The Electrician
The Walker Brothers
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Baby its slow When lights Go low There's no help No Baby its slow When lights Go low There's no help No He's Drilling through The spiritus sanctus Tonight Through The dark hip falls Screaming Oh you mambos Kill me And Kill me And Kill me If I Jerk the handle You'll die In your dreams If I Jerk the handle Jerk the handle You'll Thrill me And Thrill me And Thrill me Baby it's slow When lights Go low There's no help No
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Written by: Scott Engel
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13 facts about this song
Song Origin"The Electrician" is a song from 1978, created by the American pop group 'The Walker Brothers'.
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Scott Walker's ContributionScott Walker, born as Noel Scott Engel was a member of The Walker Brothers, and the sole author of "The Electrician".
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Album Details"The Electrician" was part of the final studio album from The Walker Brothers, titled "Nite Flights".
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Scott Walker's RoleScott Walker, as lead vocalist, portrayed the face of the group and was the most outstanding brother singing on "The Electrician".
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Song ThemeThe song is said to be an allegory for the political and military involvement of America in various parts of the world, particularly South America.
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Musical StyleThe song exhibits a unique combination of ambient, avant-garde, and art rock, distinguished from the earlier pop style of The Walker Brothers.
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Popularity & Influence"The Electrician" is considered one of the band’s most influential works, often cited as inspiring many other musicians in the genres of experimental and alternative rock.
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Critical AcclamationOver the years, "The Electrician" has received critical acclaim for its innovative style and mature theme.
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Cover VersionsBritish musician David Sylvian recorded a cover version of "The Electrician" in 2000 for his compilation album "Everything and Nothing".
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LegacyThe Walker Brothers disbanded after the release of "Nite Flights", but "The Electrician" continues to be remembered as one of their most iconic songs.
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Movie Reference"The Electrician" was used in the movie "Bronson" by Nicolas Winding Refn as well as in the movie "Inglourious Basterds" by Quentin Tarantino.
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Walker's ReflectionsIn later interviews, Scott Walker recalled "The Electrician" with a sense of pride, acknowledging the song's unique character and its position in their musical transition.
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Song Length"The Electrician" is approximately six minutes long, suggesting The Walker Brothers' increasing interest in extending their musical expressions.
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