In For a Penny
Slade
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Do you remember the night in September The two of us laid in the hay Do you remember the day in December And how we get carried away If you're in for a penny You gotta be in for a pound ooh 'Cos over and over You play me that old fashioned sound So look around Play the refrain Play it and play it and play it again Did you discover that ooh I'm a lover When we took a tumble or two Where you surprised when you tried me for size You bit off more than you could chew If you're in for a penny You gotta be in for a pound ooh 'Cos over and over You play me that old fashioned sound So look around Play the refrain Play it and play it and play it again Break Do you remember the night a surrendered You wanted to paint me in oil Do you are tender well do you remember The sleepers could hear me for miles If you're in for a penny You gotta be in for a pound 'Cos over and over You play me that old fashioned sound So look around Play the refrain Play it and play it and play it again
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Written by: JIM LEA, NEVILLE HOLDER
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Song Release Details"In for a Penny" is a song by British rock band, Slade. It was released on November 1975 as a single and as a part of the album "Nobody's Fools" which came out in 1976.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did well on the charts and peaked at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart, making it the band's 17th consecutive top 20 hits in U.K.
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Song CreditsLike all Slade songs, "In for a Penny" is written by performing artists Noddy Holder and Jim Lea.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "In for a Penny" seem to talk about a man who is caught in a relationship with a woman who likes to spend his money.
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Song StyleStylistically, the song bears resemblance to some of Slade's early tracks. It has a rock and roll sound characterized by strong melodies and well-crafted music journey.
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Song ReceptionCritics have praised the song for its strong melodies and catchy chorus. Many consider "In for a Penny" to be one of Slade's more underrated songs.
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PromotionTo promote "In for a Penny," Slade performed the track on popular UK music TV show Top of the Pops, and other music shows around Europe, which added to its success.
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Recording LocationLike most of the other songs on their album "Nobody's Fools", "In for a Penny" was also recorded in the United States, where the band was based at this point in their career.
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Cover VersionAn American singer and actor, Peter Noone, released a cover of "In for a Penny” in 1976.
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LegacyThe song's title, "In for a Penny", has now become a popular British saying meaning if you're going to take a risk on something, you might as well go all the way.
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Music VideoThe promotional video of the track showcased the band's performance in a golden room, similar to their previous singles, an attempt to give them a recognizable brand identity.
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Song Creation"In for a Penny" was written and composed by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea.
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CharacteristicsThe song is characterized by its upbeat rhythm, rock-and-roll background, and catchy lyrics, which deliver a positive message about going all in and not giving up in difficult situations.
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Album Appearance"In for a Penny" is one of the tracks featured on Slade's 1975 album, "Nobody's Fools".
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High Chart RankingsUpon its release as a single, the song reached number 11 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming one of the band's top hits and confirming their popularity among rock fans.
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Band LineupWhen "In for a Penny" was released, Slade's lineup consisted of Noddy Holder, Jim Lea, Dave Hill, and Don Powell.
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International SuccessIn addition to its UK success, the song charted in several other countries. For example, in Germany, the song reached number 27 on the Singles Chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "In for a Penny" is noteworthy for capturing a high-energy performance from the band.
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Live Performances"In for a Penny" became a regular feature during Slade’s live setlist due to its popularity and was often played at their concerts and festivals.
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Significant LyricThe lyric "In for a Penny, in for a Pound" refers to a proverb meaning if you're going to take a risk at all, you might as well make it a big risk.
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Prolific Band"In for a Penny" is just one of Slade’s successful songs. The band managed to achieve 17 consecutive Top 20 hits and six number ones on the UK Singles Chart.
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