Crocodile Shoes
Jimmy Nail
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Artist Information"Crocodile Shoes" is a song by Jimmy Nail, an English singer-songwriter, actor, film producer, and television writer. He gained great popularity for his acting career in the UK before stepping into the music industry.
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Song BackgroundThe song "Crocodile Shoes" was released in 1994 and is the title track from Nail's album of the same name.
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TV Drama Tie-inInterestingly, the album "Crocodile Shoes" was a tie-in with a television drama. Nail wrote and produced the drama series, also titled "Crocodile Shoes," which aired on BBC from 1994-1996. The song, therefore, became associated with both the TV show and the album.
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Chart Performance"Crocodile Shoes" was a commercial success. It peaked at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Nail's highest charting singles.
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Song StructureThe song is known for its catchy chorus and memorable lyrics. "Crocodile Shoes" tells a story, just like many of the songs on the album, fitting in with the narrative of the TV show.
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Musical StyleJimmy Nail's music often draws from country and folk roots, with "Crocodile Shoes" reflecting this in its sound and story-telling lyrics. His music often incorporates elements of pop and rock as well.
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Album SuccessThe album "Crocodile Shoes" also achieved commercial success, peaking at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart. It eventually was certified triple-platinum in the UK, making it Jimmy Nail’s most successful album.
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Song's LegacyEven many years after its release, the song "Crocodile Shoes" still enjoys airplay on various radio stations in the UK and is often considered a notable piece of 90s folk and country-influenced music in Britain.
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InspirationNail has reportedly stated the inspiration for "Crocodile Shoes" and the related TV series came from his own experiences of the music industry and his passion for storytelling.
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Soundtrack UseSince its release, "Crocodile Shoes" has been used in numerous compilations and TV music specials, reasserting its lasting popularity.
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