Painter Man

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About Painter Man

Painter Man is a song by the English rock band The Creation. Their 1966 single was the group's second, and most successful. Guitarist Eddie Phillips used a violin bow, a technique later made popular by Jimmy Page. The single was a minor hit in the UK but was far more successful in mainland Europe where the band had a string of successes."Painter Man" was later covered in 1979 by pop group Boney M. and reached number 10 in the UK Singles Chart. The song was included on their 1978 album Nightflight to Venus and had been released in mainland Europe as the double A-side "Rasputin"/"Painter Man" in 1978. In the UK the song was, however, given A-side status and also released as a 12" single in clear red and clear yellow vinyl. The song was also covered by British post-punk band The Television Personalities, appearing on their 1982 album They Could Have Been Bigger than the Beatles. 


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Went to college, studied arts
To be an artist make a start
Studied hard, gettin' my degree
But no one seemed to notice me

Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man
Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man

Tried cartoons and comic books
Dirty postcards could have done
Here was where the money laid
Classic art has had it's day

Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man
Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man

Did adverts for T.V.
Household shops and brands of tea
Labels all around the cans
Who want to be a painter man

Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man
Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man

La, la, la, la, la, la,
La, la, la, la, la, la, la,
Painter man, painter man
Who want to be a painter man

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Boney M.

"Boney M." began as a Euro-Caribbean vocal group created by German record producer Frank Farian. Originally based in West Germany, the four original members of the group's official line-up were Liz Mitchell (lead singer) and Marcia Barrett from Jamaica, Maizie Williams from Montserrat and Bobby Farrell from Aruba. The group was formed in 1975 and achieved popularity during the disco era of the late 1970s. The group's catalogue has sold more than 150 million albums and singles worldwide with most sales in the UK and Germany. After celebrating Boney M.'s 10th anniversary in early 1986, the group officially disbanded, splitting into two groups with an original member in each, both bearing the 'Boney M' name. The male lead, Bobby Farrell, appeared as da… more »

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Written by: EDWIN PHILLIPS, KENNETH PICKETT

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Painter Man" by Boney M falls under the categories of disco, pop, and reggae. This song combines elements from all these genres to create its unique sound.
Release Date
This song was released in the year 1979, as part of Boney M's fourth studio album, "Oceans of Fantasy".
Original Artists
Even though Boney M. popularized "Painter Man", they were not the original artists. The song was initially performed by an English rock band called "The Creation" in 1966.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Painter Man" charted highly in several countries. In particular, it reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart in March 1979.
Contribution of Frank Farian
The producer of "Painter Man" was Frank Farian, a German record producer and songwriter, who is well-known as the mastermind behind the successful group, Boney M.
Radio-airplay Success
Despite not being released as a single in many territories, "Painter Man" gained significant radio play and became popular worldwide.
Lyrical Themes
The song's lyrics tell the story of an unrecognized artist who struggles to sell his work. This theme resonated with many listeners, contributing to the song's popularity.
Use in Film
"Painter Man" has been heard in a few movies and television shows, expanding its reach beyond just radio and club play.
Unique Singing Style
Boney M. was known for their captivating performances, and "Painter Man" featured a particularly spirited vocal performance that differed significantly from the original version by The Creation.
Cover Versions
Apart from Boney M., several other artists have also covered "Painter Man", attesting to the enduring popularity of the song.

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