Motor's Too Fast
James Reyne
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He's just a local boy Modeling for magazines Nun-Chukka Things are never quite as they seem He's got throwing stars, he's got silver tops Mama's grabbed her jewelery Hidden in the bathroom Calling the cops Give me somewhere to go Don't give me train rides When the shops are all closed Don't give me train rides Never gave anyone the slightest notion Never showed us that the call was cast Mama don't want you, daddy don't want you Your motor's running way too fast Now the Mall way's shuttered Hanging in the afternoon Drink a little Vodka, picking up the old man Rolling him 'round in her room
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Written by: Simon Cyril Hussey, James Michael Reyne
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist"Motor's Too Fast" is a song by James Reyne, a popular Australian singer-songwriter also recognized known for his work as a member of the rock band Australian Crawl.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1987 as a single from Reyne's debut solo album, which is self-titled.
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Chart Performance"Motor's Too Fast" achieved significant chart success in Reyne's homeland Australia, rising to number 4 on the ARIA (Australian Record Industry Association) singles chart.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Motor's Too Fast" deals with the theme of life moving too quickly, symbolized by the metaphor of a fast-running motor.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Motor's Too Fast" features Reyne performing while the camera alternates between a parked car's speedometer and footage of life's chaotic pace.
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Song GenreThe song falls into the genre of pop-rock, exhibiting a mix of energetic rock beats with catchy pop melodies.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Davitt Sigerson, an American songwriter and producer known for his work with artists like The Bangles and Tori Amos.
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Influence"Motor's Too Fast", especially its lyrical depth, has been cited as a significant influence on several Australian musicians, including Powderfinger and Something for Kate.
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RarityDespite its success, the song is not frequently performed live by Reyne. The rarity of its live performances make them a real treat for fans.
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Lyric InterpretationFans and critics have interpreted the lyrics in many different ways, with some seeing it as a critique of technological advancement and others viewing it as a commentary on the pressures of modern life.
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