Keep on Working
Pete Townshend
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I was digging in the yard today When a letter came from Southampton way Keep on working Keep on working I must admit I was a bit in the red But if you never have pleasure then you could be dead Keep on working Keep on working But there's on thing They can't take away Hear the sea sing See a smiling face I think we're OK Though we all could be mad That's what they say We just can't all be bad I got something now to think about I'll work all day but not to pay it out Keep on working Keep on working Don't care if they say where a dying race I'd rather be here than any other place Keep on working Keep on working And there's another whirl They can't ever touch Just need a boy and girl It don't cost you much And if your luck is in you might have kids at play To make you laugh and sing When you're old and gray
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Written by: PETER DENNIS BLANDFOR TOWNSHEND
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10 facts about this song
Artist Information"Keep on Working" is a song created by Pete Townshend, an English rock musician best known as the primary songwriter and lead guitarist for the rock band, The Who.
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Album DetailsThe track featured on Pete Townshend's solo album, "Empty Glass," which was released in April 1980.
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Song Meaning"Keep on Working" carries a message of pushing through trials and tribulations, inspiring individuals to keep moving forward despite any hardships they may face.
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Commercial SuccessAlthough the "Empty Glass" album was successful and reached #5 on the Billboard 200 chart, "Keep on Working" was not released as a single and thus didn't chart.
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Song StyleSimilar to most of the Empty Glass album, "Keep on Working" showcases Pete Townshend's ability to blend rock with elements of new wave and punk, symbolizing the musical transitions the industry was experiencing during that time.
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Instruments UsedTownshend played all instruments on many of the tracks on the album, including "Keep on Working." This includes guitar, synthesizer, and vocals.
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Notable LyricsIt begins with the lyrics, “Ain't gonna get on no airplane. I ain't gonna take no boat. I ain't gonna get in no big car, just you keep me afloat.”
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SongwritingOn "Keep on working," Pete Townshend showcased his lyrical prowess and ability to craft meaningful, relatable lyrics that resonated with fans.
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ReceptionReviews were mixed, with critics praising Townshend's songwriting abilities and thematic messaging while others criticized the overall sound of the song as being less polished or innovative compared to other tracks on the album.
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Personal Significance"Empty Glass," including "Keep on Working," was highly personal for Townshend. He poured a lot of emotional energy into the creation of the album, often paralleling themes with aspects of his own life.
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