In My Chair
Status Quo
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I saw her talking, now My ears were burning Her feet started walking, now They started turning My eyes were half open But she didn't see me there We ran along, walking 'cross the roof-tops In my chair Had a car in my pocket And we started moving A man in a helmet said 'What's that you're using' My eyes were half open But we didn't see him there Put the car back in my pocket And I'm still here in my chair My teeth were laughing, now We couldn't stop smiling We danced to the Mystery Band Without even trying My eyes were half open But we didn't see them there We ran along, walking 'cross the roof-tops In my chair
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Written by: FRANCIS DOMINIC MICHAEL NICOLA ROSSI, ROBERT KEITH YOUNG
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23 facts about this song
Band Formation"In My Chair" was released by the band "Status Quo," a British rock band known for their brand of boogie rock. The band was first formed as "The Spectres" in 1962 by schoolboys Francis Rossi and Alan Lancaster.
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Release DateThis song was released on 16th October 1970 as a non-album single and is considered one of the band's first major hits.
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Chart Performance"In My Chair" reached number 21 in the UK Singles chart, which helped to further cement the band's growing popularity.
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Influential SongAlthough not one of their biggest hits, "In My Chair" played a vital role in shaping the band's future sound. It was one of the first songs where they fully embraced the boogie rock sound they would become famous for.
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Live Performances"In My Chair" remained a favorite during live performances and is included in numerous Status Quo live albums. It was one of the staples of their live set through the 70s and early 80s.
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B-side TrackThe B-side of the track was "Gerdundula," another of the band's more famous early songs. This song was written by Rossi and Young for two German fans, Gerd and Uwe, merging their names.
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Cover Versions"In My Chair" has been covered by various artists including Australian band You Am I for the tribute album 'The Power & The Passion'.
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Song LyricsThe song lyrics were written by the band's main songwriter Francis Rossi, and Bob Young, a long-time collaborator and road manager of the band.
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Musical StyleThis song is considered part of the 'hard rock' and 'rock n roll' genre, with traditional guitar riffs.
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Re-release"In My Chair" was re-released in 1980 for the album "Just Supposin'" with additional tracks.
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Commercial SuccessThe song was seen as a commercial success, boosting Status Quo's credibility as a serious rock band and propelling them further in their successful career.
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Song's Release Details"In My Chair" is a song by the English rock band Status Quo. It was released as a single in 1970.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a hit for the band and managed to climb up to the number 21 spot on the UK Singles Chart.
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Band DetailsStatus Quo are known for their brand of boogie rock. The band was formed in 1962 and achieved great success in the UK.
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Track's Origin"In My Chair" was initially a live favorite, regularly played at shows before it was even recorded.
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Recording DetailsDespite its reputation as a live favorite, the studio version of "In My Chair" was recorded during the studio sessions for the album "Ma Kelly's Greasy Spoon".
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Song's Genre"In My Chair" falls into the genre of rock, more specifically boogie-rock that came to define Status Quo's sound in the 70s.
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SongwritersThis song was penned by the band's integral members, Francis Rossi and Robert Young.
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Lyrics DetailsThe lyrics of "In My Chair" tell a vague, whimsical story, keeping in line with many of Status Quo's songwriting approaches that lean more towards amusing anecdotes rather than heavily themed stories.
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Single B-sideThe B-side of the "In My Chair" single was a song called "Gerdundula", which also became one of the band's iconic tracks, often performed live.
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Popular in Australia"In My Chair" also gained popularity in Australia where it was released with "Down The Dustpipe" as the B-side. The combination of both songs proved successful, leading both of them to be staples in Status Quo's Australian tours.
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Cover ArtThe cover of the "In My Chair" single depicts members of the band in a purple and white cartoon-style artwork. The psychedelic influences reflect the times during which the single was released.
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LegacyOver five decades since its release, "In My Chair" remains a prominent part of Status Quo's live performances, underlining its enduring appeal to the band’s fanbase.
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