London Dungeon
Misfits
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They called us walking corpses Unholy living dead They had to lock us up Put us in their British hell Make sure your face is clean now Can't have no dirty dead All the corpses here are clean, boy All the Yanks in British hell I don't want to be here in your London Dungeon I don't want to be here in your British hell Ain't no mystery why I'm in misery in Hell Here's hoping you're swell They called us walking corpses Unholy living dead They had to lock us up Put us in their British hell I don't want to be here in your London Dungeon I don't want to be here in your British hell Ain't no mystery why I'm in misery in Hell Here's hoping you're swell Make sure your face is clean now Can't have no dirty dead All the corpses here are clean, boy All the Yanks in British hell I don't want to be here in your London Dungeon I don't want to be here in your British hell Ain't no mystery why I'm in misery in Hell Here's hoping you're swell Here's hoping you're swell Here's hoping you're swell Here's hoping you're swell
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10 facts about this song
Genre Type"London Dungeon" is a song by Misfits, which falls under the punk rock and horror punk genres - these genres are known for their aggressive, fast-paced music mixed with anarchic and macabre themes.
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Release YearThe song was first released in the year 1981, as part of the Misfits' "3 Hits from Hell" EP (Extended Play).
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Inspiration SourceThe inspiration for the song came after lead singer Glenn Danzig and bassist Jerry Only were arrested for fighting in London during a 1979 tour. They were jailed temporarily and this experience merged with London's infamous history of torture dungeons, led to this song being created.
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Instrumental CreditsThe song features Glenn Danzig on vocals, Jerry Only on bass, Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein on guitar, and Arthur Googy on drums.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics to "London Dungeon" which includes lines like "They called us walking corpses", reflects the claustrophobia and the angst of the band members felt during incarceration.
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RelevanceOften, "London Dungeon" is seen as a significant track in Misfits' discography as it mirrors their real-life experiences, thus making it autobiographical in nature.
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RerecordingThe song "London Dungeon" was re-recorded for the 'Collection II' compilation album, released in 1995.
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PopularityDespite not being a commercial hit, 'London Dungeon' has garnered a cult following over the years, making it one of the iconic songs of Misfits.
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Noteworthy Cover"London Dungeon" was covered by Metallica as part of their Garage Inc. album, demonstrating the song's enduring influence.
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LegacyAs a testament to its legacy, the song has been covered by multiple bands in different styles over the decades, keeping its spirit alive.
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