Kid
Pretenders
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Kid what changed your mood You've gone all sad so I feel sad too I think I know some things we never outgrow You think it's wrong I can tell you do How can I explain When you don't want me to Kid my only kid You look so small you've gone so quiet I know you know what I'm about I won't deny it But you forgive though you don't understand You've turned your head You've dropped my hand All my sorrow, all my blues All my sorrow Shut the light, go away Full of grace, you cover your face Kid gracious kid Your eyes are blue but you won't cry I know angry tears are too dear You won't let them go
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Written by: Christine Hynde
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11 facts about this song
Song Release"Kid" is a single released in 1979 by The Pretenders and it was the band's second single.
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Album Appearance"Kid" takes its place in The Pretenders' self-titled debut studio album.
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RecognitionIt was ranked among the top 30 songs in the UK charts.
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Song WritersThe song was written by Pretenders' lead vocalist Chrissie Hynde.
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Lyrics InterpretationSome fans interpret the song to be about abortion due to the lyric "Kid, my only kid".
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B-sideThe B-side of the single features the song "Tattooed Love Boys," which is also from their debut album.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is often classified as a power-pop or new-wave style song.
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Cover Versions"Kid" has been covered by several artists over the years, including the James Hunter Six and Chris Spedding.
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PerformanceIn live performances, the song is regularly performed differently from its recorded version in order to showcase the guitar skills of The Pretenders' lead guitarist, James Honeyman-Scott.
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Music VideoAlthough it was made for the single, The Pretenders' music video for "Kid" notably features a different version of the song than that which appears on their debut album. The music video begins with a spoken intro by Hynde.
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Legacy"Kid" remains a staple in the band's setlists to this day, showcasing its enduring popularity with fans.
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