Greetings to the New Brunette

Billy Bragg

About Greetings to the New Brunette

"Greetings to the New Brunette" is a song by Billy Bragg from the 1986 album Talking with the Taxman About Poetry. It was the second single from the album, following "Levi Stubbs' Tears", and reached No. 58 on the UK Singles Chart in October 1986. The song features Johnny Marr on electric guitar, and vocals by Kirsty MacColl. The song was selected by actor David Tennant as one of his Desert Island Discs in 2010. The lyrics "Whoops, there goes another year / Whoops, there goes another pint of beer" echo the "Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant. .. Oops, there goes a billion kilowatt dam" lyrics from the 1959 Frank Sinatra song "High Hopes" composed by Sammy Cahn and James Van Heusen. more »

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Billy Bragg

Stephen William Bragg (born 20 December 1957) — known as Billy Bragg — is an English alternative rock musician and left-wing activist. His music blends elements of folk music, punk rock and protest songs, and his lyrics mostly deal with political or romantic themes. His music career has lasted more than thirty years. more »

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Release Details "Greetings to the New Brunette" is a song by British singer-songwriter Billy Bragg from his 1986 album "Talking with the Taxman about Poetry".
Collaboration The song features backing vocals from Kirsty MacColl. This marked one of the significant collaborations between Bragg and MacColl.
Lyrics & Theme This song, like many of Bragg's compositions, combines elements of love and politics. It talks about the idea of changing oneself for the sake of a relationship.
Songwriting Billy Bragg is known for his unique songwriting style, blending elements of rock and folk music. "Greetings to the New Brunette" is an example of his narrative-driven songwriting.
Music Video The music video for "Greetings to the New Brunette" features Bragg and MacColl, with Bragg playing guitar in different settings and MacColl seen singing the chorus.
Critical Reception Like many songs on the album, "Greetings to the New Brunette" was well-received by critics who appreciated its thoughtful lyrics and catchy melodies.
Popular Performance "Greetings to the New Brunette" is a staple in Billy Bragg's live sets and is typically met with positive reception from audiences.
The Album Info "Talking with the Taxman about Poetry" is Bragg's third album, released in 1986. The album features more polished production compared to his earlier works.
Cover Art The cover art for "Talking with the Taxman about Poetry" features Bragg's portrait along with the title of the album scrawled in what appears to be lipstick.
Kirsty MacColl's Contribution Kirsty MacColl's vocals in "Greetings to the New Brunette" add a distinctive touch to the song, making it a memorable collaboration in Bragg's discography.
Record Label "Greetings to the New Brunette" was released under the record label Go! Discs.

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