Life is a Minestrone

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About Life is a Minestrone

"Life Is a Minestrone" is a 1975 single by 10cc. It charted at No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart.


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I'm dancing on the White House lawn
Sipping tea by the Taj Mahal at dawn
Hanging round the gardens of Babylon
Minnie Mouse has got it all sewn up
She gets more fan mail than the Pope
She takes the mickey out of all my phobias
Like signing cheques to ward off double pneumonia 

Life is a minestrone
Served up with parmesan cheese
Death is a cold Lasagne
Suspended in deep freeze 

I'm leaning on the Tower of Pisa
Had an eyeful of the tower in France
I'm hanging round the gardens of Madison 

And the seat of learning
And the flush of success
Relieves a constipated mind
I'm like a gourmet in a skid row diner
A fitting menu for a dilettante 

Life is a minestrone
Served up with parmesan cheese
Death is a cold Lasagne
Suspended in deep freeze
Love is a fire of flaming brandy
Upon a crepe suzette
Let's get this romance cooking, honey
But let us not forget 

Life is a minestrone
Served up with parmesan cheese
Death is a cold Lasagne
Suspended in deep freeze

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10cc

10cc are an English art rock band who achieved their greatest commercial success in the 1970s. The band initially consisted of four musicians—Graham Gouldman, Eric Stewart, Kevin Godley, and Lol Creme—who had written and recorded together for some three years, before assuming the "10cc" name in 1972. more »

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Written by: E. STEWART, L. CREME

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11 facts about this song

Band Fact
"Life Is a Minestrone" is a song by an English rock band known as 10cc. 10cc have reached great success with their diverse sound, blend of wit and humor in their lyrics, and their technical music production expertise.
Song Origin Fact
The song was written by Eric Stewart and Lol Creme, the two prominent members of 10cc, which was released as part of 10cc's third studio album, "The Original Soundtrack", in 1975.
Chart Success Fact
"Life is a Minestrone" peaked at number 7 in the UK Singles Chart and reached number 104 in the United States, demonstrating the song's commercial success.
Lyrics Fact
The song is known for its clever lyricism and humor, as the title suggests comparing life to a minestrone soup, full of different ingredients and experiences.
Music Video Fact
The official music video for the song reflects its lyrical content, featuring the band members in a kitchen setting, preparing the ingredients for a minestrone soup and serving it to a table of unexpected events.
Band's Style Fact
The song perfectly captures 10cc's signature style, known for their innovative fusion of rock, pop, and progressive music elements, coupled with their satirical and witty lyricism.
Influence Fact
"Life is A Minestrone" exhibited one of the early uses of the slang word "crispy" in a song, in this case meaning 'cool' or 'current' – a term that later became popular in the hip-hop community.
Cover Versions Fact
The song has been covered by various artists over the years, proving its enduring appeal and universal message within the music industry.
Song Meanings Fact
The song implies that life is a mix of good and bad times, represented by different soup ingredients – a metaphor that strikes a chord with many listeners.
Live Performance Fact
"Life is a Minestrone" is a fan-favorite during 10cc's live performances for its lively rhythm and tongue-in-cheek lyrics that uniquely blend humor and existentialism.
Creative Songwriting Fact
The song was written in a somewhat spontaneous manner, with the phrase "Life is a minestrone" mentioned during a joke between Stuart and Creme in a restaurant, thereby showcasing the creative and spontaneous nature of 10cc's songwriting process.

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