A Shot in the Arm
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"A Shot in the Arm" is a 1999 single by American band Wilco
from their album Summerteeth
. The phrase 'a shot in the arm' means 'a stimulus'; originally this meant a stimulus from the injection of narcotic or medicinal drugs (a 'shot' is US slang for an injection).
Wilco
Wilco is an American alternative rock band based in Chicago, Illinois. The band was formed in 1994 by the remaining members of alternative country group Uncle Tupelo following singer Jay Farrar's departure. Wilco's lineup has changed frequently, with only singer Jeff Tweedy and bassist John...
from their album Summerteeth
Summerteeth
Summerteeth is the third studio album by Chicago alternative rock band Wilco. Released through Reprise Records on March 9, 1999, the album was heavily influenced lyrically by twentieth century literature, as well as singer Jeff Tweedy's marital problems. Unlike previous albums, Summerteeth was...
. The phrase 'a shot in the arm' means 'a stimulus'; originally this meant a stimulus from the injection of narcotic or medicinal drugs (a 'shot' is US slang for an injection).
Version one
- A Shot in the Arm (3:55)
- Via Chicago (demo version) (5:27)
- She's a Jar (demo version) (4:38)
Version two
- A Shot in the Arm (3:55)
- ELT (King-Size Demo Version) (3:37)
- True Love Will Find You in the End (Daniel Johnston Cover) (3:51)