If the Kids Are United
Die Toten Hosen
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Hello Jimmy! Hello Campi! For once in my life I've got something to say I want to say it now for now is today Life has been given to grab and enjoy So let's all grab and let's all enjoy If the kids are united They will never be divided If the kids are united They will never be divided Just take a look around you what do you see Before with feelings like you and me Understand him and he'll understand you For you are him and he is you If the kids are united They will never be divided If the kids are united They will never be divided I don't want to be rejected I don't want to be denied And it's not my misfortune That I've opened up your eyes Freedom is given to speak how you feel I have no freedom how do you feel They can lie to my face but not to my heart If we stand together this will just be the start If the kids are united They will never be divided If the kids are united They will never be divided If the kids are united They will never be divided If the kids are united They will never be divided
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Written by: DAVID MICHAEL JOHN PARSONS, JAMES TIMOTHY PURSEY
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15 facts about this song
Origin of Song"If the Kids Are United" is originally a song by an English punk rock band known as Sham 69.
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Recreated VersionThe song was later covered by Die Toten Hosen, a German punk rock band.
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Song's MessageThe song has lyrics that were written as an anthem of unity, aimed to discourage violence and conflicts among the youth and different groups in society.
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Instrumental ArrangementIt features strong, fast-paced guitar riffs characteristic of the punk rock genre, combined with powerful drum beats and spirited vocal delivery.
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Sham 69's ReleaseSham 69 released "If the Kids Are United" in 1978 as a single.
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PopularityThe song became one of Sham 69's biggest hits, peaking at No. 9 in the UK Singles Chart.
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Die Toten Hosen's VersionDie Toten Hosen covered the song as a part of their album "Learning English, Lesson 1" in 1991 which comprised mainly of renditions of English punk songs.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song by Die Toten Hosen shows the band and their fans or 'kids' appearing united, playing, and singing together in various scenes, underscoring the song's message.
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Live PerformancesBoth Sham 69 and Die Toten Hosen have performed the song numerous times in their live concerts, with audiences often singing along.
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Enduring PopularityDespite being decades old, the song remains popular and influential in the punk rock genre, with its message of unity and resistance still resonating with many.
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Record LabelSham 69's original version of the song was released under the record label Polydor, while Die Toten Hosen's cover was released under Virgin Records.
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Legacy"If the Kids Are United" is often cited as a classic punk anthem and has been covered by numerous bands over the years, testament to its enduring impact on punk culture.
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Featured in MediaThe song has featured in various forms of media including films and television series, further contributing to its wide recognition and popularity.
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Cultural ImpactAs a punk rock anthem, "If the Kids Are United" has been seen as a rallying cry for youth unity and against societal divisions, reflecting the anti-establishment ethos of punk culture.
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Jimmy PurseySham 69's lead vocalist Jimmy Pursey, who was pivotal in creating the song, has continued to perform it in various shows even after leaving the band, showcasing its enduring resonance and popularity.
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