The Heater
The Mutton Birds
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Frank bought a heater An the elements were made of wire and clay He reached out to touch and he heard a voice say And he heard it say "Come on and plug me in I want to feel that heat begin Don't move till the morning comes And you can fly up to the sun So come on and plug me in Plug me in Plug me in" Frank liked his heater His electric heater Upstairs alone with the elements He dreamed of gold and frankincense (Frank, frank, frankincense) And he heard it say "Come on and plug me in I want to feel that heat begin Come close and listen while I sing I won't melt your precious wings So come on and plug me in Plug me in Plug me in" "Come on and plug me in I want to feel that heat begin Although my body is rusting through I have carried this song for you... It's from the Sphinx and the Serpent too So plug me in"
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Written by: ALAN GREGG, DAVID LONG, DONALD MCGLASHAN, ROSS BURGE
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"The Mutton Birds" is a band originating from New Zealand. The band was formed by Don McGlashan and Ross Burge in 1991.
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Song Release"The Heater" is one of The Mutton Birds' most popular songs. It was released in 1994 as a part of the band's second studio album, "Salty".
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Song WritingThe lyrics and music of "The Heater" were written by the band's lead vocalist Don McGlashan.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "The Heater" took a spot in the top 20 of the New Zealand Singles Chart, proving the song's popularity in the band's native country.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "The Heater" are said to reference various aspects of modern living, with a particular emphasis on urban isolation.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Heater" involves the band performing in a giant heater, visually linking the song's title with the video's backdrop.
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Critical ReceptionThe song "The Heater" along with the band's album "Salty" was praised for its unique songwriting and engaging melodies. The album received a nomination for Album of the Year at the New Zealand Music Awards.
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Band DisbandmentThe Mutton Birds eventually disbanded in 2002, but their songs, including "The Heater", continue to be appreciated by fans of alternative rock music.
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Band InfluenceThe Mutton Birds are widely acknowledged as one of the important bands to have come out of New Zealand in the 1990s, with "The Heater" being one of their most well-known songs.
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Song Rerelease"The Heater" was rereleased as part of The Mutton Birds' greatest hits compilation "Flock: The Best of The Mutton Birds" in 2002. It underlines the popularity and lasting appeal of the song.
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