Going Underground
The Jam
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Some people might say my life is in a rut But I'm quite happy with what I got People might say that I should strive for more But I'm so happy I can't see the point Somethings happening here today A show of strength with your boy's brigade and I'm so happy and you're so kind You want more money, of course I don't mind To buy nuclear textbooks for atomic crimes And the public gets what the public wants But I want nothing this society's got I'm going underground, (going underground) Well, the brass bands play and feet start to pound Going underground, (going underground) Well, let the boys all sing and the boys all shout for tomorrow Some people might get some pleasure out of hate Me, I've enough already on my plate People might need some tension to relax [Me?] I'm too busy dodging between the flak What you see is what you get You've made your bed, you better lie in it You choose your leaders and place your trust As their lies wash you down and their promises rust You'll see kidney machines replaced by rockets and guns And the public wants what the public gets But I don't get what this society wants I'm going underground, (going underground) Well, the brass bands play and feet start to pound Going underground, (going underground) Well, let the boys all sing and the boys all shout for tomorrow We talk and talk until my head explodes I turn on the news and my body froze The braying sheep on my TV screen Make this boy shout, make this boy scream Going underground, I'm going underground
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Written by: Paul John Weller
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5 facts about this song
Release and Popularity"Going Underground" was released by the British band "The Jam" in 1980.
- Despite being released as a double A-side single, the song became more popular than its counterpart, "Dreams of Children."
- It was the band's first number one hit in the UK Singles Chart.
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Musical StyleThe song showcases the band's style, which combines elements of punk rock and new wave.
- Paul Weller, the band's frontman, wrote the song. His lyrics deliver a scathing critique of consumerism and the superficiality of modern society.
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Unique Release StrategyThe song was intentionally recorded and released quickly.
- The initial release of "Going Underground" was as a double A-side with "Dreams of Children."
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Reception and Legacy"Going Underground" remains one of The Jam's most popular songs.
- The song was ranked at number 286 in NME’s list of the 500 greatest songs of all time in 2014.
- It continues to receive regular airplay on UK radio stations.
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Cultural References"Going Underground" is sometimes mistaken as a commentary on the Cold War, though Paul Weller has clarified that it's actually about societal issues.
- The music video for "Going Underground" features the band performing the song interspersed with clips of everyday life, further emphasizing the song's social theme.
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