22 Grand Job
The Rakes
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[Chorus: x2] 22 grand job In the city it's alright 22 grand job In the city it's alright 22 grand job In the city that sounds nice, It's alright, it's alright In the city it's alright Come from the work, looks alright Put the lattitude right Different sails lots of tunes What am I supposed to do? But he's only 28 No more 22 It's alright, it's alright In the city it's alright [Chorus] Dancing up street Thursday night In the city that sounds nice Looking sharp in my (calise?) Did we do the same degree? I've said less to me all week Got to go on Emily That's alright, that's alright If the money is alright [Chorus] 22 grand job 22 grand job 22 grand job 22 grand job In the city that sounds nice
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Written by: ALAN DONOHOE, JAMES HORN-SMITH, LASSE PETERSEN, MATTHEW SWINNERTON, MATTHEW JAMES SWINNERTON
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Band Origin"22 Grand Job" is a song by The Rakes who are British indie rock band formed in London in 2003.
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Album ContributionThe song “22 Grand Job” is featured in the band's debut album called "Capture/Release," released in 2005.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did not reach the UK Singles Chart upon its first release, however, it managed to reach the 39th place when re-released.
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Music GenreThe song "22 Grand Job" belongs to the Indie Rock genre, reflecting the band’s typical fast-paced rhythm and piercing guitars.
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Topic of the song"22 Grand Job" is about the drudgery of daily work in the city in a well-paid job that still doesn't bring happiness. It’s a representation of the attitude and struggles of young workers.
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Unique SoundThe song "22 Grand Job" is marked by angular guitar riffs and anthemic choruses, a distinctive characteristic of the band.
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Critical AcclaimThe success of the song immensely contributed to The Rakes' immediate critical acclaim after their debut.
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Influence"22 Grand Job" became an anthem for those in similar job situations, heralded for its blending of biting social commentary with indie rock sounds.
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Pop Culture ReferenceThe song title "22 Grand Job" has been referenced in popular culture, with a career website named after it aiming to connect young professionals with high salary jobs.
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Live PerformancesThe Rakes often closed their live sets with "22 Grand Job," making it one of their trademark songs loved by fans.
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Song LengthThe song "22 Grand Job" is notable for its brief running time, lasting just under two minutes, but it quickly made a lasting impression thus proving that a song’s impact is not dependent on its length.
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Featured in Media"22 Grand Job" has been featured in various forms of media such as the football video game FIFA 06, amplifying its reach to global audiences.
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Vinyl ReleaseInitially, "22 Grand Job" was released on 7" vinyl via Trash Aesthetics, before being re-released by V2 Records.
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