Sometimes
The Stranglers
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Someday I'm going to smack your face Someday I'm going to smack your face Somebody's going to call your bluff Somebody's going to treat you rough Sometimes there is only one way out I've got to fight Sometimes I get to feel so mean Sometimes I get to feel so mean Sometimes you look like you're too clean Sometimes I see the in-between Sometimes only one way I've got to fight You're way past your station Beat you honey till you drop You're way past your station It's useless asking you to stop I got morbid fascination Beat you honey till you drop Sometimes you're going to get some stick Sometimes you're going to get some stick Somebody's standing in our way Somebody's gonna have to pay Sometimes there is only one way I've got to fight
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Written by: HUGH ALAN CORNWELL, DAVID GREENFIELD, BRIAN JOHN DUFFY, JEAN JACQUES BURNEL
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Sometimes" is a song by The Stranglers, a British punk rock band. It was released in 1977 as part of the band's first studio album, "Rattus Norvegicus."
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Song CompositionThe song was composed by all four original members of The Stranglers - Hugh Cornwell, Jean-Jacques Burnel, Dave Greenfield, and Jet Black.
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Album Success"Rattus Norvegicus", the album featuring "Sometimes", peaked at No. 4 on the UK Albums chart. This marked the commercial breakthrough of the band.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of "Sometimes" dig into themes of frustrations, hope, and challenges of relationships. This reflective narrative set it apart from many other punk rock songs of the era.
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Song Style"Sometimes" is characterised by sharp guitar riffs, deep basslines, and an organ overlay - typical of The Stranglers' early music style.
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Live PerformancesThe band often included "Sometimes" in their live performances due to the track's popularity among fans.
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Influence on Punk Scene"Sometimes", along with other tracks from "Rattus Norvegicus", helped to establish The Stranglers as a significant part of the British punk scene in the 1970s.
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Band ControversyThe Stranglers were known for their confrontational and contentious relationships with the British music press, which often overshadowed the appreciation of their music, including songs like "Sometimes".
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Song Re-release"Sometimes" was included on various compilations and reissue albums, showcasing the lasting influence and popularity of The Stranglers' early work.
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Fan ConnectionMany fans share a strong connection with "Sometimes", stating that its lyrics and intense musicality encapsulate the rebellious and raw spirit of the punk rock era.
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