Two Tribes
Frankie Goes to Hollywood
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The air attack warning sounds like This is the sound When you hear the air attack warning You and your family must take cover Ah, ah, ah Ah, ah, ah Let's go, oh, oh, oh When two tribes go to war One is all that you can score (Score no more, score no more) When two tribes go to war One is all that you can score (Workin' for the black gas) Comrad number one A born again poor man's son (Poor man's son) On the air America I modeled shirts for Van Heusen (Workin' for the black gas) yeah When two tribes go to war One is all that you can score (Score no more, score no more) When two tribes go to war One is all that you can score (Workin' for the black gas) Switch up your shield Switch up and feel I'm walkin' out, lover hey, yeah I'm givin' you back a good time I'm shippin' out, out I'm workin' for the black gas Tell the world that you're winning Love and life, love and life Listen to the voice sing, follow me Listen to the voice sing, follow me oh When two tribes go to war A point is all that you can score When two tribes go to war A point is all that you can score We got two tribes We got the spunk We got the spunk, yeah, yeah Sock it to me biscuits (Are we living in a land where sex and horror are the new gods yeah?) When two tribes go to war A point is all that you can score
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Written by: Holly Johnson, Mark William OToole, Peter Gill
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20 facts about this song
Commercial Success"Two Tribes" was a massive commercial success for the band. It was the follow-up single to their debut hit song, "Relax," and stayed at number one on the UK Singles Chart for nine weeks in 1984.
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Political ThemesThe song explored the theme of nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union, which was a trendy topic during the Cold War Era. It was named "Two Tribes" as it represented the two powerful blocs at the time.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Two Tribes" is considered iconic. It simulates a wrestling match between the then American President Ronald Reagan and the Soviet leader Konstantin Chernenko, addressing the political stand-off between the two nations.
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Chart PerformanceBesides being a huge hit in the UK, "Two Tribes" also enjoyed success in other countries like Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden, where it reached the top spot on music charts.
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Remix VersionsThe song has several mix versions and was re-issued in the UK in 1994 and again in 2000.
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Album"Two Tribes" is part of Frankie Goes to Hollywood's debut studio album, "Welcome to the Pleasuredome," which was released later in November 1984.
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Highest Selling SingleIn 1984, "Two Tribes" went on to become the UK's highest-selling single of the year. It also came in at number 22 in the 'all-time' list of best-selling singles in the UK, as of 2014.
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Use in MediaThe song has been used in numerous films, television shows, and advertisements, most notably in the video game Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories, emphasizing its cultural resonance.
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Songwriters"Two Tribes" was written by Holly Johnson, Peter Gill, Mark O'Toole, and Brian Nash, who were all members of Frankie Goes to Hollywood.
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Popular CultureOver the years, "Two Tribes" has been covered by various artists and bands, including Blümchen, Sabrina Salerno, and Feeder, underscoring its enduring popularity.
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Musical Composition"Two Tribes" is written by Peter Gill, Holly Johnson, and Mark O'Toole, who were also members of Frankie Goes to Hollywood.
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Commercial SuccessReleased in 1984, the song was a commercial success and topped the UK Singles Chart for nine weeks, ultimately becoming the third best-selling single in the UK that year.
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Political RelevanceThe lyrics and theme of "Two Tribes" directly reference the Cold War tension between the United States and Russia, with the "two tribes" referring to the two global superpowers.
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Impactful Music VideoThe accompanying music video features a wrestling match between actors portraying U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Konstantin Chernenko, which was considered highly controversial at the time.
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Remix Culture"Two Tribes" is notable for its numerous remixes. The original 12-inch vinyl release contains three versions of the track, each a different length and mix.
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Re-releases and Cover VersionsThe song has been re-released several times over the years, with a 1994 remix version reaching the UK Top 20. It has also been covered by multiple artists, including German techno band Scooter.
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Cultural Impact"Two Tribes" is often associated with the 1980s popular music scene, and its mixture of dance-pop and political commentary is considered defining for that era.
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Chart PerformanceBeyond the UK, "Two Tribes" also charted highly in multiple countries worldwide, including peaking at No. 1 in New Zealand and No. 3 in Australia.
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Television PerformanceDuring the song's promotion, it was performed on top TV platforms, including a memorable performance on "Top of the Pops" courted by controversy due to the band refusing to play their instruments live.
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Music Critic Recognition"Two Tribes" is frequently recognized by music critics, it was named the 24th greatest pop song in a 2013 poll by VH1. A testament to the respect the song has gained over the years in the music industry.
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