Lowdown

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About Lowdown

"Lowdown" is a song written by Peter Cetera and Danny Seraphine for the rock band Chicago and recorded for their third album Chicago III (1971). It was the second single released from this album, and peaked at No.  35 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100. Cetera provided lead vocals while guitarist Terry Kath used a fuzzbox and wah-wah pedal for his guitar solo and Robert Lamm made prominent use of the Hammond organ.


Year:
1971
3:36
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Oh my
Life has passed me by
The country I was brought up in
Fell apart and died

Oh no
Love's no longer there
Cold wind blew away the sun
That used to warm the air

Lowdown
Oh! Feelin' pretty bad
Feelin' like I lost the best friend
That I ever had

Lowdown
Oh! Got to find a way
Got to make the people see
The way I feel today

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Chicago

Chicago (i/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ or /ʃɪˈkɔːɡoʊ/) is a rock band from the city of the same name. They were originally founded as Chicago Transit Authority before shortening their name before their breakout second album. They became known for their use of horns in their songs such as 25 or 6 to 4. The band nearly split following founding member Terry Kaths death but they decided to stay together. They became known for their rock ballads throughout the 80s. The band still tours to this day. more »

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Written by: DANNY SERAPHINE, PETER CETERA

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, SHELLY BAY MUSIC

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Lowdown" is classified as a blend of jazz fusion, rock, and pop, a fusion style that Chicago was famous for.
Album Information
The song "Lowdown" is part of Chicago's album "Chicago III" which was released in 1971.
Chart Performance
"Lowdown" is a chart-hitting single. It peaked at #35 on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting the band's popularity and song's reception during the time.
Song Creators
"Lowdown" is credited to band members Peter Cetera and Daniel Seraphine. Cetera was the band's bassist and one of the vocalists, and Seraphine was the drummer.
Lyrical Message
The song tells a story of a man who's down on his luck, and it encourages listeners to be thankful for what they have.
Live Performance
"Lowdown" is known for its unique live performances, especially the improvised solos played by Chicago's brass section.
Unique Sound
One of the hallmarks of "Lowdown" and other Chicago songs is the band's use of a horn section, which was unusual for a rock band and gave their music a distinctive sound.
Influential Song
"Lowdown," along with other songs by Chicago, greatly influenced the development of jazz-rock fusion, making it a significant song in the music history.
Song Length
The original album version of the song runs for more than 3 minutes while the single version was edited down to make it more radio-friendly.
Backing Vocals
One of the interesting facts about "Lowdown" is that it's one of the few Chicago songs where Terry Kath’s role is primarily backing vocals without being a lead singer.
Album Recognition
"Chicago III", the album that contains "Lowdown", has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, indicating it sold over one million copies.
Song Interpretation
The title "Lowdown" is often interpreted as a reference to feeling low or depressed, and the song's message of empathy has resonated with many listeners.
Musical Structure
The unique fusion of jazz and rock elements in "Lowdown" can be seen in its complex musical arrangements, which include multiple key changes and intricate harmonies.

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