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Who sang Im Waiting for the Man?

The Velvet Underground released the song Im Waiting for the Man. Date of release: 12/3/1967.

Release date: 12/3/1967
Duration: 04:40
Writer(s): Lou Reed
Producer(s): Andy Warhol
The story of the song ' Im Waiting for the Man '

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The meaning of the song 'Im Waiting for the Man ', based on the lyrics
What is Im Waiting for the Man about?
🎶 Im Waiting for the Man song analysis
This song is about waiting for a heroin dealer.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Im Waiting for the Man’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.
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The Velvet Underground - Short Biography

- The Velvet Underground was an American rock band formed in New York in 1964.
- The original lineup included Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison and Angus MacLise.
- MacLise was replaced by Moe Tucker in 1965.
- Despite the band's lack of commercial success, it is now recognized as one of the most influential bands in rock, underground, experimental and alternative music.
- The Velvet Underground's provocative subject matter and musical experiments influenced the development of punk rock and new wave music.
Image credit: Verve Records – Wikimedia
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I'm Waiting for the Man is a song by the American rock band The Velvet Underground. It was first released on their 1967 album, The Velvet Underground And Nico.

The song was written by singer and guitarist Lou Reed, and it tells the story of a man waiting for his drug dealer in the New York City subway. Reed said the song was inspired by an experience he had as a youth.

The song became a Velvet Underground classic, and has been covered by many artists, including David Bowie, Patti Smith, R.E.M. and Sonic Youth.

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