Domino

Van Morrison

About Domino

"Domino" is a hit song written by Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison. It is the opening track of his fourth studio album, His Band and the Street Choir. This song is Morrison's personal musical tribute to New Orleans R&B singer and pianist Fats Domino. It was released by Warner Bros. Records in October 1970 as the first of three singles from the album and reached number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. As of 2016, "Domino" remains Morrison's highest charting single ever, surpassing Morrison's signature song, "Brown Eyed Girl" which had charted at number 10 in 1967.  


Year:
1990
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Don't want to discuss it
I think it's time for a change
You may get disgusted
Start thinkin' that I'm strange

In that case I'll go underground
Get some heavy rest
Never have to worry
About what is worst and what is best (get it)

Oh oh Domino (all right)
Roll me over Romeo
There you go
Lord have mercy

I said oh oh Domino
Roll me over Romeo
There you go
Say it again

I said oh oh Domino
I said oh oh Domino, dig it

There's no need for argument
There's no argument at all
And if you never hear from him
That just means he didn't call or vice versa
That depends on wherever you're at
Or and if you never hear from me
That just means I would rather not

Oh oh Domino
Roll me over Romeo
There you go
Lord have mercy
I said oh oh Domino
Roll me over Romeo

There you go
Say it again
Oh oh Domino
I said oh oh Domino.

Hey Mr. DJ
I just want to hear some rhythm and blues music
On the radio
On the radio
On the radio
Uh-uh, all right
Uh-uh, all right
Uh-uh, all right
Uh-uh
Hear the band
One more time

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Van Morrison

Van Morrison, OBE (born George Ivan Morrison; 31 August 1945) is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. His live performances at their best are described as transcendental, while some of his recordings, such as the studio albums Astral Weeks and Moondance and the live album It's Too Late to Stop Now, are critically acclaimed and appear at the top of many greatest album lists. more »

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Written by: VAN MORRISON

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Domino" was released on October 30th, 1970, as a single from the album "His Band and the Street Choir."
Album Features
This song hails from Van Morrison's fourth studio album, "His Band and the Street Choir." This album was entirely written by Morrison and was a commercial success.
Chart Performance
"Domino" is one of Van Morrison's most successful songs, reaching no. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and no. 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
Musical Style
The song embodies a rhythmic, R&B style with a strong spiritual and gospel influence, reflecting Morrison's love for classic R&B.
Inspiration
"Domino" was inspired by the music of Fats Domino, a renowned American singer and pianist known for his rhythm and blues sound.
Live Performances
"Domino" is a standard in Morrison's live set, even decades after its release, indicating its endearing popularity.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, including the likes of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, who included it in their sets during several live performances.
Television Appearance
"Domino" was featured in a season four episode of the popular TV show "The Sopranos."
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics reference themes of joy and celebration, with the cryptic style of storytelling often found in Morrison's songwriting. It also references Jackie Wilson, another famous R&B singer.
Critical Reception
Despite certain critics initially noting the song as too simplistic or repetitive, "Domino" has endured as one of Morrison's most beloved tracks and is often cited as a handsome example of his songwriting prowess.

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