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McTell was originally going to call the song "Streets of Paris" [2] — but eventually London was chosen, because he realised he was singing about London; [3] also, there was another song called "The Poor People of Paris".
Jul 26, 2019 · Ralph McTell calls Streets of London the “blip in his graph”. It’s by far his most successful, best-known and loved song, one that has inspired hundreds of cover versions around the world.
Jan 5, 2024 · The lyrics of Ralph McTell’s iconic song “Streets of London,” written in 1968, present a powerful and poignant portrayal of the lives of individuals who have survived World War II. As the song unfolds, McTell introduces us to various characters he encountered on the gritty streets of London.
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Mar 26, 2020 · The result was Ralph McTell agreeing to write a new verse of his legendary hit Streets of London - something he'd always previously refused to do. First recorded in 1969, the song at one...
This song was originally about some individual people Ralph McTell met in the French capital while busking and hitchhiking throughout Europe, but when he realized there was already a song called "Poor People Of Paris," he changed the title to "Streets Of London."
This song was written by Ralph McTell and was first recorded on his 1969 album Spiral Staircase and was released as a single in 1974. The song was inspired by McTell's experiences busking and hitchhiking throughout Europe, especially in London and Paris.
McTell was originally going to call the song "Streets of Paris" — but eventually London was chosen, because he realised he was singing about London; also, there was another song called "The Poor People of Paris".
