How Sweet To Be An Idiot

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Whatever (CD promo liner notes). Oasis. Australia: Creation. 1994. 661079 2. {{ cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) ( link)

The songs written by Innes so closely pastiched the original source material that he was taken to court by the owners of the Beatles' catalogue. Innes had to testify under oath that he had not listened to the songs at all while composing the Rutles' songs, but had created them completely originally based on what he remembered various songs by the Beatles sounding like at different times. However the court ruled in favour of ATV music and imposed co-writing credits and royalties. Many years later, Innes' own music publisher demanded a co-writing credit for Innes from Beatles-influenced band Oasis, for their 1994 song " Whatever", as it directly lifted parts of its melody from Innes' 1973 song " How Sweet to Be an Idiot". This event was subsequently referenced in the Rutles' song "Shangri-La" on their 1996 reunion album The Rutles Archaeology, which was itself a parody of The Beatles Anthology. Nyman, Jake (2005). Suomi soi 4: Suuri suomalainen listakirja (in Finnish) (1sted.). Helsinki: Tammi. ISBN 951-31-2503-3.

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m4v" (in Japanese). 23 January 2010. Archived from the original on 12 December 2021 . Retrieved 12 January 2012– via YouTube. Whatever (7-inch vinyl single liner notes). Oasis. UK: Creation. 1994. CRE 195. {{ cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) ( link) But failed attempts to break America and the pressures of self-management caused them to split in 1970, reuniting briefly in 1971 to fulfil a contractual obligation with fifth album ‘Let’s Make Up And Be Friendly’.

Whatever (CD promo liner notes). Oasis. Europe: Helter Skelter. 1994. SAMP 2529. {{ cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) ( link) Stewart Mason, reviewing the album for Allmusic, described it as "split between tongue-in-cheek parody and straight pop songs" and containing "solidly melodic Beatlesque pop", but was critical of the "unfortunate sterility to Innes' self-production". [1] Whatever (MC single liner notes). Oasis. Australia: Creation. 1994. 661079 8. {{ cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) ( link)Innes was occasionally heard (often as the butt of jokes) standing in as the pianist for the BBC Radio 4 panel game I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue. [17] Recorded in 1973 at the famed Chipping Norton studios and featuring guitar wizard Ollie Halsall on lead guitars, this record is a timely reminder of Innes’s quality as a songwriter. The comedic elements of Innes’ career have had a tendency to overshadow the fact that he penned great songs and our guest seems to have been determined to keep the comedy at bay while putting together his first solo effort if you go by the quotes in liner notes (“I’m really working towards a situation where I don’t have to be funny. I just want to get through, that’s all that matters to me”). The 1970s proved to be a highly prolific decade for Innes as a solo artist, band member and live stage and television performer.

The song encourages listeners to embrace their individuality, let go of societal expectations, and find joy in being themselves. It serves as a reminder that sometimes the happiest and most fulfilling moments can arise from embracing one’s own unique quirks and qualities. 11. What impact has “How Sweet to Be an Idiot” had on popular culture? Their mix of wit, mayhem, outlandish costumery, musicianship, cut-out comic speech bubbles and mid-set tap-dancing extravaganzas made the band a hit on the London pub circuit and in the Northern working men’s clubs. As a result, Innes and the band made their first TV appearance in 196 on Blue Peter, performing a Dadaist ‘20s style take on ‘Won’t You Come Home Bill Bailey’ featuring exploding saxophones, spoon solos and random gunshots. Yes, “How Sweet to Be an Idiot” has been covered by several artists, attesting to its enduring appeal and cultural significance. 7. What was the audience’s reaction when the song was first released?

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New concerts were scheduled in 2011. Jupitus was unable to attend due to prior commitments and was replaced by several special guests, including Paul Whitehouse, Barry Cryer and Nigel Planer. [21] Following the death of Brint, the band performed a further tour in 2012. The band's name is a play on Frank Zappa's song The Idiot Bastard Son.