Golden Retriever

Super Furry Animals

About Golden Retriever

"Golden Retriever" is a song by Super Furry Animals. It was the first single to be issued from the album Phantom Power and reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart on its release in July 2003. The song is about the relationship between singer Gruff Rhys's girlfriend's two dogs and was written in the same key, with the same guitar tuning and around the same time as several other songs from Phantom Power. Critical reaction to the track was generally positive with many reviewers commenting on its "catchiness" and "glam rock" style. A Jake & Jim directed music video was produced to accompany the song's release as a single featuring the band dressed as yetis. A Killa Kela remix of "Golden Retriever" appears on the album Phantom Phorce and the DVD release of Phantom Power. 


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Hey said the devil 
When I met her at the roundabout 
She's got powers 
Magnetic devours you of everything you've got 

She's a golden retriever 
Retrieves your oldest coin 
Leads you blindly down every dark alley 
Then she'll bleed you dry 

Stop! Said the puppy 
When I met him at the zebra cross 
She said "You need protection 
From every direction 
But she'll get you anyhow" 

She's a golden retriever 
Retrieves your oldest coin 
Leads you blindly down every dark alley 
Then she'll bleed you dry 

She's a golden retriever 
She's a golden retriever 
Golden retriever 
Golden retriever 
Golden retriever 
Golden retriever 

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Golden retriever 
Golden retriever

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Super Furry Animals

Super Furry Animals are a Welsh rock band that lean towards psychedelic rock and electronic experimentation. Since their formation in Cardiff, Wales in 1993, the band has consisted of Gruff Rhys (lead vocals, guitar), Huw Bunford (lead guitar, vocals), Guto Pryce (bass guitar), Cian Ciaran (keyboards, synthesisers, various electronics, occasional guitar, vocals) and Dafydd Ieuan (drums, vocals). Actor Rhys Ifans is also a former member. The band are part of the Cardiff music scene. more »

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Written by: CIAN CIARAN, DAFYDD IEUAN, GRUFF RHYS, GUTO PRYCE, HUW BUNFORD

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10 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Golden Retriever" is a song by the Super Furry Animals and it encompasses a vibrant fusion of psychedelic rock and Britpop genres.
Artistic Release
The song was first released on 14 July 2003 and served as the first single from the band's album, "Phantom Power."
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Golden Retriever" reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart, making it the band's most successful single to date.
Album Success
The song played a crucial role in the success of "Phantom Power," which peaked at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart at the time of release.
Creative Inspiration
The song is metaphorically titled "Golden Retriever," referring to the popular dog breed, but its lyrical content has been described as cryptic, exploring themes of power, manipulation, control, and temptation.
Unique Musical Composition
"Golden Retriever" incorporates a heavy use of electric guitars, bass, and percussion, creating a powerful rhythm that captures the band's unique, eclectic musical style.
Music Video Quirk
The music video for "Golden Retriever" features the band members morph into canine versions of themselves, continuing their reputation for idiosyncratic and humorous visuals.
Critical Acclaim
Music critics praised the song for its energetic performance and inventive arrangements, marking it as a high-point in the Super Furry Animals' discography.
Live Performances
"Golden Retriever" is notably a fan-favourite during live performances, often inciting crowd participation.
Cultural Impact
Despite its cryptic lyrics, "Golden Retriever" has resonated with fans globally, and it's considered a key track that encapsulates Super Furry Animals' distinctive blend of rock and psychedelic sounds.

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