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Jethro Tull - Too Old To RockNRoll Too Young To Die
Review by Aria McLauchlan
Jethro Tull's 1976 album "Too Old To RockNRoll Too Young To Die" was a departure from their previous works, and it received mixed reviews upon its release. However, over the years, it has gained a reputation as a cult classic, and many fans consider it to be one of the band's most underrated albums.
The album tells the story of an aging rocker who is struggling to adapt to the changing times. The title track is a catchy, upbeat anthem that captures the spirit of the era, while other songs like "Salamander" and "Taxi Grab" are more introspective and melancholy.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "From a Deadbeat to an Old Greaser," which features a driving rhythm and some of Ian Anderson's most memorable lyrics. The song is a tribute to the rockers of the past who paved the way for the current generation, and it showcases the band's ability to blend different musical styles and influences.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Big Dipper | ||
| Pied Piper | ||
| The Chequered Flag | ||
| Too Old To Rock 'N' Roll; Too Young To Die | 5:37 | |
| Quizz Kid | ||
| Crazed Institutions | ||
| Bad-Eyed And Loveless | ||
| Too Old To Rock'n'roll: Too Young To Die | ||
| From A Dead Beat To An Old Greaser | ||
| Rainbow Blues | 3:34 | |
| Salamander | ||
| Taxi Grab | ||
| Bad Eyed And Loveless |
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Catalog Numbers
- 6307572
- LRG-29013, 6307 572
- CHA 139
Labels
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Album
- Promo
- Stereo
- 7"
- 45 RPM
- Single
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Published By | Five Star Publishing Ltd. |
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Chrysalis Records Ltd. |
| Distributed By | Polydor, S.A. |
| Produced For | Five Star Records Ltd. |
| Printed By | Offset France |
| Pressed By | MPO |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Written-By | Ian Anderson |
| Producer | Ian Anderson |
Notes
- On back cover : Extrait du prochain Album : n° CHR IIII
- Prod. by Ian Anderson for Five Star Records
- Made in France, Picture sleeve and green label
Barcodes
- Matrix / Runout (runout side A, stamped): MPO CHA 139 A
- Matrix / Runout (runout side A, hand etched): CHS-2086 PA 4TH SET SIDE A
- Matrix / Runout (runout side B, stamped): MPO CHA 139 B
- Matrix / Runout (runout side B, hand etched): CHS-2086 B 4TH SET SIDE B
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Wore his trouser cuffs too tight
Unfashionable to the end
Drank his ale too light
Death's head belt buckle, yesterday's dreams
The transport caf', prophet of doom
Ringing no change in his double-sewn seams
In his post-war-babe gloom
Now he's too old to rock and roll
But he's too young to die
Yes he's too old to rock and roll
But he's too young to die
He once owned a Harley Davidson
And a Triumph Bonneville
Counted his friends in burned-out spark plugs
Prays that he always will
But he's the last of the blue blood's greaser boys
And all his mates are doing time
Married with three kids up by the ring road
Sold their souls straight down the line
And some of them own little sports cars
And meet at the tennis club do's
For drinks on a Sunday, work on Monday
They've thrown away their blue suede shoes
Now they're too old to rock and roll
And they're too young to die
Yes they're too old to rock and roll
And they're too young to die
So the old rocker gets out his bike
To make a ton before he takes his leave
Up on the A1 by Scotch Corner
Just like it used to be
And as he flies, tears in his eyes
His wind-whipped words echo the final take
And he hits the trunk road doing around a hundred and twenty
With no room left to brake
And he was too old to rock and roll
And he was too young to die
No he was too old to rock and roll
And he was too young to die
No, you're never too old to rock and roll
If you're too young to die
And no you're never too old to rock and roll
But he was too young to die
You are a rock legend brother.
Thank you for being you and reminding us that we are never too old. To R&R
BriMar
Long Live Rock!!! Thank you for posting. God Bless You.
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