Simple Simon

INXS

About Simple Simon

Simple Simon is the debut single by Australian rock band INXS, released in May 1980 via Deluxe Records. The title track was co-written by four of the group's members, Garry Gary Beers, Andrew Farriss, Jon Farriss, Tim Farriss and Michael Hutchence. The B-side, "We Are the Vegetables", was co-written by A Farriss, J Farriss, T Farriss, Hutchence and Kirk Pengilly. This title refers to an early band name, the Vegetables, which they used when performing in Perth in 1978. Besides Australia the single was released in France (via RCA Victor). It was not included on the band's first album, INXS, which was issued in October 1980 but appeared on a compilation album, INXSIVE, in 1982. 


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Simon found love, in love he thinks he found himself
Only has a heart for her and her alone
He walks down crowded streets and doesn't feel alone
Oh, never alone
Walks in space with his feet firmly on the ground

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

Well she's just a simple girl, yeah
Spends her time on crossword games and cigarettes, ah
She lives all alone in a military zone where sam's can't get in
Facts and evidence, she probably give you no clues away
No clues away

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh
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Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

Simon found love, in love he thinks he found himself
Only has a heart for her and her alone
He walks down crowded streets and doesn't feel alone, oh never alone
Walks in space with his feet firmly on the ground

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

Camp on love sign people I talk about
Johnny knows love song people I talk about
Simon, oh oh oh
Simon, oh oh oh

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INXS

INXS (pronounced "in excess", In-XS) were an Australian rock band, formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney, New South Wales. Mainstays were Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on guitar and keyboards, Jon Farriss on drums, Tim Farriss on lead guitar and Kirk Pengilly on guitar and saxophone. For 20 years, INXS were fronted by Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, whose "sultry good looks" and magnetic stage presence made him the focal point of the band. Initially known for their New Wave/ska/pop style, they later developed a harder pub rock style, including funk and dance elements. more »

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Written by: ANDREW CHARLES FARRISS, GARRY WILLIAM BEERS, JON FARRISS, KIRK PENGILLY, MICHAEL HUTCHENCE, TIMOTHY WILLIAM FARRISS

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Simple Simon" is a song by INXS, an Australian rock band which is known for their mix of rock, new wave, and dance music.
Release Date
"Simple Simon" was released as a single in 1980. It was one of the earliest releases by INXS, predating their international success.
Debut EP
This song is actually the title track from INXS's debut extended play (EP). The EP was self-financed by the band and released exclusively in their home country of Australia.
Lyrics
The lyrics of “Simple Simon” are heavily influenced by political sentiments and criticize simplistic approaches to complex problems.
Success
Despite its impassioned message, "Simple Simon" did not chart when it was originally released.
Live Performances
Though it wasn't a hit, "Simple Simon" was frequently played during the band's early live performances.
Band Line-up
At the time of Simple Simon’s release, INXS was in its original lineup. The band featured Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on keyboards/guitar, Tim Farriss on lead guitar, and Kirk Pengilly on saxophone/guitar, and Jon on drums.
Producers
The Simple Simon EP, including the title track, was produced by INXS with Duncan McGuire and Graham Owens.
B-side
The B-side of the "Simple Simon" single release was a song titled "We Are the Vegetables."
Limited Release
INXS's "Simple Simon/We Are the Vegetables" 7 inch single is now considered a rare find among record collectors due to its limited release and the band's later popularity.

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