Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?

Rod Stewart

About Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?

"Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" is a song by British singer Rod Stewart from his 1978 album Blondes Have More Fun. It was written by Stewart, Carmine Appice and Duane Hitchings, though it incorporates the melody from the song "Taj Mahal" by Jorge Ben Jor and the string arrangement from the song "Put Something Down On It" by Bobby Womack. The song featured on Stewart's album Blondes Have More Fun, and was released as a single in November 1978. It spent one week at the top of the British charts in December 1978 and four weeks at the top of the US Billboard Hot 100 in February 1979. Billboard ranked it number four on its Top Singles of 1979 year-end chart. It also topped the charts in Australia for two weeks. Royalties from the song were donated to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and Stewart performed the song at the Music for UNICEF Concert at the United Nations General Assembly in January 1979. Rolling Stone ranked the song at #308 in its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. 


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She sits alone, waiting for suggestions.
He's so nervous, avoiding all the questions.
His lips are dry, her heart is gently pounding.
Don't you just know exactly what they're thinking?

If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
Come on, honey, tell me so.

He's acting shy, looking for an answer.
Come on, honey, let's spend the night together.
Now, hold on a minute before we go much further.
Give me a dime so I can phone my mother.
They catch a cab to his high-rise apartment.
At last he can tell her exactly what his heart meant.

If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
Come on, honey, tell me so.

His heart's beating like a drum,
'Cause at last he's got this girl home.
Relax, baby. Now we're all alone.

They wake at dawn, 'cause all the birds are singing.
Two total strangers, but that ain't what they're thinking.
Outside it's cold, misty, and it's raining.
They got each other. Neither one's complaining.
He says, I'm sorry, but I'm out of milk and coffee.
Never mind, sugar. We can watch the early movie.

If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
Come on, honey, tell me so.

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Rod Stewart

Roderick David "Rod" Stewart, CBE (born 10 January 1945) is a British singer-songwriter, born and raised in North London, England, and currently residing in Epping. He is of Scottish and English ancestry. With his distinctive raspy singing voice, Stewart came to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s with The Jeff Beck Group and then Faces. He launched his solo career in 1969 with his debut album An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down (US: The Rod Stewart Album). His work with The Jeff Beck Group and Faces influenced heavy metal genres. more »

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Written by: Rod Stewart, Duane Hitchings, Carmine Appice Jr

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15 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" was written by Rod Stewart and released in 1978.
Album
The song features on the album 'Blondes Have More Fun', which was Stewart's ninth studio album.
Chart Success
"Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" was a massive hit. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S and also reached the number one spot in UK, Canada and Australia.
Artist Inspiration
It's said that Stewart was inspired to write the song after witnessing the disco craze during his stay in South America.
Charity
Stewart decided to donate the song's royalties to UNICEF after performing it at the Music for UNICEF Concert in 1979.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered extensively by numerous artists ranging from Paris Hilton to Revolting Cocks.
Parody Versions
A popular parody of the song called "Do Ya Think I'm Disco" was released in 1979 by comedian Steve Dahl.
Celebrity Backlash
When the song was released, it faced some backlash from rock artists including Paul McCartney and Billy Joel, who felt that Stewart had sold out with the disco vibe.
Song Lyrics
The song tells the story of a man who meets a woman at a disco club and the flirtation that ensues, which was unconventional for a Rod Stewart song.
Awards
Despite the backlash, "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1979.
Role in Rod's Career
The song marked a turning point in Stewart's career as it helped him establish his image as a sexy rock star and evolve from a traditional rock and roll artist to a more versatile performer.
Film and TV Appearances
The song has also appeared in numerous films and TV series, including "Boogie Nights", "Detroit Rock City", "Charlie's Angels" and many others, enhancing its cultural recognition.
Legal Controversy
The melody of the song's bridge section was allegedly borrowed from the song "Taj Mahal" by Jorge Ben Jor, and this led to a legal dispute. Stewart, however, denied plagiarizing and settled the case outside of court.
Life Long Popularity
Despite the controversy and initial backlash, the song has remained one of Stewart's most popular tracks, loved by fans worldwide.
Remixes
The song has been remixed various times throughout the years, most notably by electronic music duo, Ralphi Rosario and Abel Aguilera in 2017 for its 39th anniversary.

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