The Man With The Horn
Phil Collins · Other Songs - Phil Collins
He's on the same street corner almost every day
And there's always a crowd wherever he goes
And when he blows his horn, well everybody knows
I only wanna see him play
All the girls 'n' boys they wanna see him play
Nobody else they wanna see him play
And he brings a tear to the eye
He'll make you smile of make you cry
And nobody asks him why
Cos they just wanna see him play
They come from every way, every night
He's got a band so out there, it's outta sight
And the boys in the dancehall are rocking in the aisle
The girls up front - they wanna see him smile
I only wanna see him play
All the girls 'n' boys they wanna see him play
Nobody else they wanna see him play
And he brings a tear to the eye
He'll make you smile of make you cry
Ooh, nobody asks him why
Cos they just wanna see him play
Yeah, he's the man with the horn
Ooh they wanna see him play
Yeah, he's the man with the horn
Ooh they wanna see him play
Yeah, he's the man with the horn
You know they wanna see him, they wanna see him
They wanna, they wanna, they wanna see him play
(Play it, Don!)
Ah, station to station, coast to coast
Well you can hear all his records on the radio
He makes every evening feel like Saturday night
And if you're happy or sad he'll make the feeling right
I only wanna see him play
All the girls 'n' boys they wanna see him play
Nobody else they wanna see him play
And he brings a tear to the eye
He'll make you smile of make you cry
Ooh, nobody asks him why
Cos they just wanna see him play
Yes, you know they wanna see him, they wanna see him
Chow, they know they wanna see him, they wanna see him
They wanna, they wanna, they wanna see him play
They wanna see him play, play, play, play
Oh, all the girls and boys wanna see him play
All the girls and boys wanna see him play
All the girls and boys...
The Man With The Horn
Phil Collins' "The Man With The Horn" stands as a distinctive song in his extensive solo catalogue, showcasing the artist's versatility beyond his signature power ballads. Released during a period where Collins frequently experimented with upbeat, rhythmic arrangements, the track highlights his ability to blend pop sensibilities with intricate percussion. While often overshadowed by massive hits like "In The Air Tonight" or "Another Day in Paradise," this recording demonstrates the depth of his work during the height of his commercial success. The song reflects the polished production values that defined his era, utilizing Collins' renowned drumming skills to drive the composition forward. It remains a testament to his broad musical range and his capacity to craft memorable melodies that resonate within the broader landscape of British pop and rock music.