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The Waterboys – A Girl Called Johnny – Seven Inch Vinyl Record
A Girl Called Johnny is a song by the Scottish-Irish rock band The Waterboys. It was released as the lead single from their debut album, “The Waterboys,” in 1983.
The song is a lively and energetic rock track with folk and new wave influences. A Girl Called Johnny showcases the distinctive vocal style of lead singer Mike Scott and features catchy guitar riffs and driving rhythms. The lyrics of the song are poetic and evoke a sense of rebellion and the search for personal identity.
A Girl Called Johnny became one of The Waterboys’ signature songs and helped establish their unique sound and style. It received critical acclaim and gained attention for its fusion of rock, folk, and literary influences.
The song’s title refers to the Irish singer and songwriter Patti Smith, whose real name is Patricia Lee Smith. The track pays homage to Smith and her influence on the band’s music and artistic vision.
If you’re a fan of energetic and poetic rock music with folk influences, A Girl Called Johnny by The Waterboys is definitely worth a listen. It captures the essence of the band’s early sound and sets the stage for their subsequent musical explorations.
Brand new and never played in picture sleeve
Chicken Jazz Records 1983
Track Listing
1. A Girl Called Johnny
2. The Late Train To Heaven
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