Driving in My Car
Madness
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I've been driving in my car, it's not quite a Jaguar I bought it in Primrose Hill from a bloke from Brazil It was made in fifty-nine in a factory by the Tyne It says Morris on the door, the G.P.O. owned it before I drive in it for my job, the governor calls me a slob But I don't really care, give me some gas and the open air It's a bit old but it's mine, I mend it in my spare time Just last week I changed the oil, the rocker valves and the coil Just last week I changed the oil Last week it went round the clock, I also had a little knock I dented somebody's fender, he learnt not to park on a bender, ha ha ha I've been driving in my car, it don't look much but I've been far I drive up to Muswell Hill, I've even been to Selsey Bill I drove along the A45, I had her up to 58 This copper stopped me the other day, you're mistaken what could I say The tyres were a little worn, they were O.K., I could have sworn I like driving in my car, I'm satisfied I've got this far I like driving in my car, it don't look much but I've been far I like driving in my car, even with a flat tyre I like driving in my car, it's not quite a Jaguar I like driving in my car, I'm satisfied I've got this far
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Written by: CATHAL JOSEPH SMYTH, CHRISTOPHER JOHN FOREMAN, DANIEL MARK WOODGATE, GRAHAM MCPHERSON, LEE JAY THOMPSON, MARK WILLIAM BEDFORD, MICHAEL BARSON
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11 facts about this song
Album and Release"Driving in my Car" is a song by British band Madness. It was released as a stand-alone single on July 24, 1982, instead of being included on any of their studio albums.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did exceptionally well on the charts. It peaked at number 4 in the UK Singles Chart, maintaining Madness' streak of top 10 hits in 1981-1982.
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Song Production"Driving in my Car" was produced by Clive Langer and Alan Winstanley, notable producers who worked with various artists like Elvis Costello, Morrissey, and David Bowie.
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Video FeatureThe music video for "Driving in my Car" showcases the band in and around a 1959-model Morris Minor. It conveys a trip around their hometown, London.
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CompilationDespite not being attached to an album at the time of release, "Driving in my Car" is featured in various Madness compilation albums including Divine Madness, Total Madness, and Madness.
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B-Sides FeatureThe song's B-side was a cover of "Animal Farm (Tomorrow's Dream)". This track wound up being included on the twelve-inch version of "Driving in my Car".
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InspirationLyrically, the song is inspired by member Graham McPherson's (better known as Suggs) first car, a second-hand, restored Morris Minor convertible.
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Re-release FeatureIn 2010, the track was re-released as part of a 'driving' album and incorporated into a musical, "Our House", based on Madness songs.
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Band's LegacyMadness is one of the most prominent bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s 2 Tone ska revival in the UK, and "Driving in my Car" is often considered one of their signature songs.
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ResemblanceThe track's resemblance to the music of the 1950s and 1960s reflects Madness' appreciation for retro styles, helping them to carve out their unique niche in the music industry.
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Live Performances"Driving in my Car" has been performed at many of Madness’ concerts and live performances throughout their career, cementing its place as a fan favorite.
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