King of Rock 'n' Roll
Prefab Sprout
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All my lazy teenage boasts are now high precision ghosts And they're coming round the track to haunt me. When she looks at me and laughs I remind her of the facts I'm the king of rock 'n' roll completely Up from suede shoes to my baby blues Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque The dream helps you forget you ain't never danced a step You were never fleet of foot, hippy. All the pathos you can keep for the children in the street For the vision I have had is sweeping New broom, this room, sweep it clean Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque High kickin' dandy, fine figure fine cut a fine figure fine oh yeah ; Long legged candy, fine figure fine cut a fine figure fine oh yeah ; Now my rhythm ain't so hot, but it's the only friend I've got I'm the king of rock 'n' roll completely All the pretty birds have flown now I'm dancing on my own I'm the king of rock 'n' roll completely Up from, suede shoes to my baby blues Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque High kickin' dandy, fine figure fine cut a fine figure fine oh yeah ; Long legged candy, fine figure fine cut a fine figure fine oh yeah ; Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque Hot dog, jumping frog, Albuquerque
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Written by: Paddy McAloon
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10 facts about this song
Genre classificationThe song "King of Rock 'n' Roll" falls under the categories of Sophisti-pop and New Wave.
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Album releaseIt appears on Prefab Sprout's second studio album "Steve McQueen" (titled "Two Wheels Good" in the United States), which was released in 1985.
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Chart performanceAlthough "King of Rock 'n' Roll" was not a significant chart performer upon its initial release, it became one of Prefab Sprout's most successful singles, peaking at No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart in April 1988.
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Song themeThe song, described as satirical, is about a one-hit-wonder artist who must stay in character because of his signature hit's success, even though he despises the persona.
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Music VideoThe music video for this song features the band performing on a children's television show, referencing the lyrics about a washed-up rock star being reduced to entertaining children.
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Songwriter DetailsThe song was written by Paddy McAloon, the lead singer and songwriter of Prefab Sprout.
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Producer Information"King of Rock 'n' Roll" was produced by venerated record producer Thomas Dolby, who is known for his work in the field of electronic music and innovative music videos.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances, McAloon has sometimes started the song with a preamble, informing the audience that the song is about a man forced to wear a frog costume.
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Re-releases"King of Rock 'n' Roll" was re-released in 2007 on the Sony BMG compilation album "This Is It - The Best of Prefab Sprout."
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Critical AcclaimDespite its lack of instant commercial success, the song is often cited by critics as an example of clever songwriting, with its catchy melody and complex lyrics.
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