Take Her Back
The Pigeon Detectives
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He's not sure what he should do She's seventeen, he's twenty-two Is that too much of a difference? So instead look what he's done He's found a girl who's thirty-one Is that too much of a difference? She's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) She's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) She's got a mate who says behave You're not too bad but twice her age Does that really make any difference? He's had a few, we've all been there Just seventeen but he don't care I don't think he knows the difference 'Cause she's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) She's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) His mates found out, he feels a fool They saw her on the bus to school Should that really make any difference? What would her dad say if he knew She's on her knees, he's twenty-two I don't think he'd like the difference Does that really make any difference? 'Cause she's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) She's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) 'Cause she's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place) She's got everything he wants She's got everything he needs (Take her back, take her back, take her back) (Take her back, take her back, take her back to her place)
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Written by: DAVID JAMES BEST, JAMES DAVID NAYLOR, MATTHEW PETER GEORGE BOWMAN, OLIVER ROBERT MAIN, RYAN ANDREW WILSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Band's Origin"The Pigeon Detectives" is an English indie rock band from Rothwell in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Their song "Take Her Back" is a popular hit from their early years.
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Album Information"Take Her Back" is the second single from the Pigeon Detectives' debut album, "Wait for Me".
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Release DateThe song was released in the UK on 13th August 2007.
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Chart Performance"Take Her Back" managed to reach number 20 on the UK Singles Chart and has gained substantial radio play across the UK.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Take Her Back" was directed by renowned music video director Scott Lyon. It depicts a humorous narrative where the lead singer Matt Bowman turns into a werewolf.
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Lyrical ContentThe song speaks about the trials and tribulations of young love and adds a twist of mystery and unease with mentions of werewolf-like traits to signify changing behaviour.
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Sound Style"Take Her Back" has a characteristic indie rock sound with strong guitar riffs, punchy drums, and a catchy chorus, which is typical of The Pigeon Detectives' music.
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Band Member's PerspectiveThe band's drummer, Jimmi Naylor, said about the song: "We love playing 'Take Her Back' live because the crowd really get into it - singing along and bouncing. It's a proper Pigeon Detectives song."
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Critical ReceptionMany music critics have positively reviewed this song for its energetic performance and catchy tune.
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Public Performance"Take Her Back" has been a staple in the band's live performances since its release, often engaging massive sing-alongs from their audience.
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Steve Lamacq EndorsementBBC Radio presenter Steve Lamacq has referred to the Pigeon Detectives as the band to watch based partly on the strength of "Take Her Back".
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Popular UsageThe song has been used in various media platforms, including promotional materials for British television and marketing campaigns, indicating its cultural significance and widespread appeal.
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