Francine
ZZ Top
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Got a girl, her name's Francine Finest thing you ever seen And I love her, she's all that I want And I need her, she's all that I need Well, Francine, oh Francis, why Do you love me and make me cry? How I love her, she's all that I want How I need her, she's all that I need If I ever caught her with Stevie P I'd throw her back in the Penitentiary, now And if I caught her with my mother's son I'll call her daddy and get my gun My Francine just turned thirteen She's my angelic teenage queen And I love her, she's all that I want And I need her, she's all that I need And I love her, she's all that I want And I need her, she's all that I need And I love her, she's all that I want And I need her, she's all that I need
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Written by: KENNY CORDRAY, BILLY F GIBBONS, STEVE PERRON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Genre Category"Francine" by ZZ Top is classified as Southern rock, boogie rock, and blues-rock. It effectively combines these three elements, creating a mellow but electric musical experience.
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Release DateThe song "Francine" was released in the year 1972. It has since remained a favorite among ZZ Top fans and classic rock enthusiasts alike.
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Album"Francine" is part of the 'Rio Grande Mud' album. This album was ZZ Top's second studio album, helping to solidify their reputation in the rock scene.
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SongwriterThe song "Francine" was co-written by two band members, Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill along with Kenny Cordray.
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Chart Performance"Francine" reached number 69 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1972 making it one of the most successful singles from the 'Rio Grande Mud' album.
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VariationsAn interesting fact about "Francine" is that it was recorded with two different versions, one in English with a count-in of "one, two, three" at the beginning, the Spanish version "Francene," despite being almost fully in English, has a count-in of "uno, dos, tres," giving it a unique flair.
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Cover ArtThe cover of the "Francine" single features a drawing of a Texas longhorn skull. This image has become quite synonymous with ZZ Top and is associated with the band's Texas roots.
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Song Meaning"Francine" is a classic rock ballad about a young girl who has caught the eye of the song's narrator. With lyrics mentioning her age and how she's got style, the song delights in the energy and allure of youth.
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Band OriginZZ Top, the band that performs "Francine," originates from Houston, Texas, and has been active since 1969. Their roots influence their unique blend of Southern rock and blues.
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LineupThe band's lineup during the recording of "Francine" consisted of Billy Gibbons on guitar, Dusty Hill on bass, and Frank Beard on drums. This lineup remained consistent for over five decades.
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