Simple Man
Noiseworks
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I don't want much but I say what I mean And I need your touch I'm just a simple man And I know what it takes Yes, I know who I am You took my hand And I followed you to this far away land And I'll stand by you if you stand by me Then we both will be [Chorus] Living in the city out in the rain I'll wipe all your worries, I'll wipe them away Living in the city so dirty and grey I'll give you the shelter, I'll take you away I don't want much, I'm a simple man And I need your touch and I can't forget I just close my eyes and I see you there If you take my hand I will take you to this foreign land 'Cause I want to hold you close 'Cause I need you by me, I won't let you go [Chorus]
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Written by: HERSHAEL GAER, JOSH WINKELMAN
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
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12 facts about this song
Song Origin"Simple Man" is a song written and performed by the Australian rock band Noiseworks.
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DebutIt was first released in 1991 as the lead single from their third studio album, "Love Versus Money."
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Songwriter CreditsThe song was penned by the band members Justin Stanley, Stuart Fraser, Steve Balbi, and Jon Stevens.
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Genre"Simple Man" belongs to the genre of rock music.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics are generally believed to revolve around a man's rustic philosophy of life and keeping things straightforward.
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Chart Performance"Simple Man" was not as commercially successful as the band's previous singles. It does not appear to have charted in the top 50 of the ARIA Singles Chart.
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Critical ReviewDespite not being a commercial blockbuster, the song has been appreciated for its strong lyrics and powerful rock sound.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Simple Man" features the band members performing the song in a dark, moody setting, reflecting the song's gritty and powerful lyrics.
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Band Break-upNot long after the release of "Simple Man", Noiseworks disbanded in 1992.
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LegacyThough not their biggest hit, "Simple Man" is still considered a staple of Noiseworks' discography and is regularly played on classic rock radio stations in Australia.
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Band ReformationAlthough the band broke up in 1992, Noiseworks has regrouped for specific performances over the years, often including "Simple Man" in their sets.
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Not to be ConfusedIt is essential to note that Noiseworks' "Simple Man" should not be confused with the song of the same title by American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. They are entirely different songs.
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