Brass In Pocket
Pretender Lyrics


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Got brass in pocket
Got bottle, I'm gonna use it
Intention, I feel inventive
Gonna make you, make you, make you notice

Got motion, restrained emotion
Been driving, Detroit leaning
No reason, just seems so pleasing
Gonna make you, make you, make you notice

Gonna use my arms
Gonna use my legs
Gonna use my style
Gonna use my sidestep
Gonna use my fingers
Gonna use my, my, my imagination

'Cause I gonna make you see
There's nobody else here
No one like me
I'm special (special), so special (special)
I gotta have some of your attention, give it to me

Got rhythm, I can't miss a beat
Got new skank, it's so reet
Got something, I'm winking at you
Gonna make you, make you, make you notice

Gonna use my arms
Gonna use my legs
Gonna use my style
Gonna use my sidestep
Gonna use my fingers
Gonna use my, my, my imagination, oh

'Cause I gonna make you see
There's nobody else here
No one like me
I'm special (special), so special (special)
I gotta have some of your attention
Give it to me
'Cause I gonna make you see
There's nobody else here
No one like me
I'm special (special), so special (special)
I gotta have some of your attention

Give it to me




Oh
And when you walk

Overall Meaning

Into the room
You see me and you know that I'm the one
I'll bite my lip and twirl my hair
And make you feel like you're the only one


In "Brass in Pocket," The Pretenders lead singer Chrissie Hynde asserts her confidence and individuality, proclaiming that she is special and will make anyone who crosses her path notice her. The song's title phrase "brass in pocket" is a slang term meaning having money or feeling confident, which perfectly encapsulates the song's overall theme. The lyrics's tone swings from brash to sly, as Hynde conveys the message that she is too unique to ignore but remains playful and flirtatious. The first verse, "Got bottle, I'm gonna use it. Intention, I feel inventive. Gonna make you, make you, make you notice," sets the song's empowering and assertive vibe.


The second verse, "Gonna use my arms, legs, sidestep, style, fingers, and imagination," highlights Hynde's creativity and resourcefulness. She showcases that she can use any part of her body and her imagination to make people notice her. Hynde's message is clear that she is determined to capture the attention of the person she sings about. The song's chorus, "I gotta have some of your attention, give it to me," further underscores her insistence that she is a unique person deserving of attention.


Line by Line Meaning

Got brass in pocket
I am confident and feel like I have something valuable to offer


Got bottle, I'm gonna use it
I have courage and I am willing to take risks to achieve my goals


Intention, I feel inventive
I have a clear idea of what I want to achieve and I am creative in finding ways to make it happen


Gonna make you, make you, make you notice
I am determined to get your attention and make you aware of my presence


Got motion, restrained emotion
I am energetic and have a lot of drive, but I am keeping my emotions under control


Been driving, Detroit leaning
I have been working hard and I am ahead of the curve


No reason, just seems so pleasing
I am enjoying the process of pursuing my goals, even if there is no specific reason to do so


Gonna use my arms
I am going to use my physical abilities to get what I want


Gonna use my legs
I am going to use my ability to move around to get where I need to go


Gonna use my style
I am going to use my uniqueness and personal flair to set myself apart


Gonna use my sidestep
I am going to use my ability to think outside the box and avoid obstacles


Gonna use my fingers
I am going to use my dexterity and ability to manipulate things to my advantage


Gonna use my, my, my imagination
I am going to use my creativity and ability to innovate to overcome challenges


'Cause I gonna make you see
I am going to make you aware of my presence and make sure you recognize my worth


There's nobody else here
I am unique and there is no one else like me


No one like me
I am special and one-of-a-kind


I'm special (special), so special (special)
I am truly unique and have something valuable to offer


I gotta have some of your attention, give it to me
I am determined to get your attention and make sure you recognize my worth


Got rhythm, I can't miss a beat
I am focused and determined to stay on track and keep up with the pace of life


Got new skank, it's so reet
I have a new style that is fresh and exciting


Got something, I'm winking at you
I have something special to offer and I am trying to catch your attention


Gonna make you, make you, make you notice
I am determined to get your attention and make sure you recognize my worth


Give it to me
I want you to recognize my worth and give me the attention I deserve


And when you walk
I am watching you closely and waiting for my chance to make my move




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Christine Hynde, James Honeyman-Scott

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@chevy2003ism

Got brass in pocket
Got bottle I'm gonna use it
Intention I feel inventive
Gonna make you, make you, make you notice
Got motion restrained emotion
Been driving Detroit leaning
No reason just seems so pleasing
Gonna make you, make you, make you notice
Gonna use my arms
Gonna use my legs
Gonna use my style
Gonna use my sidestep
Gonna use my fingers
Gonna use my, my, my imagination
Cause I gonna make you see
There's nobody else here
No one like me
I'm special, so special
I gotta have some of your attention give it to me
Got rhythm I can't miss a beat
Got new skank it's so reet
Got something I'm winking at you
Gonna make you, make you, make you notice
Gonna use my arms
Gonna use my legs
Gonna use my style
Gonna use my sidestep
Gonna use my fingers
Gonna use my, my, my imagination
Cause I gonna make you see
There's nobody else here
No one like me
I'm special, so special
I gotta have some of your attention
Give it to me
Cause I gonna make you see
There's nobody else here
No one like me
I'm special, so special
I gotta have some of your attention
Give it to me
And when you walk



All comments from YouTube:

@sharonkremer614

My boyfriend once gave me a mixed tape and this was the first track on it,11 months later we married and it lasted for 28 fantastic years. Sadly he passed away 4 years ago. I've managed to put it behind me but now every time I hear this piece I automatically have to smile and laugh to myself. Music is definitely the best medicine 😊

@michaelkaiser1864

honor to his memory Lady. Strength to you.

@sharonkremer614

@Michael Kaiser That is so nice of you , thanks for that 👌

@michaelkaiser1864

@SHARON KREMER my wife and i are like yall. We met through mutual friends at our hangout (a general store). The owner was our den mother and many times confidant.
6 years later my friend was in a bind and needed a place to crash. She was then 19 and i 24. She never moved out lol.3 years later married. 27 years this october.

@sharonkremer614

@Michael Kaiser And who said marriages don't last because that's also a lovely story. It's crazy how a simple but also great piece of music can bring up such beautiful memories. Good luck for the coming future and don't stop believing in the magic of music 😉

@michaelkaiser1864

@SHARON KREMER amen sister :)

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@artlover1477

61 years old and some tears in my eyes watching this. Chrissie so vulnerable and sweet. But more so seeing two young, talented men who are no longer with us.

@SH-lz9du

I'm 56 now and when I hear this, I'm 12 years old again. Singing into my hairbrush, shaking it in front of my mirror...belting it out like I believed that I was something special.

Damn I love this song.

@89CMax

My favorite song to do Karaoke, transports me into a confident badass!

@eyeshowyou

I am 56 and had the same experience 🎉😂

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