Snookeroo
Ringo Starr
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By Elton John and Bernie Taupin ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR! I WAS BORN IN THE NORTH OF ENGLAND, I WAS RAISED IN A WORKING TOWN. I BROKE ALL THE RULES WHEN I WENT TO SCHOOL, BUT THE TEACHER'S COULDN'T PIN ME DOWN. I TRIED TO MAKE MY PARENTS PROUD BY ADAPTING THE SOCIAL POWERS. OH, PIGS WILL FLY AND THE EARTH WILL FRY, WHEN THEY GET ME DOING HONEST HOURS. SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, DADDY'S GOING ON THE BOOZE. MOTHER USED TO CUT MY HAIR AND SISTER USED TO MAKE THE NEWS. WELL, IT WAS TWO ROOMS UP AND TWO ROOMS DOWN, WE WERE SENTENCED BY THE WRECKING CRANE. OH, I WAS BORN ON THE EVE OF HALLOWEEN AND SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO'S MY NAME. I NEED SOMEONE TO COOK FOR ME AND TURN ME LOSE AT NIGHT. I COULD SPEND MY LIFE WITH A FACTORY GIRL, 'CAUSE A FACTORY GIRL'S MY TYPE. I HEAR THEM GOSSIP ON THE STREET, MOST OF WHAT THEY SAY IS TRUE. OH, DON'T YOU KNOW THAT I HEAR THEM SAY, "THERE GOES THAT LAZY, NO GOOD SNOOKEROO." SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, DADDY'S GOING ON THE BOOZE. MOTHER USED TO CUT MY HAIR AND SISTER USED TO MAKE THE NEWS. WELL, IT WAS TWO ROOMS UP (two rooms up) AND TWO ROOMS DOWN, (two rooms down) WE WERE SENTENCED BY THE WRECKING CRANE. OH, I WAS BORN ON THE EVE OF HALLOWEEN AND SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, (Snookeroo) SNOOKEROO'S MY NAME. (Oo-oo, oo-oo, oo-oo, oo-oo) SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, DADDY'S GOING ON THE BOOZE. MOTHER USED TO CUT MY HAIR AND SISTER USED TO MAKE THE NEWS. WELL, IT WAS TWO ROOMS UP (two rooms up) AND TWO ROOMS DOWN, (two rooms down) WE WERE SENTENCED BY THE WRECKING CRANE. WELL, I WAS BORN ON THE EVE OF HALLOWEEN AND SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO'S MY NAME, YEH.
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Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Snookeroo" is a song by Ringo Starr, the drummer for the British rock band, The Beatles. It was featured on his fifth studio album, "Goodnight Vienna," released in 1974.
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CollaborationThe song was written by two notable British musicians - Elton John and his longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin. This is one of the few times Elton John wrote a song specifically for another artist.
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Song ProductionThe song was produced by Richard Perry, a prolific American record producer who has worked with several significant acts like The Pointer Sisters, Carly Simon, and Barbra Streisand.
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Chart Performance"Snookeroo" was released as a double A-side single with "No No Song" in the U.S in 1975. It reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and remained there for a total of 11 weeks.
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Music GenreThe song strongly reflects Ringo's rock and roll style accentuated with a touch of pop, a genre where Elton John and Bernie Taupin significantly excelled during the 70s.
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Song MeaningThe term "Snookeroo" does not have any particular meaning. The song's lyrics tell the story of Ringo Starr's early life and experiences, making it a biographical piece.
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Live PerformancesDespite its success, Ringo Starr rarely performed "Snookeroo" live. The song wasn't a regular part of his setlist for his All-Starr Band tours.
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Backing Vocals and InstrumentationThe song features Elton John on piano, as well as backing vocals by Harry Nilsson, a close friend of Ringo Starr and another significant player in the 70s rock and roll scene.
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Cover VersionsThough not extensively covered by other artists, "Snookeroo" remains one of Ringo Starr's most popular solo songs.
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LegacyMany years later, "Snookeroo" continues to be a favorite amongst Ringo Starr and Beatles fans. It is often highlighted for its fun, upbeat sound and humorous lyrics.
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