Pinball
Brian Protheroe
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And I've run out of pale ale And I feel like I'm in jail And my music bores me once again And I've been on the pinball And I know longer know it all And they say that you never know when you're insane Got fleas in my bedroom Got flies in my bathroom And the cat just finished off the bread So I walk over Soho And I read about Monroe And I wonder was she really what they said Got a call from a good friend Come on down for the weekend Didn't know if I could spare the time I knew a woman who was crazy About a boy who was lazy But it didn't work out 'cos they just couldn't make it rhyme Hey Jude you were alright I could have grooved with you all night But you turned your back on the part again Mama if i keep my head clean Will I really have a good dream Or will I wake up in confusion just the same And I've run out of pale ale And I feel like I'm in jail Got fleas in the bedroom Got flies in the bathroom Got a call from a good friend Come on down for the weekend Hey Jude you were alright I could have grooved with you all night And I've been on the pale ale And I feel like a pinball
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6 facts about this song
Background FactsBrian Protheroe, a British musician, actor and voiceover artist, released "Pinball" in 1974.
- "Pinball" is the title track from Protheroe's debut studio album.
- The song was Protheroe's only notable hit and reached number 22 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song CompositionThe song is known for its distinctive piano melody and laid-back style.
- Many fans appreciate "Pinball" for its combination of pop, rock and theatrical influences.
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Lyrics and ThemesThe lyrics of "Pinball" reflect Protheroe's experiences living in London and feeling drained by the hectic city life.
- The song uses the metaphor of a pinball machine to describe the fast-paced, ever-changing nature of life.
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Reception and LegacyThe song has been sampled by several artists, including British electronic duo Lemon Jelly in their song "Nice Weather for Ducks".
- "Pinball" has been used in films and TV series, such as the British comedy-drama "The Rise and Fall of a White Collar Hooligan".
- Despite its popularity in the 1970s, "Pinball" remains a relatively obscure song and is often considered a 'hidden gem' of the era.
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Live PerformancesBrian Protheroe has continued to include "Pinball" in his live performances, even years after the song's initial release.
- During live performances, fans have noted that Protheroe often takes a more relaxed, jazzier approach to the song.
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Songwriting and InspirationProtheroe has said in interviews that the song was inspired by a period of his life when he lived in a tiny flat and everything felt "all squashed up", which led to the metaphor of a pinball machine.
- He also noted that writing "Pinball" was a therapeutic process for him, allowing him to "get out" his feelings of frustration and confinement.
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