The Who - A Legal Matter
The Who - A Legal Matter"A Legal Matter" is a song written by Pete Townshend and recorded by The Who for their debut album My Generation. It was recorded on 12 October 1965 at IBC Studios, and released as the B-Side to "The Kids Are Alright". The single was released by producer Shel Talmey without the permission of The Who on 11 March 1966 (the day drummer Keith Moon married his girlfriend Kim) and reached #32. This was an attempt to sabotage the release of the band's chosen single, "Substitute" which reached #5. The subject of the song is teenage divorce and it marks the first time Townshend sang lead vocals, rather than Roger Daltrey, possibly because the song was too close to home for Daltrey who was divorcing his wife at the time.Like other Who songs written during the same period, the female subject is accused of deceit and deception.The song was covered by Richard Thompson on his 2003 album 1000 Years Of Popular Music.Lyrics:I told you why I changed my mind I got caught by playing with time I know you thought you had me nailed But I freed my head from your guard and railsNow it's a legal matter baby, you got me on the run It's a legal matter baby, a legal matter from now onMy mind's lost in a house full of fog Wedding gowns and catalogues Kitchen furnishes and houses Maternity clothes and baby's trousersIt's a legal matter baby, marrying is no fun, a legal matter baby from now onI told you why I changed my mind I got bored by playing with time I know you thought you had me nailed But I freed my head from your guard and railsNow it's a legal matter baby, you got me on a runn It's a legal matter baby, a legal matter from now onYou ain't my first and you ain't my last I gain and lose my women fast I never want to make them cry I just get bored don't ask me why Just want to keep on doing all the good little things I do Not work all day in an office just to bringmy money back to you Sorry baby
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Keywords: The Who Legal Matter
Added: August 5, 2008