Manic Monday

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About Manic Monday

"Manic Monday" is a song by the American pop rock band The Bangles, and the first single released from their second studio album, Different Light (1986). It was written by American musician Prince using the pseudonym "Christopher" and was originally intended for the group Apollonia 6 in 1984. Lyrically, it describes a woman who is waking up to go to work on Monday, wishing it was still Sunday so she could continue relaxing. The single, released by Columbia Records on Monday January 27, 1986, received generally positive reviews from music critics and some comparisons with The Mamas & the Papas' "Monday, Monday". It became The Bangles' first hit, reaching number two in the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as in Austria, Canada, Germany and Ireland, and peaked within the top five in Australia, New Zealand, Norway and Switzerland. It was later certified silver in the UK by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). The song has been covered by a number of other artists. 


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Six o'clock already
I was just in the middle of a dream
I was kissin' Valentino
By a crystal blue Italian stream
But I can't be late
'Cause then I guess I just won't get paid
These are the days
When you wish your bed was already made

It's just another manic Monday
I wish it was Sunday
'Cause that's my fun day
My I don't have to run day
It's just another manic Monday

Have to catch an early train
Got to be to work by nine
And if I had an air-o-plane
I still couldn't make it on time
'Cause it takes me so long
Just to figure out what I'm gonna wear
Blame it on the train
But the boss is already there

All of the nights
Why did my lover have to pick last night
To get down
Doesn't it matter
That I have to feed the both of us
Employment's down
He tells me in his bedroom voice
C'mon honey, let's go make some noise
Time it goes so fast
When you're having fun

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The Bangles are an American all-female pop-rock band that emerged in the 1980s. They gained significant popularity with hits like "Walk Like an Egyptian," "Manic Monday," and "Eternal Flame." The group's sound is characterized by catchy melodies, harmonies, and a mix of pop, rock, and jangle-pop influences. The Bangles are known for their strong vocal performances and their contributions to the mainstream pop music scene of the 1980s. more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson

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15 facts about this song

Writer
The song, 'Manic Monday', was written by American singer-songwriter Prince, one of the most influential artists in pop and rock music history. He wrote this song using the pseudonym "Christopher".
Original Intent
Originally, Prince wrote 'Manic Monday' for the band 'Apollonia 6', which was an all-girl group he had put together. However, he later gave it to the Bangles.
Popularity
Upon release in 1986, 'Manic Monday' climbed the Billboard Hot 100 chart to number two. It became one of the biggest hits of the Bangles.
Famous Lines
The song features an intriguing line, "It's just another manic Monday/I wish it was Sunday/'Cause that's my fun day/My I don't have to run day."
Prince-Bangles Connection
Suzanna Hoffs, co-founder of the Bangles, worked with Prince on other projects, including a film called 'Purple Rain'.
Influence
The song went on to inspire countless songs about the mundane, everyday aspects of life and longing for the weekend.
Song Themes
The lyrics of 'Manic Monday' depict a woman who is in a rush to get to work after oversleeping and wishes it was Sunday. It’s a commentary on the hectic pace of contemporary life.
Show Appearance
The Bangles performed 'Manic Monday' in an episode of the sitcom 'The Facts of Life' in 1986.
Remakes and Covers
'Manic Monday' has been covered by several other musicians including Relient K, and was also redone by Prince himself with new lyrics in a jazzier style.
Unexpected Connection
The song was kept from reaching the No.1 spot in the US charts by another Prince song, 'Kiss' performed by Prince and The Revolution.
Simplicity
Despite featuring some of Prince's signature complex rhythms, 'Manic Monday' was praised for its simplicity and accessibility.
Legacy
The song remains one of the Bangles' most famous and popular songs, and 'Manic Monday' has become a phrase synonymous with the start-of-the-week blues.
Video Popularity
The music video for 'Manic Monday' was popular on MTV during the 1980s and helped the song achieve even greater success.
Style
The song is notable for its '60s-style pop influences, which was atypical for most 1980s pop and rock music. It showcases an influence of folk rock and sunshine pop music.
Cultural Impact
'Manic Monday' was culturally significant as it encapsulated the feeling of many people's Monday blues, making it an anthem for people starting the workweek.

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