Mule
Deep Purple
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No-one sees the things you do Because I stand in front of you But you drive me all the time Put the evil in my mind Used to sing and say my prayers Live my life without a care Now I have become a fool Because I listened to the mule How can I change when my mind is a friend Of a Lucifer hid in the ground Just another slave for the mule
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Written by: IAN GILLAN, IAN PAICE, JON LORD, RITCHIE BLACKMORE, ROGER GLOVER
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Mule" is a song by the British rock band Deep Purple, established in 1968.
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Album InclusionThe track was included in Deep Purple's sixth studio album titled "Fireball", released in 1971.
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Drum Solo Showcase"Mule" is notably remembered by fans for its extensive and unique drum solo played by band drummer Ian Paice.
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Live PerformancesThis track was regularly performed during the band's live shows in the 1970s and was often stretched out with an extensive jam and drum solo.
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Re-releaseThe song was later re-released on the "Deep Purple in Concert" album, which was a live compilation album from the band released in 1980.
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MusiciansThe members of the band during the release of "Mule" were vocalist Ian Gillan, bassist Roger Glover, keyboardist Jon Lord, guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, and drummer Ian Paice.
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SongwritingEach member of the band contributed to the songwriting process of "Mule".
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Critical Reception"Mule" generally received positive post-release reviews, praising particularly its musicianship, particularly the drumming of Ian Paice.
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Lyrics InterpretationWhile Deep Purple songs often come with a layer of ambiguity, fans have interpreted "Mule" as a critique of religious views; however, the band has never officially confirmed a specific meaning for the song.
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Music StyleThe song "Mule" exemplifies Deep Purple's final transition from progressive rock to hard rock, which was the main style during the band's most active period, from the late 1960s to the early 1970s.
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