Crackity Jones
Pixies
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Jose Jones Told me alone his story He got friends like Pacro Picopiedra La Muneca He receives on his set Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Please forgive me Jose Jones You need these walls For your own I'm movin' out of this hospedaje I'm afraid you'll cut me boy Thirty miles by Hundred miles by stinkin' island Por goofiar an' cruisin' automobile Chasin' voices he receives in his head Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack, Crackity Jones Crack, crack, Crackity Jones
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Written by: CHARLES THOMPSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Songwriting"Crackity Jones" was written by Black Francis, the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the Pixies.
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Album InformationThis track is included in their second studio album, "Doolittle," released in 1989.
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Influence and InspirationThe song was inspired by Black Francis' roommate in college, who he described as a little weird and slightly psychotic.
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Guitar EffectThe remarkable guitar effect in the song is a result of Joey Santiago's unique guitar playing style.
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Song Structure"Crackity Jones" is a typically short Pixies' song, with a run-time of only 1:24.
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LanguageThe song includes a small section of Spanish lyrics, reflecting Black Francis' interest in Hispanic culture and language.
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Musical StyleThe song incorporates elements of punk rock and surf rock, two genres that greatly influenced the Pixies' overall sound.
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Pop Culture"Crackity Jones" has been featured on popular TV shows, including "The Sopranos."
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Live PerformancesDespite its short length, "Crackity Jones" has been a highlight of many Pixies' live performances.
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ReceptionWhen "Doolittle" was first released, "Crackity Jones" was praised by critics for its high energy and eccentric elements.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough it wasn't released as a single, "Doolittle," the album that "Crackity Jones" appeared on, reached the Billboard 200 in the U.S. and the UK Albums Chart.
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Studio RecordingThe song was recorded at Downtown Recorders in Boston, Massachusetts.
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