Gudbuy T'Jane

Slade

About Gudbuy T'Jane

"Gudbuy T'Jane" is a song by the British rock band Slade, released in 1972 as the second single from their third studio album Slayed?. It was written by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea, and produced by Chas Chandler. It reached No. 2 in the UK, remaining in the charts for thirteen weeks. The song was certified UK Silver by BPI in 1973. In the United States, the song reached No. 68. It was also included on the band's 1973 compilation album Sladest.


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2006
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Goodbye to Jane, goodbye to Jane
She's a dark horse see if she can
Goodbye to Jane, goodbye to Jane 
Painted up like a fancy young man
She's a queen 
Can't you see what I mean, she's a queen
See, see, she's a queen
And I know she's alright, alright, alright, alright

I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, you're so young

I said goodbye to Jane, goodbye to Jane
Get a kick from her forties tip boots
Goodbye to Jane, goodbye to Jane 
Has them made to match up to her suits
She's a queen 
Can't you see what I mean, she's a queen 
See, see, she's a queen
And I know she's alright, alright, alright, alright

I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, you're so young

I said goodbye to Jane, goodbye to Jane
Like a dark horse see how she ran
Goodbye to Jane, goodbye to Jane 
Spits on me 'cause she knows that she can
She's a queen
Can't you see what I mean, she's a queen 
See, see, see, she's a queen
And I know she's alright, alright, alright, alright

I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, you're so young
I say you're so young, she's alright, alright, alright, alright 
I say she's so young, you're so young, alright, alright
I say you're so young

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Slade

Slade are a rock band from Wolverhampton, who rose to prominence during the glam rock era of the early 1970s. With 17 consecutive Top 20 hits and six number ones, the British Hit Singles & Albums names them as the most successful British group of the 1970s based on sales of singles. They were the first act to have three singles enter at number one, and all six of the band's chart-toppers were penned by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea. Total UK sales stand at 6,520,171, and their best selling single, "Merry Xmas Everybody", has sold in excess of one million copies. more »

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Written by: James Lea, Neville Holder

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Gudbuy T'Jane" is classified under the genres of glam rock and hard rock. Glam rock is a style of rock music that gained popularity in the late 1970s, characterized by its loud and flashy fashion and theatrical performances.
Chart Performance
The song was released in November 1972 and peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Slade's biggest hits. Despite not reaching the top spot, it stayed on the charts for 14 weeks.
Album Feature
The song is featured on the band's third studio album titled "Slayed?", which was released in November 1972. The album reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart.
Record Label
"Gudbuy T'Jane" was released under the Polydor Records label in the UK and Warner Bros. Records in the U.S. These are some of the biggest record companies globally and have supported numerous successful artists.
Songwriters
The song was written by Slade members Noddy Holder and Jim Lea. The pair were responsible for writing most of Slade's songs during their successful period in the 1970s.
Lyric Inspiration
The lyrics of the song were reportedly inspired by a woman named Jane who the band met while on tour in the United States.
Live Performances
Slade were known for their energetic live performances, and "Gudbuy T'Jane" was often included in their live setlists. The band's crowd-pleasing performances of the song played a significant role in boosting its popularity.
Music Video
The music video for "Gudbuy T'Jane" features footage of Slade performing live. The video was a hit on music television channels in the UK at the time.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Gudbuy T'Jane" has been covered by multiple artists including The Metal Gurus and American punk rock band, The Dickies.
Impact on Rock Music
Despite its glam rock origins, the song was influential on the development of hard rock and heavy metal. Bands such as Kiss, Twisted Sister, and Quiet Riot have cited Slade as an influence and the song continues to be played on classic rock radio stations.

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