Step on My Old Size Nines
Stereophonics
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I'd like to know what it's all about? What's out there? Am I gonna get old and laugh? About something Will I get me a boy or a girl? Or not either? Will I get what I want from this world? I'm a day dreamer Then I watch the old couple dance Step on my old size nines and I'll take you 'round I'd like to know what you're all about? What's up there? Are you gonna get old and laugh? Without a care Will you get you a boy or a girl Or not either? Will you get what you want from this world? A day dreamer? Then I watch the old couple dance Step on my old size nines and I'll take you 'round I'd love to know what we're all about We all have done Am I gonna get old and laugh? With someone? Think I'll get me a boy and a girl Or not either? Will I get what I want from this world? I'm a daydreamer Then I watch the old couple dance Step on my old size nines and I'll take you 'round
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Written by: KELLY JONES, RICHARD MARK JONES, STUART CABLE
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Step on My Old Size Nines" is a song by the Welsh rock band Stereophonics. It was released in 2001 as one of the tracks from their third studio album called 'Just Enough Education to Perform'.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "Step on My Old Size Nines" still had impressive chart performance. It reached number 16 on the UK Singles Chart in 2001.
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SongwritersKelly Jones, the band's lead vocalist and primary songwriter, wrote the song. His personal writing style often focuses on observation of peoples, events, and situations.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Jake Nava, shows a man going about his everyday life with a miniature version of Stereophonics performing the song in his pocket.
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Subject MatterThe song follows a consistent theme through 'Just Enough Education to Perform' album, where the band explores life’s trials and tribulations. "Step on My Old Size Nines" is about appreciation of the simpler things in life.
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Live PerformancesStereophonics has performed "Step on My Old Size Nines" during many of their live shows. It’s considered a fan favorite due to its lyrical depth and unique melody.
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Noteworthy LyricsOne of the song’s powerful lyrics, "I hope life treats you kind / And I hope you'll have all you've dreamt of", have resonated with many listeners highlighting the band's powerful songwriting.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised "Step on My Old Size Nines" for its introspective lyrics and the band's more laid-back approach compared to the more driven rock sound of their previous albums.
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LegacyThe song remains one of the band's most memorable tracks, and is often ranked along with their biggest hits when they’re discussed in the modern rock scene.
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Song's TitleThe song title, "Step on My Old Size Nines", itself suggests a perspective from shoes that have walked many steps; it metaphorically references the idea of going through life and its many experiences.
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