Do It Again
Steely Dan
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In the mornin' you go gunnin' for the man who stole your water And you fire till he is done in but they catch you at the border And the mourners are all singin' as they drag you by your feet But the hangman isn't hangin' and they put you on the street You go back, Jack, do it again, wheel turinin' 'round and 'round You go back, Jack, do it again When you know she's no high climber then you find your only friend In a room with your two timer, and you're sure you're near the end Then you love a little wild one, and she brings you only sorrow All the time you know she's smilin' you'll be on your knees tomorrow, yeah You go back, Jack, do it again, wheel turinin' 'round and 'round You go back, Jack, do it again Now you swear and kick and beg us that you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas with a handle in your hand Your black cards can make you money so you hide them when you're able In the land of milk and honey you must put them on the table You go back, Jack, do it again, wheels turinin' 'round and 'round You go back, Jack, do it again
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Written by: Donald Jay Fagen, Walter Carl Becker, Donald Fagen
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
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15 facts about this song
Release Details"Do It Again" by Steely Dan was first released on their debut album, "Can't Buy a Thrill", in November 1972.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1973.
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Unique InstrumentationThis track features a solo played on an electric sitar, an unusual instrument for rock music.
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Writing Credits"Do It Again" was written by the band's co-founders, Donald Fagen and Walter Becker.
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Recorded VersionThe recorded version of "Do It Again" is over five minutes long, but a shorter version was released for radio play.
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics of "Do It Again" have a pessimistic theme, covering topics like addiction, desire, and the propensity for repeating mistakes.
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Song Style"Do It Again" is one of Steely Dan's most famously catchy songs, blending elements of rock, jazz, and pop.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Do It Again", including Waylon Jennings and Deodato.
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RecognitionIn 2015, the song was ranked No. 54 on Billboard's All-Time Top Songs chart.
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Album SuccessBeyond the success of the song itself, "Can't Buy a Thrill" was a commercial and critical hit and is often regarded as one of the strongest debut albums in rock.
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Band's Name OriginSteely Dan took their name from a dildo mentioned in the book "Naked Lunch" by William Burroughs. This unique choice contrasts with the more mainstream sound of songs like "Do It Again".
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Notable PerformancesOne of the most notable performances of "Do It Again" occurred in 1993 when Steely Dan played the song live on "The Late Show with David Letterman".
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Incomplete BandEven though Steely Dan is typically thought of as a band, "Do It Again", like many of their tracks, included session musicians. Donald Fagen and Walter Becker were the only consistent members.
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Background VocalsDavid Palmer, who provided the background vocals on "Do It Again", sang lead on many of Steely Dan's early songs because Fagen wasn't comfortable being the frontman at first.
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Reception Over TimeAlthough it was a hit at the time, "Do It Again" has remained one of Steely Dan's most enduring songs, regularly played on classic rock radio and beloved by fans.
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