Mayhem

Imelda May

About Mayhem

"Mayhem" is a song by Irish rockabilly singer Imelda May. Written solely by May, the song was released as her fourth single on 13 September 2010 and the second single from her third studio album of the same name. It has become one of May's signature songs, next to her first single "Johnny Got a Boom Boom."


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He said he didn't even hear trains let alone the few words
The ladies maybe sayin' about him
She freaks and tells her closest friend
That she'll never love again
But she'll never, no not ever
Live without him

Wouldn't believe it, if you seen it
Oh, mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
A lotta mayhem, woh oh oh yeah

She said he didn't mean a thing
So she threw her diamond ring
Out the window of a black cab in Camden
He couldn't take it, what she did,
So he threw a hissy fit
And he took it out on anyone at random

Wouldn't believe it, if you seen it
Oh, mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
A lotta mayhem, woh oh oh yeah

Dinning sound, lights spinning round,
Some mother's son
Gotta fight or got to run run run run
Run run run run run

Ten pints and then he starts a fight
And he lands himself a night
In a cell wearing gray pants and bruises
Twelve mates bangin' on the door,
Oh the back up vans galore
Never saw such a street full of losers

Wouldn't believe it, if you seen it
Oh, mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
A lotta mayhem, woh oh oh yeah

Mayhem doo doo doop
Yeah, mayhem doo doo doop
A lotta mayhem doo doo doop
A lotta mayhem oh yeah

Oh mayhem

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Imelda May

Imelda Mary Higham (born Imelda Mary Clabby on 10 July 1974), professionally known as Imelda May, is an Irish musician and singer-songwriter. Born and raised in The Liberties area of Dublin, May began her career in music at age sixteen—performing with a number of local bands and musicians— before forming her own band in 2002. She released her debut studio album, No Turning Back, in 2003 and relocated to London, United Kingdom with husband and guitarist Darrel Higham after its release. Following an appearance on the BBC music programme Later... with Jools Holland in 2008, she released her second studio album, Love Tattoo (2009). May collaborated and toured with a number of artists following its release. Her similarly-received third studio album, Mayhem, was re… more »

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Written by: BILLY MAY

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12 facts about this song

Genre
"Mayhem" is a song categorised under the rockabilly and blues genre.
Artist
This song is performed by Imelda May, renowned for her unique style mixing jazz, blues, and rock genres.
Album
"Mayhem" is the title track from Imelda May's third studio album released in 2010.
Songwriter
Like many of her songs, Imelda May herself penned "Mayhem".
Performance
Imelda May performed the song "Mayhem" live on 'Later... with Jools Holland,' further bolstering her acclaim in the music industry.
Style
"Mayhem" showcases May’s exceptional vocal ability as well as her skill of writing upbeat, catchy songs.
Chart Performance
The album "Mayhem" peaked at number 1 on the Irish Album Charts and number 7 on the UK Album Charts.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Mayhem" reflect a wild love relationship, using the term "mayhem" as a metaphor.
Influence
Imelda May is recognised for helping popularize the rockabilly revival movement, and "Mayhem" is one of her signature tracks contributing to this.
Awards
Although "Mayhem" did not win any specific awards, the album itself won the 'Best Album' award at the 2011 Meteor Awards.
Music Video
The music video for "Mayhem" is set in a more retro style, echoing Imelda May’s overall musical aesthetic.
Critical Acclaim
Music critics have often highlighted "Mayhem" as an example of May's energy and her ability to create an infectious rhythm.

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