Happy Hour
The Housemartins
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It's happy hour again I think I might be happy if I wasn't out with them And they're happy it's a lovely place to be Happy that the fire is real the barman is a she Where the haircuts smile And the meaning of style Is a night out with the boss Where you win or you lose And its them who choose And if you don't win then you've lost What a good place to be Don't believe it 'Cause they speak a different language And it's never really happened to me Don't believe it, oh no 'Cause it's never been happy for me (oh) It's another night out with the boss Following in footsteps overgrown with moss And he tells me that women grow on trees And if you catch them right they will land upon their knees Where they open all their wallets And they close all their minds And they love to buy you all a drink And then we ask all the questions And you take all your clothes off And go back to the kitchen sink What a good place to be Don't believe her 'Cause they speak a different language And it's never really happened to me Don't believe her, oh no 'Cause it's never been happy for me What a good place to be Don't believe her 'Cause they speak a different language And it's never really happened to me Don't believe her, oh no 'Cause it's never been happy for me (it's happy hour again) Don't believe her, don't believe her (it's happy hour again) Don't believe her(it's happy hour again) And again, and again It's happy hour again, and again, and again It's happy hour again, and again, and again It's happy hour again
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Written by: IAN PETER CULLIMORE, PAUL HEATON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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14 facts about this song
Writer"Happy Hour" is a song written by Paul Heaton and Stan Cullimore, members of the British band The Housemartins.
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Debut AlbumIt was the lead single taken from their 1986 debut album, "London 0 Hull 4".
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Chart PositionThe song reached number three in the UK Singles Chart in June 1986.
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Humour UsageThe song is known for its light-hearted and humorous critique of British pub culture, featuring lyrics that mock men who spend their evenings at bars.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Happy Hour" is unique and noteworthy, making use of simple animation and featuring caricatures of the band members.
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Band’s Identity"Happy Hour" is one of The Housemartins' most famous songs and is often considered a defining track of their career, showcasing their blend of jangly guitar pop and socially-conscious lyrics.
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Backup VocalsNorman Cook, later known as Fatboy Slim, sang backup vocals on the track.
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Pop CultureThis song has made its way into pop culture; it was featured on the soundtrack for the 2010 film "The World's End".
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Lyrics"Happy Hour" depicts a man who is disillusioned with his life and finds temporary solace in the camaraderie and humor found in the pub.
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InfluencesThe band revealed that they took inspiration from American soul, gospel and Motown music while writing the song.
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Album TitleThe album’s title "London 0 Hull 4" on which "Happy Hour" is included, is a football score, reflecting the band's hometown pride.
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Live PerformancesDespite being a chart-topping hit, “Happy Hour” was rarely played in The Housemartins’ live performances in their active years from 1983 to 1988.
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ReissuesThe song has been reissued on numerous compilation albums post the band’s disbandment including "Now That's What I Call Quite Good" and "The Best of The Housemartins".
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Signature SongWhile The Housemartins had other standout songs, "Happy Hour" is often named by fans and critics as their signature song.
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