Freeze Frame

J. Geils Band

About Freeze Frame

"Freeze-Frame" is a song written by Seth Justman and Peter Wolf for The J. Geils Band. It was first released as the opening track on the chart-topping 1981 album of the same name. The song was released on a 45 in early 1982 as the second single from the album, following the million-selling US #1/UK #3 hit "Centerfold". The single's flip side, "Flamethrower," received airplay on urban contemporary radio stations throughout the United States, and reached #20 on the Billboard Soul Chart.  


Year:
2002
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Freeze-frame

I could see it was a rough-cut Tuesday
Slow-motion weekdays stare me down
Her lipstick reflex got me wound
There were no defects to be found
Snapshot image froze without a sound

Thursday morning was a hot flash-factor
Her face still focused in my mind
Test-strip, proof-sheet love is hard to find
Friday night we'll dance the spotlight grind
Stop-time heart for me if she's not mine

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Freeze-frame, now freeze

Now I'm lookin' at a flashback Sunday
Zoom lens feelings just won't disappear
Close-up darkroom sweet-talk in my ear
Her hot-spot love for me is strong
This freeze-frame moment can't be wrong

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Freeze-frame, now freeze

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It's like the freeze, she's breeze
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It's like the freeze, she's
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J. Geils Band

The J. Geils Band was an American rock band formed in 1967, in Worcester, Massachusetts, under the leadership of guitarist John "J." Geils. The original band members included vocalist Peter Wolf, harmonica and saxophone player Richard "Magic Dick" Salwitz, drummer Stephen Bladd, vocalist/keyboardist Seth Justman, and bassist Danny Klein. Wolf and Justman served as principal songwriters. The band played R&B-influenced blues rock during the 1970s and soon achieved commercial success before moving toward a more mainstream radio-friendly sound in the early 1980s, which brought the band to its commercial peak. They performed a mix of cover songs of classic blues and R&B songs, along with original compositions written primarily by Wolf and Justman, as well as some … more »

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Written by: Peter Wolf, Seth Justman

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15 facts about this song

General Information
"Freeze Frame" is a song by American rock band J. Geils Band from their 1981 album of the same name.
Band Members
This song was performed by the six-member team - Peter Wolf on vocals, Magic Dick on harmonica, Seth Justman on keyboards, J. Geils on guitar, Danny Klein on bass, and Stephen Bladd on drums.
Song Authors
The song was written by Seth Justman and Peter Wolf.
Chart Performance
It peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1982 and it was the second biggest hit of the band.
Album Success
The "Freeze Frame" album was the commercial peak for J. Geils Band. It was number 1 on the Billboard 200 album chart for 4 weeks.
Certifications
The song was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America in 1982.
Song Theme
"Freeze Frame" is a peppy and upbeat song that illustrates a snapshot or moment in life that the singer wants to preserve.
Music Video
The music video for "Freeze Frame" features the band performing the song in a blue-toned studio filled with cameras, reflecting the photographic theme of the song.
Song Length
The full-length track is 3:57 minutes long.
Unique Sound
The song has a distinctive keyboard riff and a harmonica solo during the bridge, two musical strategies that were a staple for J. Geils Band.
Cover Version
In 2007, pop punk band Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and rapper Paul Wall released a cover version of "Freeze Frame."
Cultural Impact
The song has been used in several TV shows and movies, such as "Family Guy," "The Office," and "Grown Ups 2."
Behind the Lyrics
The lyrics to "Freeze-Frame" were inspired by the band's enthusiastic love of soul and rhythm and blues.
Grammy Awards
Despite being a commercial success, the song was not nominated for any Grammy awards.
Concert Performances
"Freeze Frame" is still a fan-favorite and is often performed at their concerts, despite the band officially disbanding in 1985.

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