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Sugarloaf September 13, 2023

Sugarloaf's "Don't Call Us, We'll Call You" (1975)

"Don't Call Us, We'll Call You" is a classic rock song by the American rock band Sugarloaf. Released in 1974, the song quickly became a radio hit and remains a memorable part of the 1970s rock music landscape. Known for its catchy melodies and distinctive lyrics, the song captures the essence of the era with its fusion of rock and pop elements. 

Sugarloaf's "Don't Call Us, We'll Call You" is a timeless piece of music that continues to resonate with music enthusiasts, offering a nostalgic trip back to the golden age of rock and roll.

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Sugarloaf - 1970

Did You Know

1. Released in 1975, it peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 

2. The song contains a radio station spoof with the prank calls recorded during a live radio interview. 

3. It features a blend of rock and pop, with catchy hooks and memorable lyrics.

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🎵 Let's sing along with the lyrics! 🎤

Lyrics

"Uh, long distance, directory-assistance, area code 212"

I said, "Hey mama, this is Mr. Rhythm-and-Blues"

He said hello and put me on hold

To say the least, the cat was cold

He said, "Don't call us, child, we'll call you"

I said, "You got my number?"

He said, "Yeah, I got it when you walked in the door"


Don't call us... we'll call you

Don't call us... we'll call you


"I got your name from a friend of a friend

Who said he used to work with you

Do you remember the all-night preacher from Stereo-92?"

I said, "Could you relate to our quarter-track tape?

You know the band performs in the nude"

He said, "Uh-uh, don't call us, we'll call you"


"Listen kid, you pay for the call

You ain't bad, but we 've heard it all before

Yeah, it sounds like John, Paul and George"


Anyway, we cut a hit and toured a bit

With the song he said he couldn't use

And now he calls, and begs and crawls

It's telephone Deja Vu

We got percentage points and lousy joints

And all the glitter we can use, mama

So, huh, don't call us, we'll call you!


You may have heard this one before, too:

"Listen kid, you pay for the call

Well, you ain't bad but I've heard it all before"


Don't call us... we'll call you

Don't call us... we'll call you

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