LEO SAYER
- Long Tall Glasses Lyrics / with translationsI was travellin' down the road, feelin' hungry and coldI saw a sign sayin' food and drinks for everyoneso naturally I thought I would take me a look insideI saw so much food, there was water comin' from my eye
yeah there was ham an' there was turkey, there was caviaran' long tall glasses, with wine up to yar
an' then somebody grabbed me, threw me outta my chairsaid before you can eat, you gotta dance like Fred Astaire
you know I can't dance, you know I can't danceyou know I can't dance, you know I can't danceI can't dance
I am a man of the road -- a hobo by nameI don't seek entertainment, just poultry and gamebut if it's all the same to you, then yes I will try my handif you were as hungry as me then I'm sure you would understand
hmmmnow wait a minutelet me see now
of course I can dance of course I can danceI'm sure I can dance, I'm sure I can dance..I can dance
I can danceI really hit the floorah feels goodlook at me dancin'
I did a two-step, quick-step and a bossa novaa little Victor Silvester, and a Rudy Valentinoyou should a seen me movin', right across the floorhand me down my tuxedo, next week I'm comin' back for more
I can dance -- oh yes! I can dancelook at me dancin' the floor movin'I feel good -- I can danceI can dance, I can dance, I can dance.
yeah there was ham an' there was turkey, there was caviaran' long tall glasses, with wine up to yar
an' then somebody grabbed me, threw me outta my chairsaid before you can eat, you gotta dance like Fred Astaire
you know I can't dance, you know I can't danceyou know I can't dance, you know I can't danceI can't dance
I am a man of the road -- a hobo by nameI don't seek entertainment, just poultry and gamebut if it's all the same to you, then yes I will try my handif you were as hungry as me then I'm sure you would understand
of course I can dance of course I can danceI'm sure I can dance, I'm sure I can dance..I can dance
I can danceI really hit the floorah feels goodlook at me dancin'
I did a two-step, quick-step and a bossa novaa little Victor Silvester, and a Rudy Valentinoyou should a seen me movin', right across the floorhand me down my tuxedo, next week I'm comin' back for more
I can dance -- oh yes! I can dancelook at me dancin' the floor movin'I feel good -- I can danceI can dance, I can dance, I can dance.
Facts about Long Tall Glasses
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Long Tall Glasses is written by Leo Sayer, David Alexander Courtney.
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It is first released in 1974 as part of Leo Sayer's album "Just a Boy" which includes 10 tracks in total.
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When we take a closer look to the meaning, the song 'Long Tall Glasses' by Leo Sayer tells the story of a hobo who goes through a funny transformation after he discovers a lavish feast, which he can only access by breaking into dance, because his extreme need for food drives him to perform unexpected actions. The lyrics of Long Tall Glasses light up the atmosphere through their descriptions of celebration and joyful moments which create a festive atmosphere that grants people power while they enjoy their new freedom. The song displays two main themes which include the power of hunger and desperation and the ability to overcome obstacles through personal transformation and joyful achievements. The lyrics contain no offensive language, violence, or mature themes, making it suitable for all ages.
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Long Tall Glasses falls under the genre Rock.
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Long Tall Glasses song length is 3 minutes and 10 seconds.
Who wrote Long Tall Glasses lyrics?
Long Tall Glasses is written by Leo Sayer, David Alexander Courtney.
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When was Long Tall Glasses released?
It is first released in 1974 as part of Leo Sayer's album "Just a Boy" which includes 10 tracks in total.
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What is the meaning behind Long Tall Glasses lyrics?
When we take a closer look to the meaning, the song 'Long Tall Glasses' by Leo Sayer tells the story of a hobo who goes through a funny transformation after he discovers a lavish feast, which he can only access by breaking into dance, because his extreme need for food drives him to perform unexpected actions. The lyrics of Long Tall Glasses light up the atmosphere through their descriptions of celebration and joyful moments which create a festive atmosphere that grants people power while they enjoy their new freedom. The song displays two main themes which include the power of hunger and desperation and the ability to overcome obstacles through personal transformation and joyful achievements. The lyrics contain no offensive language, violence, or mature themes, making it suitable for all ages.
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Which genre is Long Tall Glasses?
Long Tall Glasses falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song Long Tall Glasses?
Long Tall Glasses song length is 3 minutes and 10 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Leo Sayer, David Alexander CourtneyRecord Label(s): 2005 Warner Strategic Marketing
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