Love's a Prima Donna
Cockney Rebel, Steve Harley
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I should say by the way that you're acting today I can tell by the sigh in your eye I can sure understand by the palm of your hand That you know I'm so hot I could fry Because I've chased you, embraced you 'n' turned round 'n' faced you Crowned you the truth of my youth But you give me the line in the words of our time It's like living a stew that's what most lovers do It's like escaping the sun, there's nowwhere you can run Chorus: I believe, I believe love's a lover's honour I believe, I believe love's a prima donna too I shoulda guessed by the rest of the men that you've blessed I was only an eye for an eye But you wanted a part of my innocent heart I was only your ship in the night I shoulda knew, shoulda knew I was out just fro you I believe in the power of the night But like a fool I was had, now it's driving me mad I was only a prize in your libertine eyes I had it coming to me I was too late to see Chorus: I believe, I believe love's a lover's honour I believe, I believe love's a prima donna too I could fight with the might of a thief in the night I could kick, I could tear at your hair I could break you in two like a man ought to do But the woman I see has a right to be free And the woman I need is a mischievous breed Don't wanna live in a stew that's what most lovers do It's like escaping the sun, there's nowwhere you can run Chorus: (fade)
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Written by: STEVE HARLEY
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10 facts about this song
Artist history“Love’s a Prima Donna” is a song by Steve Harley, an English singer-songwriter best known as the frontman of Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel, a glam rock band of the 1970s.
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Album informationThe song is the title track from Steve Harley’s album ‘Love’s a Prima Donna', the fifth studio album by Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel, released in 1976.
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Chart performanceThough it wasn't the biggest hit from the album, “Love's a Prima Donna” did achieve some degree of commercial success. It reached a high of number 28 in the UK singles chart.
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Unique styleThe song incorporates various musical genres. It's a unique blend of Steve Harley's signature glam rock style with some elements of pop and avant-garde.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song tell the story of love, depicting it as a prima donna – a term generally used to describe excessively demanding individuals, usually in the context of opera or theatre.
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PopularityDespite its relatively lower chart performance, "Love's a Prima Donna" remains a fan favorite, often being played live in Steve Harley's concerts.
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Vocal performanceIn "Love's a Prima Donna", Steve Harley's unique vocal abilities are highlighted, particularly his ability to convey emotion through his singing.
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Accompanying music videoThe music video for "Love's a Prima Donna" depicts Harley and his band performing the song in a disco setting, reflecting the fun, flamboyant style of the 70s.
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Influence on other artistsThe song has been covered by a number of other bands and artists over the years, highlighting its impact and enduring popularity.
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Backing vocal contributionNotably, the song features backing vocals from British singer Tina Charles, who was a successful disco artist around the same time.
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