Retarded
The Afghan Whigs
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Television's gone and I'm alone with Lucifer What a drag Muthafucker lied to you Muthafucker took me head You're never alone with your jones And all you can't forget So roll on up the price is down So come on come on come on come on. Today the retard speaks to me and now I have it all What a drag Muthafucker lied to you It could never get that bad just ask So go on go on go on go on Who you call retarded now? I said who you call retarded now? I see YOU standing proud Come on down & swallow hard
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Written by: GREGORY E. DULLI, RICK MCCOLLUM
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13 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Retarded" is a song by The Afghan Whigs, an American rock band known for their soulful and emotional sound. The song is classified under alternative rock and post-punk genres.
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Album Information"Retarded" is a track from their second studio album, "Up in It," released in 1990.
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Songwriting CreditsThe songwriting credits for "Retarded" belong to The Afghan Whigs band members Greg Dulli, Rick McCollum, John Curley, and Steve Earle.
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Record LabelThe song was released under Sub Pop Records, which played a crucial role in the development of the grunge music scene in the 80s and 90s.
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Band's OriginThe band, The Afghan Whigs, is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and formed in 1986.
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Lyrics and Theme"Retarded" is known for its lyrics that often explore themes of love, heartbreak, and longing.
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Length of the SongThe track "Retarded" is 3 minutes and 34 seconds long.
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ReputationAlthough not one of their most popular songs, "Retarded" is well appreciated by the fans for its raw energy and emotional resonance.
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InfluencesThe Afghan Whigs is known for its heavy soul influences, which can also be detected in the song "Retarded".
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Band Disbandment and ReunionThe band broke up in 2001, but they reunited in 2011 and have been active since then. However, "Retarded" remains from their early days of music-making.
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Live Performances"Retarded" has been a staple in the band's live performances since its release, thanks to its powerful guitar riffs and intense lyrics.
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Reception"Retarded" and the "Up in It" album as a whole were well-received by critics, establishing The Afghan Whigs' place in the alternative rock scene.
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Music VideoUnlike some of the band's other popular songs, "Retarded" does not have an official music video.
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