My Patch

Jim Noir

About My Patch

My Patch is a song by English singer-songwriter Jim Noir. Released as both an extended play and standalone single, it appears as the lead single off his debut album Tower of Love. The song has been used several times in popular culture. It appears in the 2008 video game LittleBigPlanet. Noir released a new version of the song with altered lyrics for a Target advertisement for Christmas 2007.


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If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

If you ever step on my patch
I'll bring you down
I'll bring you down

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Jim Noir

Jim Noir is the stage name of Alan Roberts, an English singer-songwriter from Davyhulme, Salford. more »

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Written by: Alan Peter Roberts

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15 facts about this song

Release Details
The song "My Patch" was released by Jim Noir in 2004.
Genre
The song falls under the Indie Pop genre and it showcases Noir's influencing styles of Folk, Pop, and Psychedelia.
Famous Usage
"My Patch" gained significant popularity when it appeared in a series of Christmas advertisements for Flat Eric, created by Levi’s, in 2005.
Soundtrack Appearance
The song was featured on the soundtrack of the popular video game "Little Big Planet".
Album
The song is from Jim Noir's debut album, "Tower of Love".
Commercial Usage
"My Patch" was also used in a 2012 commercial for Corona Beer.
Chart Performance
Although the song did not score high on music charts, it accumulated a cult following and has been described as an "indie anthem."
Musical Style
The song is notable for its quirky lyrics and its incorporation of oddball, psychedelic pop sounds.
Remixes
In 2007, Hot Chip remixed "My Patch", which added another layer of popularity to the original track.
Artist Background
Jim Noir, whose real name is Alan Roberts, is a singer-songwriter from Manchester, England who began his career in 2004.
Inspirations
Noir's music, including "My Patch", is often compared to artists like The Beatles, Beach Boys, and ELO due to his similar style of harmonies and melody-centric compositions.
Live Performances
"My Patch" is often played in Noir's live performances and continues to be one of his signature songs.
Lyrics Theme
The song's lyrics have been interpreted as a representation of Noir's quirks and eccentricities, and the “patch” could be symbolic of his own unique space in the music scene.
Album Reviews
“My Patch” was one of the standout tracks on "Tower of Love", which received favorable reviews from critics and was described as “charmingly idiosyncratic".
Song Fact
The catchy tune and whimsical lyrics have made it a favorite amongst his followers and continues to be a highlight in his discography. As of 2021, My Patch has over 1.5 million plays on Spotify.

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