High Classed
Hollies · Clarke Hicks & Nash Years [2011]
Oh well, your taste is good
I know I can't love you
Like I know I should
But we've got a good understanding
Ah, we've got us
You wear good clothes
When I wear rags
You got educated friends
But we've got a good understanding
We've got us
We can't be seen in public
Oh, we gotta find lonely places to go
If they see me walking with you
Your friends'll cut you dead
I've seen it happen, I know
You eat caviar
When I eat toast
You know I can't buy you
The things you like most
We've got a good understanding
We've got us
Ah, sing those songs
We can't be seen in public
Oh, we gotta find lonely places to go
If they see me walking with you
Your friends'll cut you dead
I've seen it happen, I know
You eat caviar
When I eat toast
You know I can't buy you
The things you like most
We've got a good understanding
We've got us
Oh, yeah, aw, we've got us
Believe me, we've got us
High Classed - Hollies
Released on the Hollies' 2011 compilation album Clarke Hicks & Nash Years, 'High Classed' stands as a quintessential example of the group's mid-to-late era output. Recorded during the tenure of original members Clarke Hicks and Nash, the track exemplifies the band's signature blend of melodic pop and rock, characterized by tight harmonies and driving rhythms. While the song does not share the immediate chart dominance of their earlier hits like 'Long Cool Woman,' it remains a significant part of their discography, showcasing the enduring appeal of their songwriting crafted in the 1960s. The recording captures the polished production style typical of the period, serving as a nostalgic reminder of the band's contribution to the British Invasion sound and their ability to craft catchy, emotionally resonant pop melodies that have persisted in the public consciousness for decades.