Sweet Gene Vincent
Ian Dury, Blockheads
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Blue gene baby Skinny white sailor, the chances were slender The beauties were brief Shall I mourn you decline with some Thunderbird wine And a black handkerchief? I miss your sad Virginia whisper I miss the voice that called my heart Sweet gene Vincent Young and old and gone Sweet gene Vincent Who, who, who slapped john? White face, black shirt White socks, black shoes Black hair, white star Bled white, died black Sweet gene Vincent Let the blue roll tonight At the sock hop ball in the union hall Where the bop is there delight Here come duck-tailed Danny dragging Uncanny Annie She's tehone with the flying feet You can break the peace daddy sickle grease The beat is reet complete And you jump back honey in the dungarees Tight sweater and a pony tail Will you guess her age when she comes back stage? The hoodlums bite their nails Black gloves, white frost Black crepe, white lead White sheet, black knight Jet black, dead white Sweet gene Vincent There's one in every town And the devil drives 'till the hearse arrives And you lay that pistol down Sweet gene Vincent There's nowhere left to hide With lazy skin and ash-tray eyes A perforated pride So farewell mademoiselle, knicker-bocker hotel Farewell to money owed But when your leg still hurts and you need more shirts You got to get back on the road
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Written by: CHARLES JEREMY JANKEL, IAN ROBINS DURY
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"Sweet Gene Vincent" is a song by English musician Ian Dury, who was renowned for his wit and lyrical style in the new wave era of rock music.
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Album EnrollmentThe song is included in the album "New Boots and Panties!!". Released in 1977, this album became Ian Dury's most successful one.
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Tribute Theme"Sweet Gene Vincent" is a tribute to the famous rockabilly singer Gene Vincent, who was a significant influence on Ian Dury's music.
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Song StructureThe song has a unique structure: the first half is slow and melancholic, reminiscent of a ballad, while the second half picks up a lively rhythm in the style of rock 'n' roll.
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Quirky LyricsThe lyrics of the song are known for their poetic charm and Dury's distinctive Cockney pronunciation, which adds a unique flavor to the song’s rockabilly style.
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Combined Genres"Sweet Gene Vincent" combines elements of both punk rock and traditional rhythm and blues music, contributing to the distinctive sound of British new wave music in the late 70s.
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Song ImpactDespite not being released as a single, "Sweet Gene Vincent" has become one of Ian Dury's most recognized songs.
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Iconic Clothing ReferenceThe lyrics praise Gene Vincent’s iconic black leather outfit, which is a sartorial symbol of 1950s rock and roll culture.
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Popular in Live Performances"Sweet Gene Vincent" was a popular feature in Ian Dury’s live setlists, where the juxtaposition of tempo provided a dynamic contrast during shows.
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Final TributeGene Vincent passed away ten months after the release of the song, making "Sweet Gene Vincent" a poignant last tribute from Ian Dury to his idol.
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Inspiring New GenerationsThe song has been covered and reinterpreted by numerous artists since its original release, demonstrating the enduring appeal of both Ian Dury and Gene Vincent's music.
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