Real Gone Kid
Deacon Blue
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And I'd tear out the pages That I've got in these books Just to find you some words Just to get some reward And I'll show you all the photographs That I ever got took And I'll play you old 45's That now mean nothing to me And you're a real gone kid And maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby I'll do what I should have did Now I've stood on your shadow And I've watched it grow And it's shaken and it's driven me And let me know Let me know let me know let me know About all the old 45s And the paperback rooms And it's scattered all the photographs Of summers and suns And you're a real gone kid And maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby Maybe now baby I'll do what I should have did Cause you're a real Gone
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Written by: RICKY ROSS
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11 facts about this song
Release and Ranking"Real Gone Kid" was released as a single by Deacon Blue in October 1988. It became one of the band's most successful songs, reaching number 8 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Album InclusionThe song is featured on the band's second studio album, "When The World Knows Your Name," which was a number 1 hit in the UK.
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Meaningful LyricsDeacon Blue's frontman, Ricky Ross, wrote "Real Gone Kid" as a tribute to singer Maria McKee, whom he greatly admired. The lyrics express his admiration and exuberance.
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Legendary PerformanceThe song is well-known for its highly energetic performance on the British music television show "Top of the Pops," during which Ross sang while jumping off a mock street lamp post.
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Re-Release"Real Gone Kid" was re-released in 1994 as part of the band's "Our Town – The Greatest Hits" album, indicating its enduring popularity.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Real Gone Kid" was directed by Andy Morahan, a prominent music video director in the '80s who has also worked with George Michael and Guns N' Roses.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "Real Gone Kid," including English musician Paul Weller, indicating the song's significant influence in the industry.
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RecognitionIn a UK nationwide poll in 2005 by Channel Five, "Real Gone Kid" was voted number 82 in the list of the 100 Greatest Songs of the 80s.
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Song's StructureThe song is recognized for its unique structure, featuring a prominent keyboard part and a memorable guitar hook, alongside Ross's passionate vocals.
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Resonance with Fans"Real Gone Kid" remains a fan favourite and is typically served as an anthem during Deacon Blue's live performances.
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Inspirational ImpactThis song also influenced other up-and-coming musicians and bands at that time, proving its impact and relevance in the music industry.
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