Peaches

The Stranglers

About Peaches

"Peaches" is a seminal punk rock song and single by The Stranglers from the album Rattus Norvegicus. The track peaked at No. 8 in the UK Singles Chart.


Year:
1992
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Strolling along minding my own business
Well there goes a girl and a half 
She's got me going up and down
She's got me going up and down

Walking on the beaches looking at the peaches

Well I got the notion girl that you got some suntan lotion in that bottle of yours
Spread it all over my peelin' skin, baby
That feels real good
All this skirt lappin' up the sun 
Lap me up
Why don't you come on and lap me up?

Walking on the beaches looking at the peaches

Well, there goes another one just lying down on the sand dunes
I'd better go take a swim and see if I can cool down a little bit
'Cause you and me, woman 
We got a lotta things on our minds (you know what I mean)

Walking on the beaches looking at the peaches

Will you just take a look over there (where?) (there)
Is she tryin' to get outta that Clitares?
Liberation for women 
That's what I preach (preacher man)

Walking on the beaches looking at the peaches

Oh shit!
There goes the charabang
Looks like I'm gonna be stuck here the whole summer
Well, what a bummer
I can think of a lot worse places to be
Like down in the streets
Or down in the sewer 
Or even on the end of a skewer

Down on the beaches, just looking at the peaches
Down on the beaches, just looking at brown bodies
Down on the beaches, just looking at all the shot glasses
Down on the beaches, just looking at all the peaches
Down on the beaches, just looking at all the peaches
Down on the beaches, just looking at all the peaches
Down on the beaches
Mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm
Mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm
Mmm-hmm
Mmm-hmm
Mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm, mmm-hmm

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The Stranglers

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Written by: BRIAN JOHN DUFFY, DAVID GREENFIELD, HUGH ALAN CORNWELL, JEAN JACQUES BURNEL

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11 facts about this song

General Information
"Peaches" is a song by the British punk rock band The Stranglers. It was released as part of their debut album "Rattus Norvegicus" in 1977.
Chart Performance
Despite its controversial lyrics, the song became one of The Stranglers' biggest hits, reaching No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart.
Subject Matter
The song's lyrics are an embittered rant against seaside tourism and stereotypical beach culture.
Controversy
Due to its slang usage and sexually suggestive lyrics, "Peaches" was often censored or completely banned from British radio.
Music Style
Unlike much of the punk music at the time, "Peaches" has a reggae-influenced rhythm, showing the band's willingness to experiment with different genres.
Production and Recording
The Stranglers recorded the song in one take, with the intention of capturing a raw and spontaneous sound.
Inspiration
Hugh Cornwell, the band's vocals and guitarist, stated that the song was based on an incident he experienced on a beach in Nice, France.
Impact on Punk Culture
Despite its lack of airplay, "Peaches" became an anthem of the punk movement in the UK, largely due to its rebellious spirit and gritty sound.
Cover Versions
A number of artists have covered "Peaches", most notably the punk band Anti-Nowhere League in 1987.
Distinguishing features
The song is marked by a steady bass line, snarling vocals and splashes of raucous guitar, making it stand out from the sleek, polished rock music of the era.
Legacy
Over forty years after its release, "Peaches" is still considered a classic in the punk genre and remains a highlight of The Stranglers' live performances.

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