Mary Anne with the Shaky Hand
Pete Townshend
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I danced with Linda I danced with Jean I danced with Cindy Then I suddenly see Mary-Anne with the shaky hands What they've done to her, man, those shaky hands Mary is so pretty The prettiest in the land Guys come from every city Just to shake her shaky hands Linda can cook Jean reads books Cindy can sew But I'd rather know Mary-Anne with the shaky hands What they've done to her, man, those shaky hands Mary-Anne with the shaky hands What they've done to her, man, those shaky hands Mary-Anne with the shaky hands What they've done to her, man, those shaky hands Plenty of drums! Plenty of drums! Plenty of drums! Plenty of drums! Plenty of drums! Plenty of drums! Plenty of drums!
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10 facts about this song
Music CompositionThe song "Mary Anne with the Shaky Hand" is a composition by Pete Townshend, first appearing on the album "The Who Sell Out" in 1967.
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VersatilityThere are multiple versions of this song, showcasing the versatility of The Who as a band. The original or standard version, an acoustic version, and an alternate version can all be found on The Who compilations or reissues.
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InspirationThe song's inspiration remains a bit of a mystery, but it is believed to be about a woman with a nervous disease, despite some erotic implications that fans have interpreted.
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B-side TrackThe song served as B-side track for "I Can See for Miles" in the U.S., thus gaining popularity not as a primary release but as a secondary companion to a bigger hit.
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, "Mary Anne with the Shaky Hand" was rarely performed live by The Who, making live performances of this song particularly cherished by fans.
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Unique StyleThe song is often noted for its distinctive percussive style, featuring an exotic Latin rhythm section that was unusual for The Who at the time.
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Varied Musical InfluencesThis song is said to reflect Pete Townshend's varied musical influences, including Latin music elements.
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Song LengthThe alternate version of the song is longer than the more commonly known version and it contains an extra verse and an extended ending.
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Multi-Version ReleaseThe song's presence in multiple versions is a testament to The Who's experimental nature, trying to explore different aesthetic potentials with the same basic composition.
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Lyrical AmbiguityThe lyrical ambiguity of "Mary Anne with the Shaky Hand" is a classic example of The Who's ability to weave complex and thought-provoking narratives into their music.
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