Tush
ZZ Top
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I been up, I been down Take my word, my way around I ain't askin' for much I said, Lord, take me downtown I'm just lookin' for some tush I been bad, I been good Dallas, Texas, Hollywood I ain't askin' for much I said, Lord, take me downtown I'm just lookin' for some tush Take me back way back home Not by myself, not alone I ain't askin' for much I said, Lord, take me downtown I'm just lookin' for some tush
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Written by: JOE HILL, FRANK BEARD, BILLY GIBBONS
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10 facts about this song
Song Origins"Tush" is the only single from "ZZ Top" fourth album, "Fandango!". It was released in 1975.
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Chart PerformancesThe song reached the number 20 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the band's first top 40 hit in the USA.
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Music Genres"Tush" is a prime example of "ZZ Top"'s unique blend of blues rock and hard rock.
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SongwritingThe song's lyrics were primarily penned by Dusty Hill, the band's bassist. He received inspiration while about to take the stage at a concert in Florence, Alabama.
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Song MeaningThe term "Tush" in the song is southern slang for a backside or butt, but in the context of the song, it’s used as slang for luxury or lavish lifestyle.
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Live Performances"Tush" quickly became a staple of ZZ Top's live performances and is often extended with lengthy guitar solos.
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Song LengthDespite its popularity, the studio version of "Tush" is only about two minutes long, making it one of the band's shortest hits.
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Noteworthy Recordings"Tush" has been recorded in several live and compilation albums and was also featured in the live music video "Greatest Hits Video Collection" in 1992.
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Cultural Impact"Tush" was included in the popular video game 'Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock' as one of the playable songs.
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Cover VersionsNumerous rock bands and artists, including Pearl Jam and Nickelback, have covered "Tush" in their live performances or recordings.
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