Alex Chilton
The Replacements
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If he was from Venus, would he feed us with a spoon? If he was from Mars, wouldn't that be cool? Standing right on campus, would he stamp us in a file? Hangin' down in Memphis all the while. Children by the million sing for Alex Chilton when he comes 'round They sing "I'm in love. What's that song? I'm in love with that song." Cerebral rape and pillage in a village of his choice. Invisible man who can sing in a visible voice. Feeling like a hundred bucks, exchanging good lucks face to face. Checkin' his stash by the trash at St. Mark's place. Children by the million sing for Alex Chilton when he comes 'round They sing "I'm in love. What's that song? I'm in love with that song." I never travel far, without a little Big Star Runnin' 'round the house, Mickey Mouse and the Tarot cards. Falling asleep with a flop pop video on. If he was from Venus, would he meet us on the moon? If he died in Memphis, then that'd be cool, babe. Children by the million sing for Alex Chilton when he comes 'round They sing "I'm in love. What's that song? I'm in love with that song." "I'm in love. What's that song? I'm in love with that song."
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Written by: CHRIS MARS, PAUL WESTERBERG, TOMMY STINSON
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12 facts about this song
Release year"Alex Chilton" was released in 1987 as part of The Replacements' studio album "Pleased to Meet Me."
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InspirationThe song is a tribute to pilot-turned-rocker Alex Chilton who was a member of the influential 70s pop band, Big Star.
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Genre"Alex Chilton" incorporates elements of alternative rock and power pop, reflecting the musical style of the band Big Star.
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Album success"Pleased to Meet Me," which contains "Alex Chilton," is considered one of The Replacements' best albums, despite not being commercially successful.
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Musical compositionA defining feature of "Alex Chilton" is its catchy hooks and anthemic chorus, which is reflective of Chilton's impact on power pop as a genre.
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Live TributeThe band often played "Alex Chilton" in their live shows and would pay homage to Alex Chilton, who died in 2010.
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Lyrical ContentThe Replacements wrote the lyrics to praise Chilton as an unsung hero of rock, with lines like “I never travel far, without a little Big Star.”
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Music VideoDespite the band’s previous aversion to making music videos, they made an exception for "Alex Chilton." The video was shot at CBGB, an iconic New York punk rock club.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often cite "Alex Chilton" as a highlight of "Pleased to Meet Me"; many note the song's infectious melody and poignant lyrics.
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Cultural Impact"Alex Chilton" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, affirming its status as an iconic alternative rock anthem.
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LegacyRolling Stone magazine named "Alex Chilton" as one of The Replacements' 10 greatest songs, demonstrating the track's enduring appeal.
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ProductionThe song and the rest of the album was produced by Jim Dickinson, who has also worked with Alex Chilton in the past.
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