Nancy Boy

Placebo

About Nancy Boy

Nancy Boy is also a nickname/slur for effeminate homosexual men and the name of an early 1990s band led by Donovan Leitch "Nancy Boy" is a song by British alternative rock band Placebo, released on 20 January 1997, as the fourth single from their debut album self-titled album, released on Hut Records. As with their first single "Come Home", the single edit is a re-recorded version, noticeably different from the album version. "Nancy Boy" contains themes of drugs, sex, gender confusion and bisexuality. "Nancy Boy" became their breakthrough single, peaking at number four in the UK Singles Chart a month after the single's release. While Placebo originally charted at number forty upon its release, after the release of "Nancy Boy" the album re-entered the UK Albums Chart at number five in February, staying on chart for thirteen weeks. 


Year:
1996
3:30
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Alcoholic kind of mood
lose my clothes, lose my lube
cruising for a piece of fun
looking out for number one
different partner every night
so narcotic outta sight
what a gas, what a beautiful ass.

And it all breaks down at the role reversal,
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.
And it all breaks down at the first rehearsal,
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.

Kind of buzz that lasts for days
had some help from insect ways
comes across all shy and coy
just another nancy boy.
Woman man or modern monkey
just another happy junkie
fifty pounds, press my button
going down.

And it all breaks down at the role reversal
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.
And it all breaks down at the first rehearsal,
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.

Does his makeup in his room
douse himself with cheap perfume
eyeholes in a paper bag
greatest lay I ever had
kind of guy who mates for life
gotta help him find a wife
we're a couple, when our bodies double.

And it all breaks down at the role reversal
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.
And it all breaks down at the first rehearsal,
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.

And it all breaks down at the role reversal,
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me.
And it all breaks down at the first rehearsal,
got the muse in my head she's universal,
spinnin' me round she's coming over me. 

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Placebo

Placebo are an English alternative rock band from London. They were formed in 1994 by singer-guitarist Brian Molko and guitarist/bassist Stefan Olsdal. The band was soon joined by drummer Robert Schultzberg, who was later replaced by Steve Hewitt after conflicts with Molko. Hewitt left the band in October 2007 and was replaced by Steve Forrest in 2008. Placebo are known for their androgynous image and angst-fueled musical content. To date, they have released six studio albums, all of which have reached the top 20 in the UK, and have sold over ten million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, ROBERT SCHULTZBERG

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Nancy Boy" is a song by the British alternative rock band Placebo, released as the fourth single from their self-titled debut album on 20th January 1997.
Commercial Success
The song is most notable for being Placebo's breakthrough single, reaching number 4 in the UK Singles Chart.
Structure and Themes
Lyrically, "Nancy Boy" is explicit in its discussion of hedonism and bisexuality, themes often explored by Placebo.
Music Video
The song's video was directed by Howard Greenhalgh and portrays a fantasy version of the band performing in an opulent mansion filled with eccentric party-goers and avant-garde imagery.
Reception
It is viewed as one of Placebo’s most well-known and popular songs, gaining appreciation for its catchy tune and provocative lyrics.
Band Member Perspectives
Placebo's frontman, Brian Molko, has expressed mixed feelings about the song, stating in an interview that while it played an instrumental role in the band's breakthrough, its popularity led to misinterpretations about the band's image and sound.
Song Title
The term "Nancy Boy" is slang – originally derogatory – for an effeminate or homosexual man. The song's title and content reflect the band's challenge of traditional gender norms and sexual identities in their music.
Song's Influence
"Nancy Boy" significantly contributed to Placebo's reputation as a gender-bending, genre-defying rock band with a unique, punk-influenced sound.
Live Performances
Despite the song's popularity, it hasn't frequently featured in Placebo's setlists since 2004, potentially due to Molko's ambivalent relationship with the track.
Controversy
The song’s sexual content and explicit lyrics were subject to censorship on radio and TV upon its release, generating debate and discussion around artistic freedom.

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