Sharp Dressed Man

ZZ Top

About Sharp Dressed Man

"Sharp Dressed Man" is a song performed by ZZ Top from their 1983 album Eliminator. The song was produced by band manager Bill Ham, and recorded and mixed by Terry Manning. Pre-production recording engineer Linden Hudson was very involved in the early stages of this song's production. At 2007's VH1 Rock Honors, Nickelback covered the song as a tribute (Billy Gibbons had earlier made a guest appearance on Nickelback's own song "Rockstar" & "Follow You Home"). ZZ Top played this song at halftime of the 2008 Orange Bowl college football bowl game.  


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Clean shirt, new shoes
And I don't know where I am goin' to
Silk suit, black tie,
I don't need a reason why
They come runnin' just as fast as they can
'Cause every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man

Gold watch, diamond ring,
I ain't missin' not a single thing
Cufflinks, stick pin,
When I step out I'm gonna do you in
They come runnin' just as fast as they can
'Cause every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man

Top coat, top hat,
And I don't worry 'cause my wallet's fat
Black shades, white gloves,
Lookin' sharp lookin' for love
They come runnin' just as fast as they can
'Cause every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man

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ZZ Top

ZZ Top is an American rock band from Houston, Texas. Formed in 1969, the group consists of Billy Gibbons (guitar and vocals), Dusty Hill (bass and vocals), and Frank Beard (percussion). ZZ Top's early sound was rooted in blues but eventually grew to exhibit contemporary influences. Throughout their career they have maintained a sound based on Hill's and Beard's rhythm section support, accentuated by Gibbons' guitar and vocal style. Their lyrics often gave evidence of band's humor and thematically focus on personal experiences and sexual innuendos. more »

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Written by: Frank Beard, Billy Gibbons, Dusty Hill

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11 facts about this song

Diversified Genre
"Sharp Dressed Man" is a song performed by ZZ Top from their album "Eliminator" released in 1983. The song is labeled under the genres blues rock, hard rock, and new wave, showcasing the band's flexible musicality.
Chart Performance
The song didn't reach the top 10 in any major NATO-chart. However, it has become one of ZZ Top's signature songs in USA.
MTV Success
This song was one of the very first to have an accompanying music video on MTV. This brought huge fame and recognition to the band in the era when the concept of music videos was still new.
Cultural Impact
The song is routinely incorporated into popular culture. It has been used in various commercials, TV shows, and films, solidifying its place as a timeless rock anthem.
Beard Iconography
The members of ZZ Top are as famous for their big beards as their music. These beard visuals in the music video for "Sharp Dressed Man" added to the song's popularity.
Continuity Concept
The "Sharp Dressed Man" music video is part of a trilogy that also includes their videos for the songs "Gimme All Your Lovin'" and "Legs." All three videos have the same basic plot structure and recurring characters.
Automotive Element
One constant in the music video trilogy is the presence of the Eliminator car, a custom-built 1933 Ford Coupe, which serves as an homage to ZZ Top's Texas roots and love for classic cars.
Song Meaning
The song takes a humorous and charming look at sharp-dressed men who use their fashion sense to impress women. It reflected the band's texan, rock and roll lifestyle image in the 80s.
Professional Recognition
In 2019, ZZ Top's rendition of "Sharp Dressed Man" was added to the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Homage & Tributes
It is frequently used as walk-up music by professional baseball players, and has been covered by multiple artists including Brad Paisley and The Duck Dynasty cast for their album, Duck The Halls.
Bagpipes Version
The rock band AC/DC played a bagpipe version of "Sharp Dressed Man" as a tribute when they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003, showcasing the song's influence across varied artists and genres.

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