Stool Pigeon
The Avalanches, Kid Creole & the Coconuts
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There's a gentleman that's going round Turning the joint upside down Stool Pigeon - ha-cha-cha-cha He's an old ex-con that's been away Now he's back, no one's safe Stool Pigeon - ha-cha-cha-cha If you wanna squeal, said the FBI We can make a deal, make it worth your while So he told it all and in return He got a credit card and a Thunderbird And the maximum security Even after plastic surgery So go on and squeal, said the FBI We can make a deal, make it worth your while There's a gentleman that's going round Turning the joint upside down Stool Pigeon - ha-cha-cha-cha He's an old ex-con that's been away Now he's back, no one's safe Stool Pigeon - ha-cha-cha-cha After all the talk then they wired him And he took a walk with his crooked friends And they joked about the good old days And he recorded it on a reel of tape He caught the mug who did in the forgery And the babe in charge of larceny So the FBI they rewarded him Because they like a guy who will stab a friend There's a gentleman that's going round Turning the joint upside down Stool Pigeon - ha-cha-cha-cha He's an old ex-con that's been away Now he's back, no one's safe Stool Pigeon - ha-cha-cha-cha There's a gentleman that's going round .... If you wanna squeal, said the FBI We can make a deal, make it worth your while So he told it all and in return He got a credit card and a Thunderbird He got a spanking new identity And a condo down in Miami He bought a plane, a boat and jewelry But he couldn't buy any company There's a gentleman that's going round .... There's a gentleman that's going round ....
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Written by: AUGUST DARNELL
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14 facts about this song
Song Origin"Stool Pigeon" is a song performed by Kid Creole and the Coconuts, a band fronted by August Darnell, who is also known as Kid Creole.
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Song CompositionThe song was co-written by Darnell and Sugar-coated Andy (aka Andy Hernandez), who was a member of the band, playing the vibraphone and serving as a lyricist.
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Chart PerformanceReleased in 1982, "Stool Pigeon" peaked at number 7 on the UK singles chart.
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Song ContentThe lyrics of "Stool Pigeon" tell a story about a man who becomes an informer and ends up in jail, reflecting the band's often theatrical performances and storytelling through music.
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Unique StyleThe song is notable for its fusion of elements from different musical styles, including big band jazz, disco, and Latin music, forming part of Kid Creole and the Coconuts' unique sound and image.
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Album Feature"Stool Pigeon" is one of the most recognizable tracks from the band's third album, "Tropical Gangsters," which became their most successful release.
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Musical InfluenceThe melody in "Stool Pigeon" owes a debt to Ennio Morricone's score for the film "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly," particularly the whistle sounds.
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Live Performances"Stool Pigeon" remains a staple on Kid Creole and the Coconuts' setlists during their live performances.
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Thematic ElementThe song is a part of Kid Creole and the Coconuts' recurring theme of gangster mythology that shows throughout their discography.
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Song RecognitionThe Guardian listed "Stool Pigeon" as one of the 1000 songs everyone must hear.
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Pop CultureThe song is often used in various films and TV shows, reinforcing the timeless appeal of Kid Creole and the Coconuts' music.
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Iconic Dance MovesThe song is also associated with the signature dance moves of the band's trio of backing vocalists, The Coconuts.
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Music VideoThe colorful and theatrical music video for "Stool Pigeon" perfectly encapsulates the band's style and has become classic in its own right.
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Grammy NominationIn 1983, Kid Creole and the Coconuts received a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, largely due to the success of "Tropical Gangsters" and hits like "Stool Pigeon."
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