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Production Credits:
Desperado
Click for Lyrics
First Appearance: not commercially released
Written by: Beastie Boys
Performed by: Beastie Boys
Production Notes: Produced by Rick Rubin, co-produced by Beastie Boys
Behind the Beats and Lyrics...
Samples:
- "(Theme From) The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" by Hugo Montenegro - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly / There's Got To Be A Better Way by Hugo Montenegro
- "Different Strokes" by Syl Johnson - Different Strokes / Sorry Bout Dat by Different Strokes
References:
- Abbott & Costello - Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, a long-running comedic duo in the 1940's
- Jello - namebrand gelatin dessert
- Big Bird - 8-foot yellow Muppet on TV's Sesame Street
- Gucci - upscale fashion clothing and accessories
- Abe Lincoln - Abraham Lincoln [1809-1865], 16th president of the United States
- Enchilada - a tortilla rolled and filled with a seasoned mixture, usually containing meat, and covered with a sauce flavored with chili
- London - capital of Great Britain
Sample & Reference Breakdown:
- "Uhh!" sample: "Different Strokes" by Syl Johnson
Commentary:
Press & Print Media: "...an unreleased cut [called] "Desperado" will be included in [Rick] Rubin's Tougher Than Leather flick" - Creem, May 1987
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