Geno
Dexys Midnight Runners
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Geno, Geno, Geno, Geno, Geno! Geno, Geno, Geno, Geno, Geno! Geno, Geno, Geno, Geno, Geno! Back in '68 in a sweaty club (Oh, Geno) Before Jimmy's Machine and The Rocksteady Rub (Oh, Geno) On a night when flowers didn't suit my shoes After a week of flunkin' and bunkin' school The lowest head in the crowd that night Just practicin' steps and keepin' outta the fights Academic inspiration, you gave me none But you were Michael the lover The fighter that won But now just look at me as I'm looking down at you No, I'm not bein' flash, It's what I'm built to do That man took the stage, his towel was swingin' high (Oh Geno) This man was my bombers, my Dexy's, my high (Oh, Geno) How the crowd, they all hailed you, and chanted your name But they never knew like we knew Me and you were the same And now you're all over, your song is so tame, brrr You fed me, you bred me, I'll remember your name Academic inspiration, you gave me none But you were Michael the lover The fighter that won But now just look at me as I'm looking down at you No, I'm not bein' flash, It's what I'm built to do Oh, Geno (Oh, Geno) Oh, Geno (Oh, Geno)
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Written by: Kevin Archer, Kevin Rowland
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Artist Fact"Dexys Midnight Runners," a British pop band from the 1980s, wrote and performed the song "Geno." They are famously known for their soulful, eclectic sound and emotive performances.
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Song Specific Fact"Geno" was a tribute to soul singer Geno Washington who was an important influence on Dexys Midnight Runners' lead vocalist, Kevin Rowland.
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Success FactReleased in March 1980, "Geno" skyrocketed to success in the UK, and it eventually managed to top the UK Singles Chart.
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Cultural FactThe song was so influential during that period that it was seen as a catalyst for the 1980s 'Mod' revival in the UK.
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Band FactThe band was originally called "Dexys," with the extended name, "Dexys Midnight Runners," referring to a slang term for a certain type of amphetamine that was very popular among youths and musicians.
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Songwriting FactThe lyrics of "Geno" talk about Rowland's youth, where he was inspired by watching Geno Washington perform live.
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Recording Fact“Geno” was re-recorded by the band for the compilation album ‘The Projected Passion Revue’ in 2007.
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Chart FactThe song actually topped the likes of "Coming Up" by Paul McCartney and "Call Me" by Blondie - a testament to its popularity at the time.
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Music Video FactThe music video for "Geno" showcases the band in full mod attire, matching their revivalist sound.
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Performance Fact"Geno" was often the closing song at Dexys Midnight Runners' concerts, reserved for the grand finale.
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Cover FactIn 2008, the Welsh band Stereophonics released a cover of "Geno" as a B-side on their single "My Own Worst Enemy."
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