Twisting by the Pool
Dire Straits
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We're going on a holiday now Gonna take a villa, a small chalet On the Costa del Magnifico Where the cost of living is so low Yeah, we're gonna be so neat Dance to the Eurobeat Yeah, we're gonna be so cool Twisting by the pool Sitting in a small cafe now Swing, swing, swinging to the cabaret You want to see a movie, take in a show now Meet new people at the disco Yeah, we're gonna be so neat Dance to the Eurobeat Yeah, we're gonna be so cool Twisting by the pool And we can still get information Reading all about inflation And you're never gonna be out of reach There's a call-box on the beach Mmm, you're gonna look so cute Sunglasses and a bathing suit Be the baby of my dreams Like the ladies in the magazines Yeah, we're gonna be so neat Dance to the Eurobeat Yeah, we're gonna be so cool Twisting by the pool I'm a twisting fool Just twisting, yeah, twisting Twisting by the pool
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Twisting by the Pool" by Dire Straits was released in 1982.
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SingleIt was released as a standalone single and was not initially featured on any studio album.
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Music StyleThe song has a unique style, showing the band's ability to step away from their usual rock sound and produce a lighthearted, almost pop-like track with the twist dance theme.
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Extended PlayWhile not part of any album initially, "Twisting by the Pool" was later included in the band's Extended Play (EP) titled "Twisting by the Pool."
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Music VideoThe music video of the song features the band performing at a pool party, fitting the jovial mood of the song.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success, peaking at No. 1 in New Zealand and reaching the top 20 in several other territories, including the UK and Canada.
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LineupThe lineup of Dire Straits that recorded "Twisting by the Pool" included Mark Knopfler, John Illsley, Alan Clark, and Pick Withers.
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ProducerThe song was produced by Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits.
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Extended Dance PlayThe song's success led to it being included in the "ExtendedancEPlay", a four-song 12-inch EP featuring two other upbeat tunes: "Two Young Lovers" and "If I Had You."
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Re-ReleaseThe song was re-released on Dire Straits' compilation albums "Money for Nothing" in 1988 and "Sultans of Swing: The Very Best of Dire Straits" in 1998.
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Bold ExperimentThe song was an experimental move by Dire Straits, known for their more serious, thoughtful rock songs. The upbeat, danceable sound and lighthearted lyrics marked a significant departure from their usual style.
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Audience ReactionDespite its commercial success, some Dire Straits fans reportedly did not appreciate the shift in style represented by "Twisting by the Pool." Despite the controversy, the song remains an iconic part of the band's repertoire.
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