrase and has been referenced in various media over the years.
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In Movies"Flowers on the Wall" was featured prominently in the 1994 Quentin Tarantino film “Pulp Fiction”, serving as the background music in the scene where Bruce Willis' character is returning to his apartment.
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AlbumThe song, performed by The Statler Brothers, is part of their debut album, "Flowers on the Wall", released in 1966.
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Chart SuccessAside from its country chart success, the song also reached number 4 on the pop charts, showing its crossover appeal.
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Nancy Sinatra VersionSinatra's version differs substantially from the original, giving it a more psychedelic and modern twist. It was included on her 1967 album, "Country, My Way".
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Grammy RecognitionIn 1966, "Flowers on the Wall" earned The Statler Brothers two Grammy Awards: Best New Country & Western Artist and Best Contemporary (R&R) Performance - Group.
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Song's Legacy"Flowers on the Wall" continues to be a celebrated classic. Sinatra's psychedelic-pop reimagining and the hit original by The Statler Brothers marked an influential period in country and pop music.
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