Metal Mickey

Suede

About Metal Mickey

"Metal Mickey" is the second single by the English rock band Suede, released on 14 September 1992 on Nude Records. It was included the following year on the band's debut album Suede. It charted at No. 17 on the UK Singles Chart, a vast improvement on the previous single "The Drowners", which fell short of the top 40. The song also reached the top 40 in Australia and Sweden.


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Well, she's show-showing it off, then
The glitter in her lovely eyes
Show-show-showing it off, then
And all the people shake their money in time

She sells heart
She sells meat
Oh dad, she's driving me mad, come see

We shake, shake, shake to the trumpet
And through the slippery city, we ride
Skyline swine on the circuit
Where all the people shake their money in time

She sells heart
She sells meat
Oh dad, she's driving me mad, come see

She sells heart
She sells meat
Oh dad, she's driving me mad, come see

She sells heart
She sells meat
She sells heart
She sells meat

She sells heart
(She's driving me mad)
She sells meat
(She's driving me mad)
She sells heart
(She's driving me mad)
She sells meat
(She's driving me mad)
She sells heart
(She's driving me mad)
She sells meat
(She's driving me mad)
She sells heart
(She's driving me mad)
She sells meat
(She's driving me mad)

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Suede

Suede are an English alternative rock band from London, formed in 1989. The group's most prominent early line-up featured singer Brett Anderson, guitarist Bernard Butler, bass player Mat Osman and drummer Simon Gilbert. By 1992, Suede were hailed as "The Best New Band in Britain", and attracted much attention from the British music press. The following year their glam rock-inspired debut album, Suede, went to the top of the charts, became the fastest-selling debut album in almost ten years and won the Mercury Music Prize, helping kick-start the Britpop movement. However, the band's lush follow-up, Dog Man Star (1994), saw Suede distance themselves from their Britpop peers. Although it is often regarded as the band's masterpiece, the recording sessions for Dog… more »

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Written by: Bernard Butler, Brett Anderson

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10 facts about this song

About the Band
"Suede" is a British rock band from London, formed in 1989. The members include singer Brett Anderson, guitarist Richard Oakes, bass player Mat Osman, drummer Simon Gilbert, and keyboardist Neil Codling.
Song Release & Album
"Metal Mickey" was released as a single in 1992, and it later appeared on Suede's debut album "Suede" in 1993.
Chart Performance
"Metal Mickey" debuted at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart, marking the band's first top 20 hit.
Inspirations & Lyrics
The song was reportedly inspired by the 1980's British television show "Metal Mickey", a comedy about a metallic robot.
Sound
"Metal Mickey" is characterized by its glam rock sound combined with elements of Britpop, a style that Suede significantly contributed to.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from critics for its catchy melody and strong, unique vocals of Brett Anderson.
Music Video
The music video for "Metal Mickey" played a significant role in establishing Suede's aesthetic and image, featuring the band in stylish and moody urban landscapes.
Impact
The success of "Metal Mickey" and Suede's debut album helped revitalize British rock music in the 1990s, providing a counterpoint to the grunge scene dominating the U.S.
Legacy
"Metal Mickey" is frequently included in retrospectives of 90's music and best-of lists, highlighting its enduring popularity.
Live Performances
Even many years after its initial release, "Metal Mickey" remains a staple of Suede's live performances.

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