Brand New Key
Melanie
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I rode my bicycle past your window last night I roller skated to your door at day light It almost seems like you're avoiding me I'm okay alone, but you got something I need Well, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key I think that we should get together and try them out, you see I been looking around awhile, you got something for me Oh, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key I ride my bike, I roller skate, don't drive no car Don't go too fast, but I go pretty far For somebody who don't drive I been all round the world Some people think I done all right for a girl Well, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key I think that we should get together and try them out, you see I been looking around awhile, you got something for me Oh, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key I asked your mother if you were at home She said "Yes" but you weren't alone Well, sometimes I think that you're avoiding me I'm okay alone, but you got something I need Well, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key I think that we should get together and try them out, you see I been looking around awhile, you got something for me Oh, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key Oh, I got a brand new pair of roller skates You got a brand new key Oh, I got a brand new pair of roller skates
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Written by: Melanie Safka
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Release Details"Brand New Key" was released by Melanie in 1971 as a single and later appeared on her album "Gather Me". The song was produced by Melanie's husband, Peter Schekeryk.
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in December 1971, where it stayed for three weeks. It also reached number 1 on the Cash Box Top 100 and the Canadian RPM Top Singles chart.
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Song MeaningThe song, at face value, paints a picture of a girl with a brand new pair of roller skates asking a boy to try them out with her. However, Melanie has stated in interviews that it's a metaphor for her recent confidence and newfound freedom.
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Controversial InterpretationsDespite Melanie's explanations, some radio stations banned the song considering its lyrics to have sexual innuendos, much to Melanie's disbelief and surprise.
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Music StyleThe tune of "Brand New Key" is inspired by an old nursery rhyme leading the song to have a distinctive folk-pop style.
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Humour ElementThe song was referred to as "The Roller Skate Song" due to its catchy, playful lyrics, and was considered to have a novelty aspect.
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Songwriting InspirationMelanie wrote "Brand New Key" spontaneously after fasting and cleansing under a health regimen. She had a dream about the melody and wrote the song in just 15 minutes.
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Movie FeatureThis song was featured in the 1997 film "Boogie Nights," which is set in the 1970s.
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Cultural Impact"Brand New Key", over time, became a staple of classic pop radio and 70s nostalgia, despite or perhaps because of its quirky theme and sound.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists including The Dollyrots, Deana Carter and Katharine McPhee, showing its enduring popularity.
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RecognitionIn 1999, ASCAP awarded Melanie with the esteemed “Charlie Chaplin Award” for "Brand New Key", acknowledging its spectacular success in the UK.
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Commercial UseThe song was used in a commercial for HP's digital photography in 2004.
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InfluenceThe lyrics of "Brand New Key" were referenced in the Nirvana song "Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge on Seattle" demonstrating its cultural impact.
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