Soft Top, Hard Shoulder
Chris Rea
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Soft top, hard shoulder See me running down that line I can't stop too much older now Let it run in overtime Run till it breaks up Overheats and explodes Pick up what's left of me Leave the rest of it way down that road Soft top, hard shoulder Soft top, hard shoulder Step in to the flame Blue center, so much colder Won't be the same again I'm gonna run till it breaks up Overheats and explodes Pick up what's left of me Leave the rest of it way down that road Soft top, hard shoulder
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTON REA
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea. It came out as part of his album "God's Great Banana Skin" which was released in 1992.
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Chart PerformanceThough not as successful as some of his other hits like “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)” or “On The Beach,” it still enjoyed a decent level of success.
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Album SignificanceThe album "God's Great Banana Skin" is generally considered as one of Chris Rea's best works, and "Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" is one of its stand-out tracks.
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Song ThemeThe song "Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" like most of Rea’s songs, captures the spirit of the road and the journey. It encapsulates the feeling of hitting the open road in a car and just driving.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" is quite notable. It involves Chris Rea driving on the open road in an old car, perfectly fitting the theme of the song.
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Artist’s Personal StoryChris Rea is known for his love of cars and racing, which heavily influenced his music. "Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" clearly reflects these passions.
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Musical StyleThe song is reminiscent of Chris Rea's distinctive style, characterized by his husky vocals and a blend of rock, blues, and pop.
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Song PopularityOver time, "Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" has grown to be a fan-favorite and is often included in Chris Rea's live concert setlists.
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SoundtracksThe title "Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" was later used for the soundtrack of a 1993 British comedy-drama film. However, the film's soundtrack did not actually include the song.
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Chris Rea’s Career"Soft Top, Hard Shoulder" was released at the peak of Rea's career, helping him maintain his status as one of the UK's leading rock artists in the early '90s.
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