2HB

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About 2HB

"2HB" is a song written by Bryan Ferry and first recorded by Roxy Music for their 1972 debut album, Roxy Music. Ferry also recorded a version for his 1976 solo album, Let's Stick Together. The title is a dedication to the film star Humphrey Bogart ("2HB" = "To Humphrey Bogart"). In particular, the song references the Bogart classic Casablanca. The instrumentation on the Roxy Music recording is dominated by Ferry's Hohner Pianet N electric piano and features an Andy Mackay sax solo—based on the melody of "As Time Goes By", a song featured prominently in Casablanca—that is treated with tape echo effects by Brian Eno.  


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1972
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Oh I was moved by your screen dream
Celluloid pictures of living
Your death could not kill our love for you
Take two people, romantic
Smoky nightclub situation
Your cigarette traces a ladder
Here's looking at you kid
Celebrate years
Here's looking at you kid
Wipe away tears
Long time, since we're together
Now I hope it's forever
Ideal love flies away now
White jacket, mmm, black tie wings too
You gave her away to the hero
Words don't express my meaning
Notes could not spell out the score
But finding not keeping's the lesson
Here's looking at you kid
Hard to forget
Here's looking at you kid
At least not yet
Your memory stays
It lingers ever
Will fade away never

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Roxy Music

Roxy Music are an English art rock band formed in 1971 by Bryan Ferry, who became the group's lead vocalist and chief songwriter, and bassist Graham Simpson. The other members are Phil Manzanera (guitar), Andy Mackay (saxophone and oboe) and Paul Thompson (drums and percussion). Former members include Brian Eno (synthesiser and "treatments"), and Eddie Jobson (synthesiser and violin). Although the band took a break from group activities in 1976 and again in 1983, they reunited for a concert tour in 2001, and have toured together intermittently since that time. more »

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Written by: BRYAN FERRY

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"2HB" by Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music falls under the Art Rock and Glam Rock genres.
Album Placement
The song "2HB" is featured on Roxy Music's debut self-titled album, "Roxy Music", which was released in 1972.
Inception and Song Inspiration
"2HB" was written by Bryan Ferry, the lead vocalist and principal songwriter for Roxy Music. The song is a tribute to legendary American actor Humphrey Bogart. 2HB stands for "To Humphrey Bogart".
Lyrics
The lyrics of "2HB" include references to some of Humphrey Bogart's films, including one of his most famous, "Casablanca".
Success and Critical Reception
While "2HB" was not released as a single, the album "Roxy Music" did exceptionally well, reaching number 10 in the UK albums chart and was later ranked at 410 on Rolling Stone's list of "The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time" in 2003.
Recording and Production
The song, along with the rest of the "Roxy Music" album, was produced by Peter Sinfield, who is best known for his work with the band King Crimson.
Influence
Bryan Ferry's style and charisma on stage, as well as the unique sound of songs like "2HB", influenced the fashion and music scene of the 1970s, ushering in a new age of glam rock.
Covers and Tributes
Interestingly, "2HB" has been covered by other notable artists. For example, The Venus in Furs, a fictive band for the 1998 movie "Velvet Goldmine" includes a version of "2HB" in the film soundtrack.
Noteworthy Features
The song has a characteristic, slow tempo with underlying saxophone, which was quite innovative and avant-garde at the time of its release.
Bryan Ferry's Relationship with Humphrey Bogart
Although there is no direct relationship between Bryan Ferry and Humphrey Bogart, the song "2HB" showcases Ferry's admiration for the legendary Hollywood actor.

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