Lafayette Blues
The White Stripes
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[One, two, three, four] [Yeah] Marantette, Leverette, Lannette, Lafayette, Livernois, Labrosse, Louis, Metatal, Rochelle, Marcelle, Riopelle, Manistique, And Armour, [?] Ohh, ohh, hmmm Hey Mercier, Le May, Tournier, Salliote, And Le Roy, [?] Montlieu, Cadieux, Neveaux Avenue En Detroit, [?] Well I'm ready teddy I'm ready, ready teddy To rock n roll Go Ahh Lamphere, Belle Terre, Marcelle, Metetal, Rouge, Le Blanc
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Written by: JACK WHITE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Title Origin"Lafayette Blues" is named after Lafayette Park, a residential area in Detroit where the White Stripes members Jack and Meg White spent their formative years.
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Record ProductionThe 7" single of the song was released in 1998 through Italy Records. Only 1000 copies were made in its initial pressing.
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Notable CollaborationThe artwork for the cover of the "Lafayette Blues" single was created by Dave Buick, founder of Italy Records, and was discovered to be worth thousands of dollars years later due to its limited availability and unique artistry.
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Limited Edition RecordsAmong the initial 1000 copies made, 15 pressings were created with marbled vinyl making them a rare collector's item.
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Expensive Auction ValueDue to the rarity and unique attributes, a copy of the marbled vinyl edition of "Layette Blues" once sold for $18,000 at an auction, highlighting its immense value among collectors.
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Band LineupThe White Stripes was a duo comprising of Jack White (lead vocals, guitar, and keyboards) and Meg White (drums and vocals). "Lafayette Blues" features their raw, minimalist, garage rock sound with just these two instruments and vocals.
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B-side TrackThe B-side track of the "Lafayette Blues" single is "Sugar Never Tasted So Good," another fan favorite song of the band.
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Band's Second Single"Lafayette Blues" is the second single released by The White Stripes before they rose to international fame with later releases.
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Unique Vinyl SleeveEvery sleeve of the initial pressings of "Lafayette Blues" was hand-painted by Italy Records' Dave Buick, making each one a unique piece of art.
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Lyrics MysteryThe song is instrumental, which is different from most White Stripes songs making it stand out in their discography.
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