The Fratellis - Baby Fratelli Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Baby Fratelli'?

   'Baby Fratelli' was written by Jon Fratelli, whose real name is John Lawler, the lead singer and guitarist of the Scottish rock band The Fratellis.

2. When was 'Baby Fratelli' released?

   'Baby Fratelli' was released on March 12, 2007, as the fifth single from The Fratellis' debut album, Costello Music (2006).

3. Did 'Baby Fratelli' chart successfully?

   'Baby Fratelli' reached number 24 on the UK Singles Chart, primarily because 7,000 USB stick copies sold were not chart-eligible. However, it received significant airplay on contemporary radio stations and was the band's third single to reach number two in their native Scotland.

4. Where was the music video for 'Baby Fratelli' filmed?

   The music video for 'Baby Fratelli' was filmed in Manchester in December 2006. It features the band playing on the roof of the Asia House apartment building on Princess Street and includes clips from the 2007 movie 'Hot Fuzz,' which features the song on its soundtrack.

5. What formats was 'Baby Fratelli' released in?

   'Baby Fratelli' was released in CD, 7-inch vinyl, and DVD single formats. A limited edition USB stick was also later released, containing a weblink to an exclusive documentary and a competition to see the Fratellis in New York City on March 23, 2007.

6. Why was the song 'Baby Fratelli' not eligible for chart registration in the UK?

   'Baby Fratelli' sold 7,000 copies in a limited-edition USB stick format, which was not eligible for chart registration in the UK. This impacted its overall chart performance, despite significant airplay and popularity.