Protection
Graham Parker
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So all of you be damned we can't have heaven crammed So Winston Churchill said I could have smacked his head And all of those infected waiting to be collected I must get out at any price before the feeling gets too nice [Chorus] Just can't get, just can't get no protection Just can't get, just can't get no protection Just can't get, just can't get no can't get no protection Protection, protection Every bomb is detonated every switch is thrown And everybody tells me don't be scared act as if you never cared So I wear a blank expression to conceal my real impression Turn off all the information radios just pick up that station [Chorus] So turn off this sound I'm ready to go down I don't know myself, I don't you either You're full of disease it's something I discovered I know you've been mixing with big brother's brother It ain't the knife in the heart that tears you apart It's just the thought of someone It's just the thought of someone It's just the thought of someone sticking it in, sticking it in So if you think that's funny I'm not really laughing honey Your love letters are confetti I ripped them up my hands were sweaty And then those ghastly faces recur in nightmare places Happy hours come and go much too short and much too long [Chorus] Turn off all the information radios just pick up that station Protection protection protection It ain't the knife in the heart that tears you apart It's just the thought of someone sticking it in Protection protection Switch it off switch it off switch it off Protection Switch it off switch it off switch it off Protection protection You want to hide? You want to hide?
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15 facts about this song
Song Origin"Protection" is a single released by British rock musician Graham Parker in 1979.
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AlbumThe song comes from Parker's studio album titled "Squeezing Out Sparks."
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GenreGraham Parker, known for his fusion style, incorporates rock, new wave, and punk genres, especially evident in "Protection."
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Critical Reception"Protection" helped solidify Parker's critical acclaim and is regarded as one the standout tracks of "Squeezing Out Sparks," which is frequently listed among the best albums of the 1970s.
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SongwriterParker himself wrote the song, just like the other tracks from the same album.
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Music CollaborationParker's backing band, known as The Rumour, contributed to the record, adding to the overall dynamic and vibrant sound of "Protection."
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Live Performances"Protection" is one of the songs often performed live by Parker during his concerts.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are seen as reflective and profound, though their interpretation is often left to the listener's discretion.
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InspirationsSome speculate that the stylistic point of view expressed in "Protection" may be heavily inspired by Parker's characteristically angry and soulful genre-blending style.
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Career ImpactThe success of "Protection" and the album it is from significantly boosted Parker's career, particularly in the United States, marking him as one of the key figures in the new wave genre.
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PopularityDespite its popularity among critics and fans, "Protection" didn't make a significant impact on the music charts, but it's considered a classic among Parker's fanbase.
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Covers and TributesOver the years, various artists have covered "Protection," showcasing the song's enduring appeal and influence in the music world.
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ProductionJack Nitzsche, a widely respected figure in the music community, known for his collaborations with figures like Neil Young and The Rolling Stones, produced the song.
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Vinyl SingleIn some regions, "Protection" was released as a 7" vinyl single, a popular format at the time of release.
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InfluenceThe song's combination of lyrical depth, dynamic instrumentals, and energetic performance has continued to inspire countless musicians in various genres.
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