Prefab Sprout – The King of Rock ‘N’ Roll
Prefab Sprout – The King of Rock ‘N’ Roll (1988)
Directed by: Andrew Morahan
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Released in March 1988 as the second single from their album ‘From Langley Park to Memphis,’ ‘The King of Rock ‘N’ Roll’ became Prefab Sprout’s biggest hit, reaching number 7 on the UK Singles Chart. The song features catchy, nonsensical lyrics and a vibrant melody, reflecting on the fleeting nature of pop stardom. The accompanying music video, directed by Andrew Morahan, showcases the band performing alongside whimsical imagery, including dancing hot dogs and a frog butler, enhancing the song’s playful tone.