"(You're a) Strange Animal" is a song by Scottish-born Canadian musician Lawrence Gowan. Released in May 1985 as the second single from his second studio album, Strange Animal, it reached number 15 in Canada.
| "(You're a) Strange Animal" | ||||
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| Single by Lawrence Gowan | ||||
| from the album Strange Animal | ||||
| Released | May 1985 | |||
| Studio | Startling Studios (Ascot, Berkshire, England) | |||
| Genre | Progressive rock | |||
| Length | 4:37 | |||
| Label | Columbia | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Lawrence Gowan | |||
| Producer(s) | David Tickle | |||
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Background
editGowan's inspiration came from the writings of Hermann Hesse and an interest pull that various individuals can have on life.[1]
Charts
edit| Chart (1985) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada Top Singles (RPM)[2] | 15 |
Popular culture
editThe song is featured in the 2022 horror movie Nope. It serves as the theme song to a fictional sitcom titled Gordy's Home, which factors heavily into the plot. It can be heard in the film itself, and was also featured in viral marketing. [3]
A remixed version of the song produced by electronic musician Pogo is currently used as the theme song for the online right-wing talk show Louder with Crowder.
References
edit- ^ Retrospective Reviews: Gowan's 'Strange Animal' Vice
- ^ Canada Top Singles peaks RPM magazine
- ^ Jordan Peele Shared One Last Nope Easter Egg Vulture
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