Virginia Plain [Roxy Music]
Bryan Ferry · Tokyo Joe-Best [2000]
All signed and sealed, I'll take it
To Robert E. Lee I'll show it
I hope and pray he don't blow it cause
Weve been around a long time
Just try, try, try tryin' to make the big time
Take me on a roller coaster
Take me for an airplane ride
Take me for a six days wonder, but don't you
Don't you throw my pride aside besides
What's real and make believe
Baby Jane's in Acapulco, we are flyin' down to Rio
Throw me a line, I'm sinking fast
Clutching at straws, can't make it
Havana sound were trying hard edge the hipster jiving
Last picture shows down the drive-in
Youre so sheer, you're so chic
Teenage rebel of the week
Flavours of the mountain steamline
Midnight blue casino floors
Dance the Cha-Cha through 'till sunrise
Open up exclusive doors, oh wow
Just like flamingos look the same
So me and you just we two
Got to search for something new
Far beyond the pale horizon
Some place near the desert strand
Where my Studebaker takes me
That's where I'll make my stand, but wait
Can't you see that holzer mane?
What's her name, Virginia Plain
Virginia Plain
Released in 1972 on Roxy Music's debut album, "Virginia Plain" stands as a defining track of the progressive rock era. Written by Bryan Ferry and Brian Eno, the song blends poetic storytelling with intricate musical arrangements, showcasing the band's signature blend of art rock and pop sensibilities. The track features a distinctive opening guitar riff and a haunting vocal performance that became a staple of Ferry's discography. Its enduring appeal lies in its atmospheric production and lyrical depth, capturing the melancholic mood of early 1970s London. Reissued on various compilation albums, the song remains a critical touchstone for fans of the genre and a testament to Roxy Music's innovative approach to rock music during its formative years.