Deadwood

Dirty Pretty Things

About Deadwood

"Deadwood" is a song by the band Dirty Pretty Things. It was released as a single on 10 July 2006 and was the second to be released from the band's debut album Waterloo to Anywhere. The band recruited fans via their web site to appear for the filming of the video, which occurred on a farm in the Essex countryside on Tuesday 16 May. In 2006 the song was used as the theme tune to Russell Brand's Got Issues, and later The Russell Brand Show.


Year:
2006
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You got the world boy 

This all you make it? 
You had the choice lad 
You wouldnt take it 
The oldest charm 

Only the best for you 

And the years of my life, 
Some they were so good, 
But now and again I feel 
I was a coward 
Are the holes in my soul 
In tatters for all these tears 
Well you dont see it that way 

A way, a way 

We'lll have it today 

The dancing ones they really mean it 

But something boy, 
somethings gonna change 

A way, a way 

Youve got it they say 
How do they know 
When theyve never seen it? 

And what will you do 
When they forget your name? 

Well you'll up and get another one 

Don't give me that face 
I know when I should live in disgrace 
Not dig up the deadwood 
I knew this place was never the place for me 

And of the years that rolled by 
Yeah some were so good 
But now I know that 
You were the coward 
The holes in your soul 
In tatters for all these years 

But you cant see it that way 

A way, a way 

Well have it today 
The dancing ones they really mean it 
And mark my words 
Something's gonna change 

A way, a way 
Youve got it they say 
But how do they know 
When theyve never seen it? 
And what will you do 
When they forget your name? 

Well you'll up and get another one 

A way, a way 
We'll have it today 
The dancing ones they really mean it 
But something boy 
somethings gonna change 

A way, a way 
Youve got it today 
But how do they know 
When theyve never seen it? 
And what will you do 
When they forget your name? 

Well you'll up and get another one

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Dirty Pretty Things

Dirty Pretty Things were an English band fronted by Carl Barât, a member of The Libertines. The formation of the band was announced in September 2005, after a dispute between Barât and Pete Doherty led to the breakup of The Libertines in 2004. Barât had worked with Vertigo Records and had previously revealed that his new project was with the label. Didz Hammond announced he was leaving the Cooper Temple Clause to join the band alongside Libertines drummer Gary Powell and guitarist Anthony Rossomando, who had filled in for Doherty following his departure from The Libertines. They played their first shows in October 2005 in Italy and Paris, France. They announced their split on 1 October 2008 and played their final shows during November. more »

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Written by: ANTHONY ROSSOMANDO, GARY POWELL, DAVID HAMMOND, CARL BARAT

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Deadwood" falls under the indie rock genre, showcasing strong guitar riffs and vocalized storytelling uual in many indie productions.
Album
The song is from Dirty Pretty Things' debut album "Waterloo to Anywhere," released in May 2006.
Band Members
Dirty Pretty Things was comprised of members Carl Barât, Gary Powell, Didz Hammond, and Anthony Rossomando. All of them shared the creative force behind "Deadwood".
Chart Performance
"Deadwood" managed to reach the end of the UK top 20, peaking at number 20 in its first week of the charts and remaining in the top 75 for a total of 4 weeks.
Critical Reception
This particular track, along with the entire album, received generally positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its raw energy and lyrical depth.
Song Meaning
While the band has not explicitly stated the meaning behind "Deadwood," fans and critics alike have interpreted the song as an exploration of overcoming past mistakes and moving forward.
Music Video
The music video for "Deadwood" features the band members performing in what appears to be a desert setting with a large number of extras, which helped to heighten the song's raw and gritty ambiance.
Team Behind the Song
The song was produced by Tony Doogan and Graeme Stewart, both accomplished names in the music industry.
B-Sides
The single release of "Deadwood" included b-sides such as "If You Were Wondering" and "Puffin On A Coffin Nail".
Spin-Offs
"Deadwood" was performed on the band's live album "Stop Drop & Roll" with a raw, stripped-down presentation. The song's popularity also resulted in various covers by fans and aspiring musicians.
Legacy
"Deadwood," along with the rest of Dirty Pretty Things' brief career, had a large impact on the mid-2000s indie scene and is often cited as an influence by other bands in the genre.

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