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Simple Simon is the debut single by Australian rock band INXS, released in May 1980 via Deluxe Records. The title track was co-written by four of the group's members, Garry Gary Beers, Andrew Farriss, Jon Farriss, Tim Farriss and Michael Hutchence. The B-side, "We Are the Vegetables", was co-written by A Farriss, J Farriss, T Farriss, Hutchence and Kirk Pengilly. This title refers to an early band name, the Vegetables, which they used when performing in Perth in 1978. Besides Australia the single was released in France (via RCA Victor). It was not included on the band's first album, INXS, which was issued in October 1980 but appeared on a compilation album, INXSIVE, in 1982.more »
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INXS
INXS (pronounced "in excess", In-XS) were an Australian rock band, formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney, New South Wales. Mainstays were Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on guitar and keyboards, Jon Farriss on drums, Tim Farriss on lead guitar and Kirk Pengilly on guitar and saxophone. For 20 years, INXS were fronted by Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, whose "sultry good looks" and magnetic stage presence made him the focal point of the band. Initially known for their New Wave/ska/pop style, they later developed a harder pub rock style, including funk and dance elements. more »
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Written by: ANDREW CHARLES FARRISS, GARRY WILLIAM BEERS, JON FARRISS, KIRK PENGILLY, MICHAEL HUTCHENCE, TIMOTHY WILLIAM FARRISS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre"Simple Simon" is a song by INXS, an Australian rock band which is known for their mix of rock, new wave, and dance music. |
Release Date"Simple Simon" was released as a single in 1980. It was one of the earliest releases by INXS, predating their international success. |
Debut EPThis song is actually the title track from INXS's debut extended play (EP). The EP was self-financed by the band and released exclusively in their home country of Australia. |
LyricsThe lyrics of “Simple Simon” are heavily influenced by political sentiments and criticize simplistic approaches to complex problems. |
SuccessDespite its impassioned message, "Simple Simon" did not chart when it was originally released. |
Live PerformancesThough it wasn't a hit, "Simple Simon" was frequently played during the band's early live performances. |
Band Line-upAt the time of Simple Simon’s release, INXS was in its original lineup. The band featured Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on keyboards/guitar, Tim Farriss on lead guitar, and Kirk Pengilly on saxophone/guitar, and Jon on drums. |
ProducersThe Simple Simon EP, including the title track, was produced by INXS with Duncan McGuire and Graham Owens. |
B-sideThe B-side of the "Simple Simon" single release was a song titled "We Are the Vegetables." |
Limited ReleaseINXS's "Simple Simon/We Are the Vegetables" 7 inch single is now considered a rare find among record collectors due to its limited release and the band's later popularity. |
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