Debra
Beck
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I met you at JC Penney I think your name tag said "Jenny" I cold step to you with a fresh pack of gum Somehow I knew you were lookin' for some Like a fruit that's ripe for a pickin' I wouldn't do you like that Zankou Chicken Cause only you've got a thing That I just got to get with I just got to get with you And you know what we're gonna do I want to get with you And your sister I think her name's Debra I want to get with you And your sister I think her name's Debra I pick you up late at night after work I said "lady, step inside my Hyundai" I'm gonna take you up to Glendale Gonna take you for a real good meal Cause when our eyes did meet Girl you know I was packin' heat Ain't no use in wastin' no time gettin' to know each other You know the deal Cause only you got a thing That I just got to get with I want to get with you And your sister I think her name's Debra I want to get with you And your sister I think her name's Debra Lovely lady Girl you drive me crazy
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Written by: BECK DAVID HANSEN, JOHN ROBERT KING, MICHAEL S. SIMPSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Album association"Debra" is a track from Beck's seventh studio album, 'Midnite Vultures,' which was released in 1999.
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Genre MixingThe song has been described as a blend of '70s-style soul, R&B, and falsetto disco, which distinguishes it from other tracks on the album and Beck's usual style.
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Song's Theme"Debra" is a humorous ode to a girl named Debra, whom Beck encounters in a department store and wants to woo despite being attracted to her sister.
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InspirationBeck stated in an interview that the song was inspired by Prince and his flamboyant, sexually charged style of music.
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Live Debut"Debra" was first performed live in 1996, three years before it was officially released.
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Uses of SongThe song gained further popularity when it was featured in the 2010 film 'Baby Driver,' during a romantic sequence.
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Reception"Debra" didn't become a chart-topping hit, but it has been frequently singled out by critics and fans as a favorite on the 'Midnite Vultures' album.
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Lyrics IronyThe song's lyrics have often been described as tongue-in-cheek or ironic, capturing Beck's unique sense of humor.
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Falsetto Singing"Debra" showcases Beck’s falsetto abilities, which added a different dimension to his established style.
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Comical PerformanceBeck usually introduces the song in concert with a humorous monologue, highlighting its lighthearted spirit.
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Popularity among FansDespite not being one of Beck's most commercially successful songs, "Debra" has maintained popularity among fans and is frequently requested at live shows.
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