Clubland
Elvis Costello & the Attractions, Elvis Costello
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With a handful of backhanders and a bevy of beauty Going off-limits, going off duty Going off the rails, going off with booty They tell tales of fiction found on all the criminal types Lead to a higher-ranking man or a face with thin red stripes The boys next door The mums and dads New-weds and nearly-deads Have you ever been had in clubland? In clubland There's a piece in someone's pocket to do the dirty work You've come to shoot the pony, they've come to do the jerk They leave him halfway to paradise, they leave you halfway to bliss The ladies' invitation never seemed like this The boys next door The mums and dads New-weds and nearly-deads Have you ever been had in clubland? In clubland The long arm of the law slides up the outskirts of town Meanwhile in clubland they are ready to pull them down Hey The right to work is traded in for the right to refuse admission Don't pass out now, there's no refund, did you find out what you were missing? The crowd is taking forty winks minus ten percent You barely get required sleep to go lingering with contemptment Thursday to Saturday Money's gone already Some things come in common these days Your hands and work aren't steady The boys next door The mums and dads New-weds and nearly-deads Have you ever been had in clubland? In clubland In clubland In clubland, he-e-y
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Written by: ELVIS COSTELLO
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"Clubland" is a song by English singer-songwriter Elvis Costello. It was released as a single in 1981 on the F-Beat label.
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Album InclusionThe song is included in Costello's seventh studio album, "Trust", which was released on 23 January 1981.
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Genre"Clubland" can be classified under the genre of New Wave, a style of pop music that gained popularity in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached the position number 60 on the UK Singles Chart.
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LyricismThe song demonstrates Costello's sharp lyricism, a trait that's made him recognized as one of the most respected songwriters of his generation.
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Backup BandThe song features The Attractions as his backing band. This group consisted of Steve Nieve on keyboards, Bruce Thomas on bass guitar, and Pete Thomas on drums.
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Theme"Clubland" is often interpreted as a critical view of dance clubs and the escapism they provide, a common theme in Costello's work.
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Music VideoA music video was also filmed for "Clubland", which further popularized the song.
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ProducersThe song was produced by Nick Lowe and Roger Bechirian, two renowned figures in the music industry.
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Cover VersionsWhile it isn't covered as frequently as some of Costello's other hits, some notable versions have been performed by artists such as Demi Lovato and Ben Folds.
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Live Performances"Clubland" remains a popular addition to Costello's setlists during live performances, showcasing its enduring appeal.
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Critics' ChoiceThe song is often mentioned in critics' lists of Costello's best songs, a testament to its lasting impact.
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