Grace, Too
The Tragically Hip
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He said, I'm fabulously rich C'mon, just let's go She kinda bit her lip Geez, I don't know But I can guarantee (I can guarantee) There'll be no knock on the door (I can guarantee) I'm total pro (there'll be no knock on the door) That's what I'm here for I come from downtown Born ready for you Armed with will and determination And grace, too The secret rules of engagement Are hard to endorse When the appearance of conflict Meets the appearance of force But I can guarantee (I can guarantee) There'll be no knock on the door (I can guarantee) I'm total pro here (there'll be no knock on the door) That's what I'm here for I come from downtown Born ready for you Armed with skill and its frustration And grace, too Him, here, now, ugh Him, here, now, ugh
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Written by: Gordon Downie, Gordon Sinclair, Johnny Fay, Paul Langlois, Robert Baker
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Grace, Too" is a song by the Canadian band "The Tragically Hip". The band was formed in 1984 and includes members Gord Downie, Paul Langlois, Rob Baker, Gord Sinclair, and Johnny Fay.
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Album LaunchThe song "Grace, Too" is from their album "Day for Night", which was released in 1994. This was the band's fourth studio album.
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Chart Records"Grace, Too" peaked at the number 11 slot on the 'Canada Top Singles' chart and remained in the Top 100 for 16 weeks.
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Inspirational PerformanceGord Downie, the band's lead vocalist, has often stated that he performs the song differently each time to keep it fresh. His performances are noted for their powerful emotion and energy.
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Famous On-stage PerformanceOne of the most memorable performances of "Grace, Too" was when the Tragically Hip performed it at their final concert in August 2016 in Kingston, Ontario, their hometown.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics are famously ambiguous but seem to deal with the themes of control, lost innocence, and transition from youth to adulthood. This is a common theme in many of The Tragically Hip's songs.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Grace, Too" was directed by Peter Henderson. In the video, the band keeps playing in the midst of chaos and destruction, playing out Gord Downie's energetic on-stage persona.
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Live AlbumAn electric performance of "Grace, Too" was also included in the band's 1997 live album, "Live Between Us."
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Cover VersionOther artists such as Sarah Harmer and The Dears have performed cover versions of "Grace, Too" as a tribute to The Tragically Hip.
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Cultural ImpactIn 2017, "Grace, Too" was among the Canadian songs included in the soundtrack to the 150th anniversary celebration of Canada's Confederation.
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