Burlesque

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About Burlesque

"Burlesque" is a song and single written by Roger Chapman and John Whitney and performed by British group, Family. It was first released in 1972. It entered the UK singles chart in September, reaching number 13 and stayed for twelve weeks on the chart.


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Rolling and tumbling ain't done me no harm
Gonna boogie my night all away
Rita and Greta been twisting my arm into
Heading out west
Down to the Burlesque
Saving my ace through to you

Well, drinking and sinking, I'm feeling alright
Right down to my snakey spat shoes
Just about shutdown and three in the night
Because I'm heading out west
Down to the Burlesque
Show 'em a moon at the door

We got to show the Burlesque

Rolling, tumbling
Sure ain't done me no harm
Drinking, sinking
Just been too bad on my arm

Well I finally lost Rita and Greta went home
I guess that leaves just me and you
Been kinda sneaky to get you alone
Oh but you in that dress
Destination Burlesque
I got all my cards in one shoe

I got all my cards in one

Rolling, tumbling
Sure ain't done me no harm
Drinking, sinking
Just been too bad on my arm

Well I finally lost Rita and Greta went home
I guess that leaves just me and you
Been kinda sneaky to get you alone
Oh but you in that dress
Destination Burlesque
I got all my cards in one shoe

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Family

In human context, a family (from Latin: familia) is a group of people affiliated by consanguinity, affinity, or co-residence. In most societies it is the principal institution for the socialization of children. Anthropologists most generally classify family organization as matrilocal (a mother and her children); conjugal (a wife, husband, and children, also called nuclear family); and consanguinal (also called an extended family) in which parents and children co-reside with other members of one parent's family. more »

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Written by: JOHN RICHARD WHITNEY, ROGER MAXWELL CHAPMAN

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General Information
"Burlesque" is a song by British progressive rock band Family.
Songs Release
It was released in 1972 as a single and included on their album "Bandstand".
Chart Performance
The song was one of their biggest hits, reaching No. 13 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album Success
Their "Bandstand" album, which holds the "Burlesque" song, is considered one of the band's most popular and successful works. It peaked at No. 15 on the UK Albums Chart.
Genre
Family was known for their unique fusion of rock, folk, jazz, and blues genres, and "Burlesque" is an excellent example of this style.
Songwriting
The song was written by the band's frontman Roger Chapman and guitarist John "Charlie" Whitney. The pair composed most of the band's material.
Notable Performances
In live shows, "Burlesque" was often paired with the song "The Rocking R's", and this medley became a fan favorite.
Lyrics Interpretation
The song's lyrics haven't been specifically explained by the band, but many fans interpret them as a critique of show business.
Legacy
Even decades after its release, "Burlesque" remains popular and is frequently played on classic rock radio stations.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered the song "Burlesque" in their performances, showing its lasting impact on the music scene.

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