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"Do It Again"
 
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Steely Dan

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"Do It Again" is Steely Dan's 1972 breakout debut single from Can't Buy a Thrill, known for its hypnotic Latin-rock groove, cynical lyrics about addiction and repeat mistakes, and a unique electric sitar solo by Denny Dias. Sung by Donald Fagen, the track reached No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100

The song explores themes of recidivism - the inability to learn from mistakes - covering gambling, toxic relationships, and violence. The chorus "You go back, Jack, do it again" addresses a nameless protagonist repeating foolish or addictive behaviors.

 It features a distinctive, moody sound, blending jazz-rock with a Latin-influenced rhythm.
Electric Sitar: Denny Dias played the famous solo on a Coral electric sitar bought for $50.

 Donald Fagen used a Yamaha YC-30 combo organ to create a "swirling" sound using a portamento ribbon.
Song was a top-10 hit in the U.S., Canada, and the Netherlands in 1972/1973.

 While David Palmer sang it during some live performances (like The Midnight Special), Donald Fagen performed the vocals on the iconic studio album version.

"Do It Again"
 

In the mornin you go gunnin'
For the man who stole your water
And you fire till he is done in
But they catch you at the border
And the mourners are all sangin'
As they drag you by your feet
But the hangman isn't hangin'
And they put you on the street

You go back, Jack, do it again
Wheel turnin' 'round and 'round
You go back, Jack, do it again

When you know she's no high climber
Then you find your only friend
In a room with your two timer
And you're sure you're near the end
Then you love a little wild one
And she brings you only sorrow
All the time you know she's smilin'
You'll be on your knees tomorrow

You go back, Jack, do it again
Wheel turnin' 'round and 'round
You go back, Jack, do it again

Now you swear and kick and beg us
That you're not a gamblin' man
Then you find you're back in Vegas
With a handle in your hand
Your black cards can make you money
So you hide them when you're able
In the land of milk and honey
You must put them on the table

You go back, Jack, do it again
Wheel turnin' 'round and 'round
You go back, Jack, do it again

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