Desdemona (John's Children song)

"Desdemona" is a song by the English cult band John's Children. The song was composed by Marc Bolan, who at the time was a member of John's Children.

"Desdemona"
German picture sleeve
Single by John's Children
A-side	"Desdemona"
B-side	"Remember Thomas A. Becket"
Released	UK: 24 May 1967
Genre	Psychedelic pop
Length	2:27
Label	UK: Track 604003 Germany: Polydor 59116
Songwriter(s)	Marc Bolan
Producer(s)	Simon Napier-Bell
John's Children singles chronology
"Just What You Want - Just What You'll Get" (1967) "Desdemona" (1967) "Midsummer Night's Scene" (1967)

It was released in 1967 and failed to chart in Britain, possibly due to the fact it was banned by the BBC for the controversial lyric "lift up your skirt and fly."[1] However, the song was a minor hit in Europe.

It was also recorded by the band Fresh, on their album, "Fresh Today" (RCA LSP-4427), in 1970. This revision was co-produced by John's Children producer Simon Napier-Bell and Ray Singer, who provided vocals.

It was later covered by Radio Stars (featuring former John's Children singer Andy Ellison) (1978) and Marsha Hunt (1969), with The Jam additionally known to have played the song live.