Geno

Dexys Midnight Runners

About Geno

"Geno" is a 1980 single by Dexys Midnight Runners. Written by Kevin Archer and Kevin Rowland, it was the band's second single and their first UK number one, staying at the top of the Singles Chart for two weeks. The song charted at number two in Ireland.


Year:
1999
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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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Dexys Midnight Runners

Dexys Midnight Runners (currently called Dexys) are an English pop group with soul influences, who achieved their major success in the early to mid 1980s. They are best known for their songs "Come On Eileen" and "Geno", both of which went No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart. more »

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Written by: Kevin Archer, Kevin Rowland

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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.
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.
Success Fact
Released in March 1980, "Geno" skyrocketed to success in the UK, and it eventually managed to top the UK Singles Chart.
Cultural Fact
The song was so influential during that period that it was seen as a catalyst for the 1980s 'Mod' revival in the UK.
Band Fact
The 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.
Songwriting Fact
The lyrics of "Geno" talk about Rowland's youth, where he was inspired by watching Geno Washington perform live.
Recording Fact
“Geno” was re-recorded by the band for the compilation album ‘The Projected Passion Revue’ in 2007.
Chart Fact
The song actually topped the likes of "Coming Up" by Paul McCartney and "Call Me" by Blondie - a testament to its popularity at the time.
Music Video Fact
The music video for "Geno" showcases the band in full mod attire, matching their revivalist sound.
Performance Fact
"Geno" was often the closing song at Dexys Midnight Runners' concerts, reserved for the grand finale.
Cover Fact
In 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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