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September 26, 2013 by Clay

Song of the Day #1,903: ‘20% Amnesia’ – Elvis Costello

brutalyouthElvis Costello has written so many hundreds of songs that it was inevitable he’d write a bad one.

In truth, he’s written several not-good songs, but those are generally long-winded and lacking in melody, not abrasive. ‘20% Amnesia,’ on the other hand, is just plain assaulting to the senses.

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  1. Dana Gallup on Song of the Day #6,674: ‘Dandy’ – Herman’s HermitsNovember 1, 2026

    The two versions are close, nut I too would give the edge to the Kinks’ grittier vocals.

  2. Peg on Song of the Day #6,673: ‘The Green Door’ – Jim LoweOctober 31, 2026

    I do remember this song. I won’t be seeing these movies either and Happy Halloween to you as well 😊

  3. Dana Gallup on Song of the Day #6,673: ‘The Green Door’ – Jim LoweOctober 31, 2026

    Well, I’ve never heard this song and I’ll never see those horror movies, but you enjoy, and Happy Halloween.

  4. Dana Gallup on Song of the Day #6,672: ‘Stupid Song’ – Olivia RodrigoOctober 30, 2026

    Haven’t had a chance to hear the new album, but, given your high praise, I’ll have to check it out.

  5. Peg on Song of the Day #6,669: ‘Boston’ – Stella LeftyOctober 29, 2026

    A whole lot of luck and some beautiful teeth 😊

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