Whistle For the Choir
The Fratellis
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Well you must be a girl with shoes like that She said you know me well I seen you and little Steven and Joanna around the back of my hotel oh yeah Someone said you was asking after me But I know you best as a blagger I said tell me your name is it sweet? She said my boy it's Dagger oh yeah I was good she was hot Stealin' everything she got I was bold she was over the worst of it Gave me gear thank you dear bring yer sister over here Let her dance with me just for the hell of it Well you must be a boy with bones like that She said you got me wrong I would've sold them to you If I could've just have kept the last of my clothes on oh yeah Call me up take me down with you When you go I could be your regular belle And I'll dance for little Steven and Joanna around the back of my hotel oh yeah I was good she was hot Stealin' everything she got I was bold she was over the worst of it Gave me gear thank you dear bring yer sister over here Let 'er dance with me just for the hell of it Chelsea Chelsea I believe when you're dancing Slowly sucking your sleeve The boys get lonely after you leave It's one for the Dagger and another for the one you believe Chelsea I believe when you're dancing Slowly sucking your sleeve The boys get lonely after you leave It's one for the Dagger, another for the one you believe, the one you believe
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Written by: John Lawler
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Release Date and Album"Whistle For the Choir" was released on November 27, 2006. It is the third single from The Fratellis' debut album "Costello Music."
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart, marking it as one of the band's most successful releases.
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Lyric compositionUnlike many songs, "Whistle For the Choir" consists entirely of choruses and verses. It does not have a bridge section.
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Musical StyleThe song incorporates elements of indie rock and post-punk revival, genres for which The Fratellis are renowned.
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InspirationJon Fratelli, the band's lead vocalist and songwriter, got the inspiration for "Whistle For the Choir" while he was in America. Specifically, he was in a taxi heading down Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles when he got the idea for the song.
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Single Cover ArtThe cover art for the "Whistle for the Choir" single features a vintage photograph of three women, evoking a retro aesthetic that complements the band's eclectic style.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was shot in black and white. It begins with the band performing on a stage and continues with scenes of a circus, reflecting the song's whimsical, lyrical narrative.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "Whistle for the Choir" for its catchy melody and engaging lyrics, cementing The Fratellis' reputation as skilled songwriters.
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Live Performances"Whistle for the Choir" has become a staple of The Fratellis' live performances. The audience often sings along, creating a shared experience that strengthens the community of fans.
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Acoustic VersionAn acoustic version of "Whistle for the Choir" was included in the band's 2007 EP, "Edgy In Brixton." This stripped-down rendition highlights the songwriting prowess of the band.
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Usage in Popular MediaThe song has been used in several television shows and commercials, contributing to its wider recognition and popularity. For example, it was featured in an episode of the sitcom "How I Met Your Mother".
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