Stroke
Billy Squier
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Now everybody, have you heard, if you're in the game Then the stroke's the word Don't take no rhythm, Don't take no style Gotta thirst for killin', Grab your vial uh Put your right hand out, give a firm handshake Talk to me about that one big break Spread your ear pollution, both far and wide Keep your contributions by your side and Stroke me, stroke me Could be a winner boy you move mighty well Stroke me, stroke me (stroke) Stroke me, stroke me You got your number down Stroke me, stroke me Say you're a winner but babe, you're just a sinner now Put your left foot out, keep it all in place Work your way right into my face First you try to bet me, you make my backbone slide When you find you've bled me, slip on by, and Stroke me, stroke me Give me the reason this is all night long Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me Get yourself together boy Stroke me, stroke me Say you're a winner but man you're just a sinner now (Stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke, stroke) Better listen now Said it ain't no joke Don't let your conscience fail ya' Just do the stroke Don't ya' take no chances Keep your eye on top Do your fancy dances You can't stop you just Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke, stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke, stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke, stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) do it Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (keep on) (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me (Stroke) Stroke me, stroke me Say you're a winner but man you're just a sinner now
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8 facts about this song
Creation & ReleaseThe song "The Stroke" was written and recorded by Billy Squier. It was released in 1981 as the debut single from his Triple Platinum album 'Don't Say No'.
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Rock Music Classification"The Stroke" falls under the rock music genre, specifically classic and hard rock. It features a distinctive rhythm and guitar-driven sound.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 3 on Billboard's Top Tracks chart. It also performed well internationally, peaking at number 52 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music VideoKnown for its creative music video directed by Bob Giraldi, "The Stroke" was one of the early MTV staples. It depicted a stylized recording session, interspersed with images symbolizing the music industry.
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InterpretationBilly Squier has noted that "The Stroke" is a commentary on the darker, greed-driven side of the music industry. The lyrics "Put your right hand out, give a firm handshake" are interpretative of the promises and manipulations within the industry.
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Popular Culture"The Stroke" has been widely popular in popular culture and has appeared in several films such as "Blades of Glory" and "Billy Madison". It was also used in the video game "Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock".
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Cover Versions and SamplingArtists and bands such as Eminem and Mindless Self Indulgence have sampled "The Stroke" in their work. Moreover, the band Halestorm has performed a rendition of the song.
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LegacyDespite being written as a critique of the music industry, "The Stroke" has been embraced as one of Billy Squier's signature songs and remains one of his most popular tracks. It continues to receive heavy airplay on classic rock radio stations.
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