Memories
Public Image Ltd.
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You make me feel ashamed At acting attitudes Remember ridicule It should be clear by now Clear by now Your words are useless Full of excuses False confidence Someone has used you well Used you well I could be wrong It could be hate As far as I can see Clinging desperatley Imagining pretending No personality Dragging on and on and on and on And on and on and on and on I think you're slightly late Slightly late This person's had enough of usless memories Always remember Twisted amenities Could be wrong This person's had enough of usless memories Always remember Twisted amenities Out of order Out of order It could be worse You're losing all the time I could be wrong Could be worse You're losing all the time I let you stay to long I could be wrong Could be wrong Whatever past Could never last All in your mind Where it all began You're doing wrong It's not the movies And you're old.
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Written by: STUART BARRY SMITH, KELLY HANSEN, RAY RODRIGUEZ JR.
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"Memories" is a song by "Public Image Ltd.", a British band that was formed by John Lydon. He is more popularly known as Johnny Rotten, the lead vocalist of the iconic punk band, the Sex Pistols.
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Album ReleaseIt is a track from the band's second studio album 'Metal Box' which was released in 1979. The album is considered a paradigm shift from the band’s debut work.
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SongwritingThe song was written by John Lydon, Keith Levene, and Jah Wobble. Levene and Jah Wobble were important contributors to the band's characteristic sound.
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Theme"Memories" tackles themes of nostalgia and personal reflection, showcasing Lydon's lyrical prowess as a songwriter. It reflects his transition from the visceral anger of the Sex Pistols to a more introspective style.
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Music StyleThe style of the song is post-punk with a heavy use of dub influence, a genre of music characterized by reverb and echo effects that originated in Jamaica.
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Innovative Song StructureThe song embraces a non-traditional song structure, eschewing a simple verse-chorus pattern for a more free-flowing approach that reflects the band's experimental ethos.
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InstrumentationThe song is recognized for its unique instrumentation. The innovative guitar work from Keith Levene and Jah Wobble's dub-style bass play significant roles in creating the song's sonic atmosphere.
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Legacy"Memories" has been acknowledged for its influence on the post-punk genre. The band's second album - where the song is featured, is often cited as one of the greatest albums of the post-punk era.
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Album FormatInterestingly, the 'Metal Box' album was initially released in a round metal tin which resembled a film canister, a nod to the album's title. Each of the three records inside was separated by a piece of paper.
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Live Performances"Memories" has been a regular feature in the band's live performances over the years.
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