In the Flesh

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About In the Flesh

"In the Flesh" is a song by American band Blondie. Originally from the band's self-titled debut album, Blondie, the song was Blondie's second and final single on the Private Stock label.


Year:
1976
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Blondie - In The Flesh

Darlin' darlin' darlin'
I can't wait to see you
Your picture ain't enough
I can't wait to touch you in the flesh
Darlin' darlin' darlin'
I can't wait to hear you
Remembering your love
Is nothing without you in the flesh

Went walking one day on the lower East side
Met you with a girlfriend, you were so divine
She said, "Hands off this one sweetie, this boy is mine."
I couldn't resist you, I'm not deaf, dumb, and blind

Darlin' darlin' darlin'
Now you're out of town
Those girls that you run with
They bring my head down
Ooh Darlin' darlin'
Watch out if I see you
'Cause if you say hello
It'll mean you want to see me in the flesh

Ooh warm and soft, in the flesh
Ooh close and hot, in the flesh
Ooh

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Blondie

Blondie is an American rock band, founded by singer Deborah Harry and guitarist Chris Stein. The band was a pioneer in the early American New Wave and punk scenes of the mid-1970s. Their first two albums contained strong elements of these genres, and although successful in the United Kingdom and Australia, Blondie was regarded as an underground band in the United States until the release of Parallel Lines in 1978. Over the next three years, the band achieved several hit singles including "Call Me", "Atomic" and "Heart of Glass" and became noted for its eclectic mix of musical styles incorporating elements of disco,pop,rap, and reggae, while retaining a basic style as a New Wave band. more »

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Written by: CHARLES L. STEWART, COURTENAY HENDERSON, DANTE LAMAR GIVENS, LUCAS CHRISTIAN MACFADDEN, MARC F. STUART, MARK ALI POTSIC

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24 facts about this song

Artist
"In the Flesh" is a song by American rock band Blondie. They were formed in 1974 by singer Debbie Harry and guitarist Chris Stein.
Genre
The song is often characterized as pop or soft rock, a genre shift from the band's earlier punk sound.
Release Date
"In the Flesh" was released on September 23, 1976, as part of Blondie's self-titled debut album.
Chart Performance
It was one of Blondie's first big hits, reaching number 2 in Australia in 1977.
B-Side
The B-side of the "In the Flesh" single is "Man Overboard".
Success Story
The song initially didn't meet success in the U.S. but became a big hit in Australia by mistake. The band's label released "X Offender" as the lead single, but the b-side "In the Flesh" caught on with music listeners in Australia.
Song Content
"In the Flesh" is a romantic ballad that showcases Debbie Harry's vocals, shedding a different light on the band known for its new wave and punk style.
Music Video
The music video for the song, made in 1977, features the band performing on a stage with a shiny curtain backdrop.
Popularity in Australia
The success of "In the Flesh" in Australia led Blondie to tour the country in 1977. They were greeted by screaming fans, reminiscent of Beatlemania.
Songwriters
The song was penned by Blondie's lead guitarist Chris Stein and lead vocalist Debbie Harry.
Notable Performance
Blondie performed "In the Flesh" on the popular Australian music TV show 'Countdown'.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by the Australian singer Melissa Tkautz in 2005.
Legacy
Despite initially being overshadowed by the band's later hits, "In the Flesh" has since been recognized as a key song in Blondie's catalog and is included on several of their greatest hits compilations.
Release Details
"In the Flesh" is a song by the American band Blondie. It was originally released in 1976 as part of their self-titled debut album.
Commercial Success
Initially, the song only gained moderate success in the U.S. However, it became a number-one hit in Australia in 1977.
Genre Specifications
Though the band is popularly associated with the punk/new wave music scene, "In the Flesh" is more reflective of an early girl group pop sound, showcasing the band's genre versatility.
Influence
This song played a crucial role in Blondie’s international popularity. Their breakthrough in Australia, primarily due to "In the Flesh," helped pave the way for their subsequent success in the UK, US and elsewhere.
Music Video
The song’s music video was directed by Richard Robinson, a noted underground filmmaker and it was produced in the style of an art film, quite uncharacteristic for typical rock acts of the era.
Chart Position
On the Australian singles chart, it spent a total of seven weeks at number one.
Rare Beatle-Like Achievement
In the first week of 1978, Blondie had both the number one single ("In the Flesh") and album ("Blondie") on the Australian charts, a feat not seen since The Beatles in 1964.
Vinyl Release
The vinyl release of the song brings a unique experience as it was paired with another famous Blondie song, "X Offender."
Songwriting
Like most Blondie songs, "In the Flesh" was written by the band's core songwriter partnership of Debbie Harry and Chris Stein.
Role Reversal
Unlike many of the songs that feature Debbie Harry’s clear vocals, "In the Flesh" involves her singing in a more delicate, light tone, exhibiting her diverse vocal abilities.
Unintended Hit
It was reported that "In the Flesh" was played on a radio station by accident, as the DJ intended to play the flip side, "X Offender". The unexpected airplay is what led to the song becoming popular.

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