In the Flesh
Blondie
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Blondie - In The Flesh Darlin' darlin' darlin' I can't wait to see you Your picture ain't enough I can't wait to touch you in the flesh Darlin' darlin' darlin' I can't wait to hear you Remembering your love Is nothing without you in the flesh Went walking one day on the lower East side Met you with a girlfriend, you were so divine She said, "Hands off this one sweetie, this boy is mine." I couldn't resist you, I'm not deaf, dumb, and blind Darlin' darlin' darlin' Now you're out of town Those girls that you run with They bring my head down Ooh Darlin' darlin' Watch out if I see you 'Cause if you say hello It'll mean you want to see me in the flesh Ooh warm and soft, in the flesh Ooh close and hot, in the flesh Ooh
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Written by: CHARLES L. STEWART, COURTENAY HENDERSON, DANTE LAMAR GIVENS, LUCAS CHRISTIAN MACFADDEN, MARC F. STUART, MARK ALI POTSIC
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24 facts about this song
Artist"In the Flesh" is a song by American rock band Blondie. They were formed in 1974 by singer Debbie Harry and guitarist Chris Stein.
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GenreThe song is often characterized as pop or soft rock, a genre shift from the band's earlier punk sound.
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Release Date"In the Flesh" was released on September 23, 1976, as part of Blondie's self-titled debut album.
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Chart PerformanceIt was one of Blondie's first big hits, reaching number 2 in Australia in 1977.
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B-SideThe B-side of the "In the Flesh" single is "Man Overboard".
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Success StoryThe song initially didn't meet success in the U.S. but became a big hit in Australia by mistake. The band's label released "X Offender" as the lead single, but the b-side "In the Flesh" caught on with music listeners in Australia.
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Song Content"In the Flesh" is a romantic ballad that showcases Debbie Harry's vocals, shedding a different light on the band known for its new wave and punk style.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, made in 1977, features the band performing on a stage with a shiny curtain backdrop.
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Popularity in AustraliaThe success of "In the Flesh" in Australia led Blondie to tour the country in 1977. They were greeted by screaming fans, reminiscent of Beatlemania.
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SongwritersThe song was penned by Blondie's lead guitarist Chris Stein and lead vocalist Debbie Harry.
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Notable PerformanceBlondie performed "In the Flesh" on the popular Australian music TV show 'Countdown'.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by the Australian singer Melissa Tkautz in 2005.
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LegacyDespite initially being overshadowed by the band's later hits, "In the Flesh" has since been recognized as a key song in Blondie's catalog and is included on several of their greatest hits compilations.
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Release Details"In the Flesh" is a song by the American band Blondie. It was originally released in 1976 as part of their self-titled debut album.
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Commercial SuccessInitially, the song only gained moderate success in the U.S. However, it became a number-one hit in Australia in 1977.
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Genre SpecificationsThough the band is popularly associated with the punk/new wave music scene, "In the Flesh" is more reflective of an early girl group pop sound, showcasing the band's genre versatility.
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InfluenceThis song played a crucial role in Blondie’s international popularity. Their breakthrough in Australia, primarily due to "In the Flesh," helped pave the way for their subsequent success in the UK, US and elsewhere.
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Music VideoThe song’s music video was directed by Richard Robinson, a noted underground filmmaker and it was produced in the style of an art film, quite uncharacteristic for typical rock acts of the era.
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Chart PositionOn the Australian singles chart, it spent a total of seven weeks at number one.
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Rare Beatle-Like AchievementIn the first week of 1978, Blondie had both the number one single ("In the Flesh") and album ("Blondie") on the Australian charts, a feat not seen since The Beatles in 1964.
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Vinyl ReleaseThe vinyl release of the song brings a unique experience as it was paired with another famous Blondie song, "X Offender."
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SongwritingLike most Blondie songs, "In the Flesh" was written by the band's core songwriter partnership of Debbie Harry and Chris Stein.
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Role ReversalUnlike many of the songs that feature Debbie Harry’s clear vocals, "In the Flesh" involves her singing in a more delicate, light tone, exhibiting her diverse vocal abilities.
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Unintended HitIt was reported that "In the Flesh" was played on a radio station by accident, as the DJ intended to play the flip side, "X Offender". The unexpected airplay is what led to the song becoming popular.
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