Poor Boy
Split Enz
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My love is alien, I picked her up by chance She speaks to me, with ultra-high frequencies Radio band of gold Gonna listen til I grow old Oo hoo hoo what more can a poor boy do? Oo hoo hoo what more can a poor boy do? Oo hoo hoo hoo The crackle of the radio A message in the evening sky You're looking at an interplanetary Romeo I'll never see her face between us there's too much space Oo hoo hoo what more can a poor boy do? Oo hoo hoo what more can a poor boy do? Oo hoo hoo hoo... yeah?! Keep losing you...Ooh hoo hoo what more can a poor boy do? Ooh hoo hoo... what more can a poor boy do? Ooh hoo hoo... What more, what more... What more, what more What more can a poor boy do?
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Written by: BRIAN TIMOTHY FINN, EDWARD RAYNER
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Poor Boy" is a song by the band, Split Enz, which is a New Zealand rock band. The band is known for its eclectic sound and visually theatrical performances.
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Song ReleaseThis song is from their 1980 album "True Colours," which was their fifth studio album. It's one of the group's most successful albums, with numerous chart-topping hits in both New Zealand and Australia.
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Band MembersTim Finn, founding member of Split Enz, performed the lead vocals on "Poor Boy." He also contributed substantially to the songwriting process.
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High RankingsAfter the album's release in the UK, "Poor Boy" climbed to number 11 on the chart showing how well it was received by the public.
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Musical StyleThe song showcases the band's unique blend of art rock and pop, and it's characterized by a mixture of bizarre and often surreal lyrics, coupled with catchy tunes.
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Cover VersionsThe song "Poor Boy" was also covered by other artists, including Jenny Morris, who recorded her version on the 2005 tribute album "She Will Have Her Way," featuring various female artists performing songs written by Tim Finn and his brother, Neil Finn.
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics of "Poor Boy" delve into feelings of frustration, loneliness, and longing, underscoring its overall melancholic tone.
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Cinematic ReleaseThe song was used in the 2000 Australian film "The Dish," which brings attention to its relevancy and classic status.
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Signature Song"Poor Boy" is considered one of the signature tunes for Split Enz and has often been part of their live performances even after the band members pursued solo careers.
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AwardsTim Finn, the primary performer and songwriter of "Poor Boy", was awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 1993 for his contributions to the music industry further highlighting his talent displayed in songs like these.
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