Lenny Valentino
The Auteurs
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There were mourners on the street of every shape and size The motorcade came down from Redondo Assasins on the corner tried to throw you a line You dirty-mouth comic Rodolfo Lenny Valentino reside The Pope renounced you as the real one Lazarus decided to rise The twentieth century had only begun Ladies averted their eyes Lenny Valentino reside John Judnich in the bathroom reading the law Kitty in the hall with your mother The girls are sick and tired of your blah blah blah Some beat-kid said there's no other and LennyValentino reside
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10 facts about this song
Origin of song"Lenny Valentino" is a song by English alternative rock band, The Auteurs. It is a single from their debut album "New Wave" which was released in 1993.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached number 41 in the UK Singles Chart, not a top hit but nonetheless iconic.
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Musical Structure"Lenny Valentino" is known for its blend of jangly guitar sound with taut rhythms and cinematic lyrics.
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Song ContentThe song has a unique storytelling lyrics. It's believed to be about the Hollywood actor Rudolph Valentino, although the title includes 'Lenny' which is not any part of actor's name.
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Album RecognitionThe album from which "Lenny Valentino" is a part of, "New Wave," was nominated for the 1993 Mercury Prize.
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Band's LeadershipThe Auteurs was fronted by Luke Haines. His unique lyrical insight and musical style play a large part in the song "Lenny Valentino."
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InfluencesThe Auteurs were part of the Britpop movement in the 1990s, which can be seen in the sound and style of "Lenny Valentino."
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Critical FeedbackDespite not being commercially successful, The Auteurs and songs like "Lenny Valentino" tend to receive significant critical appreciation.
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Musical LegacyThe band's debut album including "Lenny Valentino" is considered to have played a significant role in defining 'indie' music in the UK during the early 90s.
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Re-releases"Lenny Valentino" was also featured in the band's compilation album, "Das Capital" and again posthumously released in the Luke Haines's compilation "Luke Haines Is Dead."
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