Celtic Soul Brothers
Kevin Rowland, Dexys Midnight Runners
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More please and thank you Introducing the Celtic Soul Brothers and featuring the strong devoted, Ladies and gentlemen, would you now please take your leave. Because we've sat back looking and nearly been took, Even been scared but now I don't care and I'm telling anyone who'll listen. I've seen what's on show and now there's no more to know 'cause I've been there, I've been seen there, I've seemed it, dreamed it, Beened it, schemed it. Excuse me please, you're standing in my space, So step aside, now your time's up. Come on my friends, I would now like to propose a toast To the strength I see that's surrounding me and those who've cared, Oh yes, I've been scared and I'm telling anyone who'll listen I've seen what's on show and now there's no more to know, Oh I've been there, I've seen there, I've seemed it, dreamed it, Schemed it. You see I know this to be true, Now would I lie to you? And I'm not waiting for approval from you We're coming through. More please and thank you.
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Written by: JAMES PATERSON, KEVIN ROWLAND
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14 facts about this song
Release Date"Celtic Soul Brothers" by the Dexys Midnight Runners came out in 1982.
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Album DetailsThe song is the opening track for their second studio album “Too-Rye-Ay.”
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Chart PerformancesUpon its first release in March 1982, it peaked at number 45 on the UK Singles Chart, but was reissued in 1983 where it then climbed up to reach the Top 20, following the worldwide success of "Come on Eileen."
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Musical Style"Celtic Soul Brothers" includes a distinctive mix of pop music with elements of Celtic folk and soul music, creating a unique sound that the band is known for.
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Band's Signature StyleThe title "Celtic Soul Brothers" reflects the band's respect for Irish and Celtic musical traditions and elements, as well as American soul music, both of which are combined in much of their work.
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The Band's LineupUnlike many of Dexys Midnight Runners' songs, "Celtic Soul Brothers" featured a strong brass section comprised of Big Jimmy Paterson, Paul Speare, and Brian Maurice.
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Lyrical ThemeThe song’s lyrics offer an insight into the band’s working practices, influences, and aspirational nature.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Celtic Soul Brothers" is notable for its use of sign language, with the band members signing the song's chorus, reflecting their unique and creative approach to music videos.
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Song TitleThe full title of the song is "The Celtic Soul Brothers (More Please! Thank You!)."
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Reissues and Cover Versions"Celtic Soul Brothers" has been covered by several artists and it was reissued in 2000 on the compilation album "Let's Make This Precious: The Best of Dexys Midnight Runners."
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Critical RecognitionThe song is often noted as one of Dexys Midnight Runners' most underappreciated tracks, despite its significant artistic merit and unique blend of musical styles.
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Conception and Writing"Celtic Soul Brothers" is credited to be written by the band members Kevin Rowland, Mickey Billingham and Jimmy Paterson.
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Band's TransformationThe album “Too-Rye-Ay,” where "Celtic Soul Brothers" featured, marked a transformation in the band's sound from the punk-adjacent soul sound of their debut to a more pop-oriented sound with stronger folk influences.
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Heavy Radio PlayDespite not charting highly at first, the track received heavy radio play due to its catchy tune, making "Celtic Soul Brothers" one of Dexys Midnight Runners' most recognized songs.
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