Lucky Man
The Verve
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Lucky Man" by The Verve was released on November 24, 1997.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song reached number 7 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Album Association"Lucky Man" is part of The Verve's third album named "Urban Hymns".
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SongwritingRichard Ashcroft, the lead vocalist of The Verve, wrote the song in just 15 minutes.
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Equipment UsedThe song is known for its extensive use of the Mellotron, a keyboard instrument that uses magnetic tape to generate sound.
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Critical Acclaim"Lucky Man" has been lauded for its touching and emotional lyrics, contributing to its enduring popularity.
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Licensed PlayThe song was used in the 2004 film "The Girl Next Door," expanding its exposure to audiences outside of the UK.
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Lyrics OriginAshcroft revealed in an interview that he wrote the song when he was just 11 years old.
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Singing ApproachAshcroft sings the song in first-person, which adds a personal and intimate feeling to the track.
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Song RecognitionIn 2018, "Lucky Man" was voted as the 74th best Britpop song in a poll by Paste Magazine.
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MeaningThe song is about finding gratitude and happiness in the simple things in life, rather than yearning for materialistic success.
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Acoustic VersionAn acoustic version of "Lucky Man" was released on the B-side of the single.
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