My Rival
Steely Dan * Track #6 On Gaucho
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My Rival by Steely Dan
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Performed by
Steely DanProduced by
Gary KatzWrited by
Donald Fagen & Walter BeckerAbout
The song explores the theme of rivalry, focusing on the narrator’s conflicting emotions towards a romantic rival. It delves into the intense mix of jealousy, desire, and insecurity that arises when two individuals vie for the attention and affection of the same person. As the lyrics unfold, the emot...
My Rival Lyrics
[Verse 1]
The wind was driving in my face
The smell of prickly pear
(My rival, show me my rival)
The milk truck eased into my space
Somebody screamed somewhere
I struck a match against the door
Of Anthony's Bar and Grill
[Chorus]
I was the whining stranger
A fool in love with time to kill
[Verse 2]
I've got detectives on his case
They filmed the whole charade
(My rival, show me my rival)
He's got a scar across his face
He wears a hearing aid
[Chorus]
Sure, he's a jolly roger
Until he answers for his crimes
Yes, I'll match him whim for whim now
[Instrumental Break]
[Verse 3]
I still recall when I first held
Your tiny hand in mine
(My rival, show me my rival)
I loved you more than I can tell
But now it's stomping time
[Chorus]
Sure he's a jolly roger
Until he answers for his crimes
Yes, I'll match him whim for whim now
[Instrumental Outro]
My Rival Q&A
Who wrote My Rival's ?
My Rival was written by Donald Fagen & Walter Becker.
Who produced My Rival's ?
My Rival was produced by Gary Katz.
When did Steely Dan release My Rival?
Steely Dan released My Rival on Fri Nov 21 1980.