Josie
Steely Dan
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We're gonna break out the hats and hooters When josie comes home We're gonna rev up the motor scooters When josie comes home to stay We're gonna park in the street Sleep on the beach and make it Throw down the jam till the girls say when Lay down the law and break it When josie comes home When josie comes home So good She's the pride of the neighborhood She's the raw flame The live wire She prays like a roman With her eyes on fire, oh Jo would you love to scrapple She'll never say no Shine up the battle apple We'll shake 'em all down tonight We're gonna mix in the street Strike at the stroke of midnight Dance on the bones till the girls say when Pick up what's left by daylight When josie comes home When josie comes home So bad She's the best friend we ever had She's the raw flame The live wire She prays like a roman With her eyes on fire When josie comes home So good She's the pride of the neighborhood She's the raw flame The live wire She prays like a roman With her eyes on fire
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Written by: Donald Jay Fagen, Walter Carl Becker
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Album Information"Josie" is among the beautiful tracks featured in the "Aja" album, which is Steely Dan’s sixth studio record released in 1977. The album became particularly successful, even gaining a Grammy award.
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Lead Single Status"Josie" served as the third and last single from the "Aja" album. Although it wasn't the most commercially successful single, it gained prominence to become a favorite amongst Steely Dan's fanbase.
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Chart PerformanceThe song made it to number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, demonstrating a reasonable level of success and popularity with listeners following its release.
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CompositionSteely Dan members Walter Becker and Donald Fagen composed "Josie". Their intricate composition was famed for its complexity, sophistication, and use of jazz elements.
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Inspirational SourcesAlthough it's not definitively documented, some people believe Josie, the titular character, might have been inspired by a high school acquaintance of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker in New York suburbs.
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Jazz InfusionSteely Dan is known for their infusion of jazz elements in their music, and "Josie" is no exception. It's known for its complex chord changes that spotlight the band's jazz influences.
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Noteworthy Guitar SoloThe song features a distinctive guitar solo performed by Walter Becker. This solo is considered one of the most brilliant highlights of the song.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists, including jazz guitarist Peter White and rock band Wake Up Little Susie, have covered the song, indicating its influence and longevity in the music industry.
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Recording SessionThe song's recording process involved several renowned musicians of that era like drum veteran Jim Keltner and guitar virtuoso Larry Carlton.
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Song Theme"Josie" is about a girl who is loved and celebrated by everyone in town. The song reflects Steely Dan's penchant for depicting distinct characters and stories in their music.
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Grammy Nomination"Josie" was nominated for a Grammy, under the category of Best Arrangement for Voices, although it didn't win.
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Bass LinesChuck Rainey's bass lines in "Josie" are often admired for their intricacy and have been popular study material for many bass players.
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