Take a Long Line
The Angels
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(This is it folks, over the top) He was selling postcards from a paper stand The whiskey bottle in his withered hand Put his finger on a photo from an old magazine Saw himself in the shadow of his dream They found him with his head inside a tin-pot crown Told him his feet stank and took him downtown Called him agitator, spy and thief Shut him up in solitary third degree Take a long line Take a long line Take a long line Reel him in He tried to appeal to the king of might Said "I'm just exercising my sacred right" The king he said "You ain't got no rights You're a madman, a traitor, get outta my sight" Take a long line Take a long line Take a long line Reel him in They found him with his head inside a tin-pot crown Told him his feet stank and took him downtown Called him agitator, spy and thief Shut him up in solitary third degree Then they put him aboard a well wound whirlwind Pulled out his teeth and they told him to grin He gave them a smile, pulled out a bottle of wine And said "I never existed, you've been wasting your time" Take a long line Take a long line Take a long line Reel him in Take a long line Take a long line Take a long line Reel him in Take a long line Take a long line Take a long, long long long line Reel him in
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Written by: BERNARD PATRICK NEESON, JOHN CARRINGTON BREWSTER-JONES, RICHARD BREWSTER-JONES
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12 facts about this song
Album Information"Take a Long Line" is a song from The Angels' third studio album, "Face to Face".
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Success on ChartsThe song was a huge success in Australia, peaking at #29 on the Kent Music Report Singles Chart in 1978.
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Lyrical CompositionThe lyrics of "Take a Long Line" tell a story of rebellion and non-conformity, reflecting the band's rock 'n' roll identity.
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Release InformationIt was released as a single in July 1978, and became one of the band's most popular songs.
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LengthThe duration of the song is 7 minutes and 30 seconds, which is relatively long for a single in the late '70s.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by band members John Brewster, Rick Brewster, and Doc Neeson.
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Musical Composition"Take a Long Line" features a powerful riff and driving rhythm section that epitomizes the timeless appeal of classic rock.
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Live PerformancesThe Angels frequently performed "Take a Long Line" during their live concerts and the song has been a staple in their setlist since its release.
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RecognitionIn 2001, it was voted by APRA as one of the Top 30 Australian songs of all time.
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In Popular CultureThe song has been used in numerous TV shows and Films set in Australia as a symbol of that Time period.
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Legacy"Take a Long Line" is considered one of The Angels' signature songs and has remained a revered classic in Australia's rock music canon.
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Reissues and Cover VersionsOver the years, "Take a Long Line" has made its way onto several compilation albums, and other artists have covered the song, reflecting its enduring popularity.
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