Tommy the Cat
Primus
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Well, I remember as it were a meal ago Said Tommy the Cat as he reeled back to clear whatever foreign matter May have nestled its way into his mighty throat Many a fat alley rat had met its demise while staring point blank down The cavernous barrel of this awesome prowling machine Truly a wonder of nature this urban predator Tommy the Cat had many a story to tell But it was a rare occasion such as this that he did She came slidin' down the alleyway like butter drippin' off a hot biscuit The aroma, the mean scent, was enough to arouse suspicion in even the Oldest of tigers that hung around the hot spot in those days The sight was beyond belief Many a head snapped for double--even triple--takes as this vivacious Feline made her her way into the delta of the alleyway where the most Virile of the young tabbies were known to hang out They hung in droves Such a multitude of masculinity could only be found in one place And that was O'Malley's Alley The air was thick with cat calls (no pun intended) But not even a muscle in her neck did twitch as she sauntered up into The heart of the alleyway She knew what she wanted She was lookin' for that stud bull She was looking for that he cat And that was me Tommy the Cat is my name and I say unto thee Say, baby, do you want to lay down with me? Say, baby, do you want to lay down by my side? Ah, baby, do you want to lay down with me? Say, baby? Say, baby?
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Written by: LES CLAYPOOL, REID L. III LALONDE, TIMOTHY W. ALEXANDER, TODD HUTH
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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12 facts about this song
General Facts"Tommy the Cat" is a song by alternative rock band Primus from their album "Sailing the Seas of Cheese," released in 1991.
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Artists CollaborationLegendary singer and voice actor, Tom Waits contributed to the track by providing the voice for the character Tommy the Cat.
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Pop CultureThis song gained popularity when it was featured in the soundtrack of the 1991 movie "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey".
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Artists InspirationBassist and vocalist Les Claypool was inspired to write "Tommy the Cat" after watching the movie "The Cat on a Hot Tin Roof."
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Music VideoThe music video of "Tommy the Cat" featured clips from the black and white silent era, portraying various cat antics.
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Song Composition“Tommy the Cat” prominently showcases Les Claypool's complex tapping, slapping, and popping bass playing techniques.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances of "Tommy the Cat", Claypool frequently adds an extensive bass solo.
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Technical AspectThe song is known for its challenging bassline, which changes time signatures frequently.
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Album SuccessThe album which features “Tommy the Cat," Sailing the Seas of Cheese, went gold shortly after its release and later went platinum in 2001.
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Character StorytellingThe song presents a narrative story revolving around the character "Tommy the Cat", who is known for his quick and smooth talking.
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Critical ReceptionCritics commended “Tommy the Cat” for being a defining example of Primus's impressive musicianship and unique blend of funk, punk, and rock influences.
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Genre ClassificationEven though Primus gets frequently sorted under the "alternative rock" or "funk metal" genre, the band has made it clear that they are not easily confined to a single category. "Tommy the Cat" is a remarkable example of this eclectic approach.
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