Groovy Times
The Clash
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The High Street shops are boarded up An' the terrace it is fenced in See-through shields are walled across The way that you came in But there's no need to get excited As the lorries bring the bacon in 'cause the housewives are all singing Groovy times are here again They discovered one black Saturday That mobs don't march they run So you can excuse the nervous triggerman Just this once for jumping the gun As they were picking up the dead Out of the broken glass Yes it's number one, the radio said Groovy times have come to pass! Groovy times groovy times groovy times The intake is on the uptake The acceleration's pretty grim I can remember his first appearance Now look what's happened to him So they put him in a dog suit Like from 1964 The king of early evening TV Groovy times forever more Groovy times
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Written by: JOE STRUMMER, MICK JONES, PAUL SIMONON, TOPPER HEADON
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Groovy Times" is a song by the British punk rock band, The Clash. It was penned by the two primary songwriters of the band, Joe Strummer and Mick Jones.
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Release date and Album InclusionThis track was first released in July 1979 as a part of the 'Cost of Living' EP, which was solely released in the UK. However, "Groovy Times" has not been included on any of The Clash's official albums.
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Lyrics AnalysisThe lyrics of "Groovy Times" criticize British society and politics under Margaret Thatcher, making it one of The Clash's many politically-charged songs.
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Experimental SoundUnlike the typical punk sound of The Clash, "Groovy Times" marked a departure featuring a melodica, a wind instrument, giving the song a unique, more experimental sound.
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Limited-time ReleaseThis song was only ever released on a 7" EP, which was unusual for The Clash, known for releasing numerous singles throughout their career.
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Live Performances"Groovy Times" was rarely performed live. It debuted on 1st August 1979 at the Agora Ballroom in New Haven, USA, and was last played in December that same year.
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Compilation Album AppearanceThis song was included on the compilation album called 'Super Black Market Clash' in 1993, where The Clash bundled some of its rare tracks.
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Critical Reception"Groovy Times" is considered by many critics as one of the strongest demonstrations of The Clash's transition from pure punk to a band that incorporated a range of sounds and influences.
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Cultural ContextThe Clash wrote "Groovy Times" during a time of great political and social strife in the UK. The song is viewed as an indictment of the repressive societal structures of the times.
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Limited AvailabilityDue to the limited release of the 'Cost of Living' EP, "Groovy Times" was one of the lesser-known songs of The Clash for many years until its inclusion in the 'Super Black Market Clash' compilation.
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