Don't Let Go the Coat
Pete Townshend
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I can't be held responsible for my behavior I lost all contact with my only savior Please don't lock me out because I missed to phone ya I can't bear to live forever like a loner Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat I seen you on a Tuesday morning Everyone but me seems still to be yawning I can write a letter and I'm gonna to ya Am I gone blind thinking about you lot Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat I try to explain but you never understand it I need your body but I can't just demand it Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat I can't be held responsible for my behavior I lost all contact with my only savior Please don't lock me out because I missed to phone ya I can't bear to live forever like a loner Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Keep singing Don't let go of the coat Keep telling myself now Don't let go of the coat That's why I'm singing now Don't let go of the coat Oo, Don't let go of the coat Admitting to myself Don't let go of the coat Quit felling bad for myself Don't let go of the coat Just gotta look after myself Don't let go of the coat Oh, Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat Don't let go of the coat
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Written by: PETER DENNIS BLANDFOR TOWNSHEND
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"Don't Let Go the Coat" was written by Pete Townshend, the principal songwriter for The Who.
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Album ReleaseThis song was released in 1981 as part of The Who's album "Face Dances."
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Don't Let Go the Coat" hit number 47 on the UK Singles Chart and number 84 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Don't Let Go the Coat" can be seen as addressing spiritual themes, with many interpreting them as referring to Meher Baba, the spiritual guru with whom Townshend had a long-standing involvement.
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VideoThe music video for "Don't Let Go the Coat" was one of the earliest examples of a music video with a narrative, and it helped to establish the format's popularity.
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Band Dynamics"Don't Let Go the Coat" was released during a tumultuous period in The Who's history, with tensions between the band members running high.
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Unique SoundThis track is known for its distinct sound featuring acoustic guitar and a driving rhythm, showcasing the band's ability to experiment with different musical styles.
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Track Length"Don't Let Go the Coat" is one of the shorter songs on the "Face Dances" album, with a runtime under four minutes.
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Critical ReceptionThe media's reaction to the song was mixed, but it has been retrospectively praised for its lyrics and the strength of Townshend's songwriting.
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Live PerformancesDespite its commercial success, "Don't Let Go the Coat" was only performed live by The Who on a few occasions and was largely excluded from their concert setlists.
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Lineup ChangeThis song also marks a significant change in the band's lineup. "Don't Let Go the Coat" was one of the first songs that The Who recorded following the death of their original drummer, Keith Moon. The album "Face Dances" was the first album featuring new drummer, Kenney Jones.
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