Katy Lied / The Royal Scam

Steely Dan

Katy Lied / The Royal Scam

RELEASED: January 01, 1982
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Black Friday 3:41 2. Bad Sneakers 3:20 3. Rose Darling 3:07 4. Daddy Don’t Live in That New York City No More 3:16 5. Doctor Wu 3:57 6. Everyone’s Gone to the Movies 3:47 7. Your Gold Teeth II 4:14 8. Chain Lightning 3:01 9. Any World (That I’m Welcome To) 3:55 10. Throw Back the Little Ones 3:14 11. Kid Charlemagne 4:39 12. The Caves of Altamira 3:32 13. Don’t Take Me Alive 4:14 14. Sign In Stranger 4:21 15. The Fez 3:59 16. Green Earrings 4:10 17. Haitian Divorce 5:50 18. Everything You Did 3:57 19. The Royal Scam 6:32
Katy Lied / The Royal Scam is a compilation album by Steely Dan, showcasing the band's unique blend of rock, jazz, and pop influences. The album features their signature complex harmonies and sophisticated lyrics, which have earned them a devoted following over the years. The tracks reflect a transition in their sound, characterized by intricate arrangements and a polished production style that would become a hallmark of their later work. The album is often noted for its exploration of themes such as disillusionment and urban life, resonating with listeners and solidifying Steely Dan's place in the annals of music history.