The Stroke
Billy Squier
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Now everybody, have you heard, if you're in the game Then the stroke's the word Don't take no rhythm, Don't take no style Gotta thirst for killin', Grab your vial uh Put your right hand out, give a firm handshake Talk to me about that one big break Spread your ear pollution, both far and wide Keep your contributions by your side and Stroke me, stroke me Could be a winner boy you move mighty well Stroke me, stroke me (stroke) Stroke me, stroke me You got your number down Stroke me, stroke me Say you're a winner but babe, you're just a sinner now Put your left foot out, keep it all in place Work your way right into my face First you try to bet me, you make my backbone slide When you find you've bled me, slip on by, and Stroke me, stroke me Give me the reason this is all night long Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me Get yourself together boy Stroke me, stroke me Say you're a winner but man you're just a sinner now (Stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke) Better listen now Said it ain't no joke Don't let your conscience fail ya' Just do the stroke Don't ya' take no chances Keep your eye on top Do your fancy dances You can't stop you just Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke, stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke, stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke, stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) do it Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (keep on) (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me Say you're a winner but man you're just a sinner now
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"The Stroke" was released in May 1981 as a lead single from Billy Squier's album, "Don't Say No".
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Chart AchievementAmong all his works, "The Stroke" is Squier's highest-charting U.S. single, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Music Video SuccessMTV, which had just launched that year, played the music video for "The Stroke" frequently, increasing the song's popularity amongst younger audience.
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Song MeaningSquier has stated that "The Stroke" is about the music business, a fun poke at the difficult industry executives and the overall "showbiz culture."
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Album Success"Don't Say No", the album featuring "The Stroke", peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and stayed on the chart for over two years.
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Pop Culture Reference"The Stroke" has been featured in several films and TV shows like "Blades of Glory", "Smallville" and "The Blacklist".
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Cover versionsThe song has been covered by several artists including Mindless Self Indulgence, Krokus, and Eminem.
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Sampling"The Stroke" has also been sampled by notable artists including Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, and NAS, emphasizing its influence on contemporary music.
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Multi-Platinum Sales"Don't Say No" went multi-platinum, largely due to the success of "The Stroke".
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Live PerformancesSquier has often used "The Stroke" as his encore song during live performances, showing its significant impact on his career.
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Guitar HeroThe song had another surge in popularity after being included in "Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock."
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Iconic RiffThe iconic guitar riff in "The Stroke" is often recognized as a classic example of hard rock.
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