Kansas City
Sneaky Sound System
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When you're coming home and it?s getting late I was unwritten fate Two eyes light up the screen Ooh, the prettiest face you?ve ever seen You-ooh in the depleting light Tip-toe through in the middle of the night You say ?I want what you got? ohh And the rocket launch starts the show (Chorus) Somebody in Kansas City loves me Somebody is waiting by the telephone Somebody in Kansas City loves me Somebody is waiting too all alone Hey, Now listen I?m a figure of eight You can catch me and y?all wouldn?t choose But clock is ticking 1,2,3,4,5 I?m late Oh I, forgot to mention He?s like that thin man with the big heart It ?aint easy He loves me And the rocket launch starts the show (Chorus) Somebody in Kansas City loves me Somebody is waiting by the telephone Somebody in Kansas City loves me Somebody is waiting to all alone Oh Oh, Oh Oh, Oh Oh Oh Oh, Oh Oh, Oh Oh Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody in Kansas City) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody in Kansas City) (Chorus) Somebody in Kansas City loves me Somebody is waiting by the telephone Somebody in Kansas City loves me Somebody is waiting too all alone Alone (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (in Kansas City) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (loves me, loves me) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (in Kansas City, Kansas City) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (somebody) Oh Oh (loves me, loves me) (fade out)
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Written by: ANGUS PETER MCDONALD, CONNIE THEMBI MITCHELL
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Kansas City" is a song released by the Australian music group Sneaky Sound System. The song was released in August 2008 as the second single from their second studio album ‘2’.
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Song RankingThe song was successful in Australia where it reached number 14 on the Australian Singles Chart.
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Song Genre"Kansas City" falls under the dance-pop and electropop genre, exemplifying Sneaky Sound System's unique blend of electronic and pop music.
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Song AwardsThe song was nominated for the ‘Best Dance Release’ at the 2008 ARIA Music Awards but unfortunately did not win the award.
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Famous PerformanceSneaky Sound System performed "Kansas City" at the 2008 AFL Grand Final pre-match entertainment alongside international superstar Lionel Richie.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by a road trip that band members Connie Mitchell and Black Angus took through the United States, wherein a stop at Kansas City struck them as noteworthy for a song title.
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Song VideoThe music video for "Kansas City" was directed by Paul Goldman and filmed in Sydney, featuring the band performing across various iconic locations.
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Remixes"Kansas City" has been remixed by various artists, including Lifelike, Sam La More and Van She Tech, which further heightened its popularity in the dance music scene.
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Soundtrack useThe song was featured in various compilation albums and soundtracks, like ‘Now Spring 2008’ and ‘So Fresh: The Hits of Summer 2009' providing it further prominence amongst listeners.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from critics who praised its catchy tune and fresh sound. In particular, Connie Mitchell's vocal performance was lauded for its dynamics and energy.
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