Mystery Song

Status Quo

About Mystery Song

"Mystery Song" is a single released by the British rock band Status Quo in 1976. It was included on the album Blue for You. The song concerns a young man's encounter with a prostitute. The B-side was "Drifting Away", from the band's 1974 album Quo. The song was reprised, in 2014, for the band's thirty-first studio album Aquostic (Stripped Bare). It was featured in the ninety-minute launch performance of the album at London's Roundhouse on 22 October, the concert being recorded and broadcast live by BBC Radio 2 as part of their In Concert series.  


Year:
2017
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#2

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I see that look on your face
I see that look on your face
I see that look on your face, oh-oh-oh

The boys know what you're giving, you give the boys such a lot of fun
And by the way that you make a living you've got the boys all on the run
S.T.'s showing, you really got me going maybe you can give me a price
I want to try it, yeah I want to buy it, tell me would you treat me nice
Oh my legs are shaking, oh my heart is breaking
I'm just feeling like a boy
Now I just can't slow down, gotta get in, go down
Have my share of what a joy

Now I've got your name and number, I like to look upon your face
And now you know that I want to take you, give me the time you can name
the place
Call me honey, you can take my money, baby we can make a deal
I really mean it, gotta get between it, do you know the way I feel?
Oh I'm feeling kinda like I've gotta find a way to make you understand
Oh I know you're lying and your love I'm buying
Oh I'm feeling like a man

The boys know what you're giving, you give the boys such a lot of fun
And by the way that you make a living you've got the boys all on the run
S.T.'s showing, really got them going, you can even say the price
They'll want to try it, even want to buy it if you really treat them nice
But I'd rather take you, show that I can make you
Good enough for just one man
Oh I'm feeling kinda like I've gotta find a
Way to make you understand

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Status Quo

Status Quo, also colloquially known as The Quo or just Quo, are an English rock band whose music is characterized by their distinctive brand of boogie rock. more »

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Written by: PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT

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15 facts about this song

Album Information
"Mystery Song" is a track on the album "Blue For You" which is the ninth studio album by English rock band Status Quo, released in March 1976.
Chart Rankings
The song reached No. 11 on UK Singles Chart, making it one of the band's most successful songs.
Song Genre
"Mystery Song" fits into the hard rock and boogie rock genre which Status Quo popularised in the '70s.
Album Sale
"Blue For You", the album that includes "Mystery Song", went on to become the band's high-selling original album, earning them a dedicated following and some commercial success.
Songwriters
The song was penned down by the band's lead vocalist Francis Rossi and Bob Young, a harmonica player, and unofficial member and lyricist for the band.
Release Date
"Mystery Song" was released as a single on 16th July 1976.
Influence
The song is said to reflect the influence of American southern rock but with a distinctly British feel.
Duration
The single version of "Mystery Song" spans 4:00 minutes, however, the album version takes up to 6:44 minutes.
B-side Song
The B-side track of the "Mystery Song" single is "Drifting Away".
Band Lineup
During the time of recording "Mystery Song", the band consisted of members, Francis Rossi, Rick Parfitt, Alan Lancaster, and John Coghlan.
Recording Venue
The main recording and production of "Mystery Song" took place at Phonogram Studios in London, UK.
Riff
The song’s engaging riff, in particular, has been cited as a highlight that durably impresses listeners.
Unique Aspect
Unlike most other Status Quo songs, the 'Mystery Song' lyrics tell a quite complex story, adding a unique narrative aspect to the music. The story reportedly revolves around a waking dream after a night out.
Cover Version
Metal band "Laaz Rockit" covers "Mystery Song" on their album "No Stranger to Danger".
Reissues
The song has been reissued multiple times, most notably in a double pack along with their earlier hit "Rain" in 1985, and again in 1992, as part of the "Rock 'Til You Drop" campaign.

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