Femme Fatale
The Velvet Underground
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Here she comes, you better watch your step She's going to break your heart in two, it's true It's not hard to realize Just look into her false colored eyes She builds you up to just put you down, what a clown 'Cause everybody knows (She's a femme fatale) The things she does to please (She's a femme fatale) She's just a little tease (She's a femme fatale) See the way she walks Hear the way she talks You're put down in her book You're number thirty seven, have a look She's going to smile to make you frown, what a clown Little boy, she's from the street Before you start, you're already beat She's going to play you for a fool, yes it's true 'Cause everybody knows (She's a femme fatale) The things she does to please (She's a femme fatale) She's just a little tease (She's a femme fatale) See the way she walks Hear the way she talks 'Cause everybody knows (She's a femme fatale) The things she does to please (She's a femme fatale) She's just a little tease (She's a femme fatale) Ooh ooh oh (She's a femme fatale) Ooh ooh oh
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11 facts about this song
Band InceptionThe Velvet Underground was an American rock band formed in 1964. The band members were vocalist and songwriter Lou Reed, multi-instrumentalist John Cale, guitarist Sterling Morrison, and drummer Maureen Tucker. Nico was a German singer who collaborated with the band for their debut album "The Velvet Underground & Nico".
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Song Origin"Femme Fatale" is a song by The Velvet Underground from their debut album. The song was written by Lou Reed for the band's vocalist Nico.
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Album ProducerThe Velvet Underground's debut album was produced by artist Andy Warhol, marking a pivotal moment in the fusion of music and visual art.
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Nico's HintNico's deep, husky vocal captured the essence of the "femme fatale" perfectly, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the song.
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Song MeaningThe song 'Femme Fatale' is about an alluring woman who is irresistible yet dangerously seductive. It's an archetype often seen in literature and films.
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Track Placement"Femme Fatale" is the fourth track on the album "The Velvet Underground & Nico" that was released in 1967.
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Reception&LegacyThe album received widespread critical acclaim and has been cited as one of the most influential albums in the history of rock music, with "Femme Fatale" being one of its standout tracks.
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Cover Versions"Femme Fatale" has been covered by many artists. Some of the popular covers include ones by Big Star, R.E.M., and Elisa.
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Documentary InclusionThe song was featured in the documentary "Andy Warhol: A Documentary Film."
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Influence on Other BandsThe Velvet Underground's sound has influenced a number of alternative rock bands and artists who have covered "Femme Fatale," proving the song's enduring appeal.
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Live PerformancesThe Velvet Underground and Nico performed "Femme Fatale" live for the first time at the Factory, Andy Warhol's legendary New York studio and gathering place.
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