Roxy Music became a successful act in Europe and Australia during the 1970s. This success began with their self-titled debut studio album in 1972. The band pioneered more musically sophisticated elements of glam rock while significantly influencing early English punk music, and provided a model for many new wave acts while innovating elements of electronic composition. The group also conveyed their distinctive brand of visual and musical sophistication with their focus on glamorous fashions. Ferry and co-founding member Eno have had influential solo careers. Eno became one of the most significant British record producers of the late 20th century. Rolling Stone originally ranked Roxy Music No. 98 on their greatest artists list ("The Immortals – The 100 Greatest Artists of All Time"), but dropped the group from the list when they updated it in 2011.
Roxy Music's final studio album was Avalon (1982), which was certified Platinum in the United States. In 2005, the band began recording what would have become their ninth studio album—and their first album with Eno since 1973 (he wrote two songs for it and also played keyboards). However, Ferry eventually announced that the material from these sessions would instead be released as a Ferry solo studio album, with Eno playing on "a couple of tracks", and that he believed the group would never again produce a record as Roxy Music. The album was released in 2010 as the Ferry solo studio album Olympia. It featured contributions from Eno, Manzanera, and Mackay (amongst many other session players).
In 2011, Roxy Music played a series of 40th-anniversary shows, but went inactive as a performing entity following the concerts. In 2019, Roxy Music were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In 2022, Roxy Music reformed for a tour to mark the 50th anniversary of their debut studio album.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roxy_Music
Studio albums
Roxy Music (1972)
For Your Pleasure (1973)
Stranded (1973)
Country Life (1974)
Siren (1975)
Manifesto (1979)
Flesh and Blood (1980)
Avalon (1982)
"In" Crowd
Roxy Music Lyrics
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I go where the "in" crowd goes
I'm in with the "in" crowd
And i know what the "in" crowd knows (how to have fun!)
Any time of the year, don't you hear? (how to have fun!)
Dressin' fine, makin' time
We breeze up and down the street
They make way day or night
They know the "in" crowd is out of sight
I'm in with the "in" crowd
I know ev'ry latest dance
When you're in with "in" crowd
It's easy to find romance (and we work out!)
At a spot where the beat's really hot (and we work out!)
If it's square we ain't there
We make ev'ry minute count
Our share is always the biggest amount
Other guys imitate us
But the original's still the greatest
We got our own way of walkin'
We got our way of talkin' (gotta have fun!)
Any time of the year, don't you hear (gotta have fun!)
Spendin' cash, talkin' trash
Girl, I'll show you a real good time
Come on with me and leave your troubles behind
I don't care where you've been
You ain't been nowhere till you been in with "in" crowd
The Roxy Music song "In" Crowd is essentially a celebration of being part of the popular, influential set known as the "in crowd." The lyrics suggest that these people are confident, stylish, and well-traveled, always up on the latest trends and able to command respect from everyone they meet. The song implies that being part of this elite group is highly desirable, as it offers a chance to have fun and find romance while standing out from the crowd.
The sense of exclusivity and superiority that the lyrics convey is echoed in the song's upbeat, jazzy instrumentation and catchy chorus. The phrase "in with the in crowd" is repeated throughout the song as a kind of mantra to reinforce the idea that being part of this group is the ultimate goal. The lyrics also suggest that the "in crowd" has a distinctive way of walking and talking, suggesting that they have their own unique style and identity.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in with the "in" crowd
I belong to the popular group of people who are fashionable and trendy
I go where the "in" crowd goes
I follow and imitate the behavior and choices of the popular and trendy people
And i know what the "in" crowd knows (how to have fun!)
I am familiar with the customs and practices of the popular and trendy group, especially how to enjoy oneself
Any time of the year, don't you hear? (how to have fun!)
Regardless of the season, we always know how to have a good time
Dressin' fine, makin' time
We make an effort to dress in a fashionable way and schedule our activities to match the trendsetters
We breeze up and down the street
We stroll in a relaxed and confident way, showing off our trendy style to others
We get respect from people we meet
Others acknowledge and admire our fashionable style and behavior, giving us social status and respect
They make way day or night
People give way and show deference to us, even at all hours of the day and night
They know the "in" crowd is out of sight
Everyone recognizes that the popular and trendy group is exceptional and superior
I know ev'ry latest dance
I am familiar with and can perform all the latest trendy dances
When you're in with "in" crowd
Being part of the popular and trendy group makes life easier and more enjoyable
It's easy to find romance (and we work out!)
It is effortless to find a romantic partner when you are part of the popular and trendy group, as we are also in good physical shape
At a spot where the beat's really hot (and we work out!)
We always go to places where the music is trendy and popular, and we also exercise to stay in shape
If it's square we ain't there
We avoid anything that is unfashionable or old-fashioned, as we only associate with the trendy and modern
We make ev'ry minute count
We are efficient and productive in our activities, never wasting our time
Our share is always the biggest amount
We always get the most attention, enjoyment, or success, as we are part of the popular and trendy group
Other guys imitate us
Less popular and trendy people try to copy our behavior and style, as they admire and envy us
But the original's still the greatest
However, no one can match the genuine and authentic essence of the popular and trendy group
We got our own way of walkin'
We have our unique style of walking that sets us apart from others
We got our way of talkin' (gotta have fun!)
We have our unique language and manner of speaking that reflects our playful and enjoyable lifestyle
Spendin' cash, talkin' trash
We freely spend our money on fashionable and trendy items and engage in lighthearted, teasing conversations with others
Girl, I'll show you a real good time
I will make sure you enjoy yourself to the fullest if you join me
Come on with me and leave your troubles behind
Follow me and forget all your worries and problems, as you will have a great time with us
I don't care where you've been
I do not judge your previous experiences or lifestyle
You ain't been nowhere till you been in with "in" crowd
However, you have not truly experienced life until you have been part of the popular and trendy group like us
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Cloud9
Written by: Billy Page
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Pavane Oliveiro
Oh my god. I think I'm going to self combust. Every move, every note, every beat, every quiver is so perfectly fantastic. ROXY! You blow my mind! It's knicker-throwing stuff!
Lady Tron
Mmmm ....army uniform or tuxedo can’t quite make up my mind.😍😍😍😍
Miriam Moore
Always great to see LIVE Bryan from the 70's. (Although the 'tash wasn't his best look. Big love for the tuchus, however.)
Robert Middlemiss
This is a real tasty version of a great track....
Sebastian Wendel
I always loved his mannerism
Mango Jerry
Me too
Andrea Fry
He is bloody gorgeous ! 😍💕😘💋🥰
Sue Milner
Oh my god yeah. .. he is sex on legs !
Andromeda Perséa
Yes ! Bryan !.. hypnotic ..sensual and charmant singer !! Together over. The rainbow !!!
Robert Iaccarino
@ the spot where the beat's really hot