Getting Out of Hand
Bangles
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A friend told me yesterday You've been looking for me If I've been staying out of your way I've done it intentionally Saw you walking with her (Walking with her) Always kept that few steps behind, yeah Wonder if she knows for sure (She knows for sure) Her man's going on walking the line Then I say to myself, "Beware" It's getting out of hand (Out of hand) It's getting out of hand (Don't look now) It means loving you is like being true You've got another woman, yeah Look me right in the eye Tell me I'm the one that you love Right back into your lies Forgetting how determined I was Then I say to myself, "Beware" It's getting out of hand (Out of hand) It's getting out of hand (Don't look now) It means loving you is like being true You've got another woman, yeah A friend told me yesterday, hey
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Written by: VICKI PETERSON
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10 facts about this song
Band FormationThe song "Getting Out of Hand" was the debut single by The Bangles, a popular American pop-rock band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1981.
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Line-up ChangeOriginally, the band was named The Bangs but had to change it to Bangles due to a legal issue with another band having the same name. It was in this formation that they released "Getting Out of Hand."
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Release DateThe song was released in 1981, nearly two years before the band gained significant popularity with their full-length debut album "All Over the Place" in 1984.
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Song Composers"Getting Out of Hand" was written by two of the band's founding members, Susanna Hoffs and Vicki Peterson.
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Start of the Music JourneyThis song is significant as it marks the beginning of The Bangles' journey in the music industry. Their later works went on to include several Billboard top 10 hits like "Walk Like an Egyptian," "Manic Monday," and "Eternal Flame."
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Limited CopiesThe original version of "Getting Out of Hand" was released as a 7" single, with only 1,000 copies initially pressed, making initial copies of the release quite valuable among keepers of rare records.
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DIY ApproachThe original release was a self-financed effort, indicating the band's DIY approach at the beginning of their career.
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B SideThe B-side to "Getting Out of Hand" featured the track "Call on Me," which was covered by the band in their later full-length albums.
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Unique Sound"Getting Out of Hand" showcased the band's harmonious vocals and unique blend of pop, rock, and folk influences, which later became their trademark sound.
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Re-releaseIn 2019, "Getting Out of Hand" was re-released on a limited edition blue vinyl to celebrate the record's original release.
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