Viva la Revolution

The Adicts

About Viva la Revolution

"Viva la Revolution" is a song by punk band the Adicts. It was re-recorded for their debut album Songs of Praise. It is one of the best-known songs by the band, and was featured in the 2003 video game Tony Hawk's Underground and commercials for E!'s Pop Fiction.


Year:
2001
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Into the Dungeon with evil men
The people has risen we're free again
Come out of the closet
Come out of the hole
Come out of the woodwork
Come into the fold
Rebels and fighters, a license to kill
Unite with the bandits down from the hills
Open your windows
Open your doors
Open your minds
To a freedom of thought
Raise our voices, raise our flag
Smash the symbols of the life never had
Long live the symbols
Long live the scheme
Long live our hopes
Long live the dream
Dance in the streets at the carnival
Celebrate the victory now
Drink the wine from the rich man's cask
This revolution won't be the last

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The Adicts

The Adicts are an English punk band from Ipswich, Suffolk, England. One of the more popular punk rock bands in the 1980s, they were often in the indie charts at that time. Their song "Viva La Revolution" was featured in the video game Tony Hawk's Underground. It was also featured in a commercial for the E! channel advertising their reality television show Pop Fiction. It remains one of the band's most well known songs. more »

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Written by: Keith Warren, Melvin Leroy Ellis, Michael Davison, Peter Jonnathan Davison

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Viva la Revolution" is a punk rock number performed by the British band, The Adicts.
Album
The song can be found on the band's debut studio album, "Sound of Music," which was released in November 1982.
Chart Success
Despite the song's significant popularity amongst punk rock enthusiasts, it did not chart on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating the band's underground status.
Music Video
The music video for "Viva la Revolution" features footages from the band's live performances during the heyday of punk rock in the early 1980s.
Song Meaning
The title and lyrics refer directly to the French Revolution, using it as a metaphor for societal dissatisfaction and the need for change.
Band's Identity
"Viva la Revolution" has become one of the band's most celebrated and definitive tracks, solidifying The Adicts' status as icons within the punk rock community.
Live Performances
The band often performed "Viva la Revolution" as an encore, acknowledging its status as a crowd favorite.
Visual Themes
Visual themes within the song's performances and music videos often include references to A Clockwork Orange, reflecting the band's unique style and theatrical punk image.
Cultural Impact
"Viva la Revolution" has been covered by several other punk bands over the years, demonstrating its lasting impact on the genre.
Longevity
Decades after its release, "Viva la Revolution" retains its status as a punk anthem and remains a popular choice in the band’s live sets.

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