Nothing Is Real But the Girl

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About Nothing Is Real But the Girl

"Nothing Is Real but the Girl" is a 1999 song by the American rock band Blondie. Written by the band's keyboardist Jimmy Destri, it was the second single taken from their seventh album No Exit.


Year:
1999
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Some days are all Mondays.
Sort of time on ice.
It seems like jet planes on snowed in runways under clear blue skies.
Who needs it?

Nothing is real but the girl.
Nothing is real but her.

Money goes to money in a figure eight around me.
Money.
Who's gonna love me if I liquidate and drown me?

Nothing is real but the girl.
Nothing else feels solid.

We believe in love.
We believe in little things like Heaven up above and seven.
It's a lucky number!
We believe that something lives inside every thing there is.
Don't think about it much.
I mean it.
I believe it.
I believe it.

Wind down.
Put your mind down like your missing school.
You'll teach her to find out while your dying in your living room how much you need her.

Nothing is real but the girl.
Only her eyes are solid.
Nothing is real but her.
Nothing is real but the girl.

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Blondie

Blondie is an American rock band, founded by singer Deborah Harry and guitarist Chris Stein. The band was a pioneer in the early American New Wave and punk scenes of the mid-1970s. Their first two albums contained strong elements of these genres, and although successful in the United Kingdom and Australia, Blondie was regarded as an underground band in the United States until the release of Parallel Lines in 1978. Over the next three years, the band achieved several hit singles including "Call Me", "Atomic" and "Heart of Glass" and became noted for its eclectic mix of musical styles incorporating elements of disco,pop,rap, and reggae, while retaining a basic style as a New Wave band. more »

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15 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Nothing Is Real But the Girl" is a song by "Blondie" from their seventh studio album titled "No Exit" released in 1999.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 26 on the UK Singles Chart and remains one of the group's top 30 UK hits.
International Versions
Different versions of the song were released internationally. The Australian version has different artwork while the European released a 2-part CD single version.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by band members, Jimmy Destri and Deborah Harry.
Band Reformation
The song was released after the band reformed following a 15-year breakup period, making it one of their successful comeback songs.
Music Video
The music video for "Nothing Is Real But the Girl" was directed by seasoned music video director, Roman Coppola.
Iconic Band Composition
"Blondie" is composed of iconic members including Deborah Harry on vocals, Chris Stein on guitar, Clem Burke on drums, and Jimmy Destri on keyboards.
Radio Release
"Nothing is Real But the Girl" was one of the few tracks from the "No Exit" album that received significant radio airplay.
Song Theme
The song presents a philosophical viewpoint, challenging the listener's perception of reality in a poetic and metaphorical way.
Iconic Cover Art
The cover art for the single shows the band members standing on a street with a bright yellow cab in the background. This, like many of their other cover shots, has since become an iconic image associated with the band.
Genre
The song falls under the genres of pop and rock, highlighting Blondie's diverse musical style.
Live Performances
This song, along with the other tracks of the "No Exit" album, is part of the band's live performance setlists during their tours after 1999.
Musical Style
The song is noted for its upbeat tempo and catchy hook, showcasing the band's knack for creating infectious pop anthems.
Background Vocals
Along with the main vocals from Deborah Harry, the song also features background vocals from band members and additional vocalists.
Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, with some praising its catchy lyrics and the band's sound evolution.

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