Driving In My Car

Madness

About Driving In My Car

"Driving in My Car" is a stand-alone single by Madness. It was released on 24 July 1982 and spent eight weeks on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number four. It reached number 20 on the Australian Singles Chart. The B-side to the single was "Animal Farm", a mostly instrumental reworking of the song "Tomorrow's Dream". The 12" release of the single included the song "Riding on My Bike", which is basically a rewording of the main track, sung by Lee Thompson. "Driving in My Car" was the 13th in a run of 20 consecutive UK top 20 hits for Madness, and is the only one of those 20 never to have been officially released on a Madness album in the USA. It was later included on the 2010 re-release of the band's 1982 album The Rise and Fall, as well as its two B-sides. 


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I've been driving in my car, it's not quite a Jaguar
I bought it in Primrose Hill from a bloke from Brazil
It was made in fifty-nine in a factory by the Tyne
It says Morris on the door, the G.P.O. owned it before
I drive in it for my job, the governor calls me a slob
But I don't really care, give me some gas and the open air

It's a bit old but it's mine, I mend it in my spare time
Just last week I changed the oil, the rocker valves and the coil
Just last week I changed the oil
Last week it went round the clock, I also had a little knock
I dented somebody's fender, he learnt not to park on a bender, ha ha ha

I've been driving in my car, it don't look much but I've been far
I drive up to Muswell Hill, I've even been to Selsey Bill
I drove along the A45, I had her up to 58
This copper stopped me the other day, you're mistaken what could I say
The tyres were a little worn, they were O.K., I could have sworn
I like driving in my car, I'm satisfied I've got this far

I like driving in my car, it don't look much but I've been far
I like driving in my car, even with a flat tyre
I like driving in my car, it's not quite a Jaguar
I like driving in my car, I'm satisfied I've got this far

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Madness are an English ska band from Camden Town, London, that formed in 1976. One of the most prominent bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s 2 Tone ska revival, they continue to perform with their most recognised line-up of seven members. more »

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Written by: CATHAL JOSEPH SMYTH, CHRISTOPHER JOHN FOREMAN, DANIEL MARK WOODGATE, GRAHAM MCPHERSON, LEE JAY THOMPSON, MARK WILLIAM BEDFORD, MICHAEL BARSON

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11 facts about this song

Album and Release
"Driving in my Car" is a song by British band Madness. It was released as a stand-alone single on July 24, 1982, instead of being included on any of their studio albums.
Chart Performance
The song did exceptionally well on the charts. It peaked at number 4 in the UK Singles Chart, maintaining Madness' streak of top 10 hits in 1981-1982.
Song Production
"Driving in my Car" was produced by Clive Langer and Alan Winstanley, notable producers who worked with various artists like Elvis Costello, Morrissey, and David Bowie.
Video Feature
The music video for "Driving in my Car" showcases the band in and around a 1959-model Morris Minor. It conveys a trip around their hometown, London.
Compilation
Despite not being attached to an album at the time of release, "Driving in my Car" is featured in various Madness compilation albums including Divine Madness, Total Madness, and Madness.
B-Sides Feature
The song's B-side was a cover of "Animal Farm (Tomorrow's Dream)". This track wound up being included on the twelve-inch version of "Driving in my Car".
Inspiration
Lyrically, the song is inspired by member Graham McPherson's (better known as Suggs) first car, a second-hand, restored Morris Minor convertible.
Re-release Feature
In 2010, the track was re-released as part of a 'driving' album and incorporated into a musical, "Our House", based on Madness songs.
Band's Legacy
Madness is one of the most prominent bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s 2 Tone ska revival in the UK, and "Driving in my Car" is often considered one of their signature songs.
Resemblance
The track's resemblance to the music of the 1950s and 1960s reflects Madness' appreciation for retro styles, helping them to carve out their unique niche in the music industry.
Live Performances
"Driving in my Car" has been performed at many of Madness’ concerts and live performances throughout their career, cementing its place as a fan favorite.

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