Bankrobber
The Clash
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My daddy was a bank robber But he never hurt nobody He just loved to live that way And he loved to steal your money Some is rich, and some is poor And that's the way the world is But I don't believe in laying back Sayin' how bad your luck is So he came to jazz it up Never learned to shovel Break your back to earn our pay Don't forget to grovel My daddy was a bank robber But he never hurt nobody He just loved to live that way And he loved to take your money He's gone now The old man spoke up in a bar Said "I never been in prison A lifetime serving one machine Is ten times worse than prison" Imagine if all the boys in jail Could get out now together Whadda you think they'd want to say to us? While we was being clever Someday you'll meet your rocking chair 'Cause that's where we're spinning There's no point to want to comb your hair When it's grey and thinning Oh Hey, my daddy was a bank robber But he never hurt nobody He just loved to live that way And he loved to steal your money So he came to jazz it up We never learned to shovel Break your back to earn your pay And don't forget to grovel, hey Get away, get away, get away, get away, get away, get away, get away My daddy was a bank robber But he never hurt nobody He just loved to live that way And he loved to steal your money Hey Run, rabbit run Brrrp, strike out boys, for the hills I can find that hole in the wall I know that they never will Daddy was a bank robber But he never hurt nobody He just loved to live that way
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Written by: JOE STRUMMER, MICK JONES, PAUL SIMONON, TOPPER HEADON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Band Origins"Bankrobber" is a song by The Clash, an influential British punk rock band that was originally formed in 1976.
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Recording DetailsThe song was recorded in February 1980 and released as a single later that year.
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Chart PerformanceIn the UK Singles Chart, "Bankrobber" peaked at No. 12, which showcased the band's growing popularity.
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Musical Style"Bankrobber" deviates from The Clash's traditional punk style, featuring a reggae-inspired sound and dub influences.
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Song LengthThe main version of the song runs for approximately 4 minutes and 35 seconds.
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Song NarrativeThe lyrics of "Bankrobber" tell a story of a man who robs banks for a living because he believes work doesn't provide him enough money to survive.
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B-side and InfluencesThe B-side of the single was a dub version of the song titled "Robber Dub," further showcasing the band's interest in reggae music.
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Video DirectorThe accompanying music video for "Bankrobber" was directed by famous DJ and filmmaker Don Letts.
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Lyrics WritingThe song's lyrics were written by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones, primary songwriters for the band.
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Cover Versions"Bankrobber" has been covered by different artists over the years, including Audioweb and Chumbawamba, indicating the song's lasting influence.
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Delayed ReleaseDespite being recorded in February, the song was not released until August 1980 because the band's record company, CBS Records, was initially reluctant to release it, believing it wasn't a typical Clash single.
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Live PerformancesThe Clash rarely performed "Bankrobber" live in concert, making it a unique treasure in their discography.
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Album InclusionDespite its success as a single, "Bankrobber" was not initially included on any of The Clash's official studio albums. However, it later appeared on several of their compilation albums.
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