SOFT PLAY comes out swinging with PUNKS DEAD, a new single that addresses the haters calling them PC babies for changing their name from Slaves to SOFT PLAY.
SLAVES to SOFT PLAY
Punk's Dead" adeptly references the band's name change from SLAVES to SOFT PLAY. The lyrics capture the sentiment of critics who question this transformation. Lines like "Soft play? More like soft cunts" reveal a direct response to scepticism about the new identity. The incorporation of samples where people express disapproval of the name change adds a layer of authenticity, showcasing the band's willingness to confront critiques head-on.
SOFT PLAYS Instrumentals are key as always on Punks Dead.
The instrumentals of "Punk's Dead" mirror its defiant tone. The track bursts to life with energetic guitar riffs and pounding drums, creating a sense of urgency that mirrors the passionate emotions embedded within the lyrics. The gritty, fuzzy quality of the sound captures the raw essence of punk, ensuring the track's resonant impact. The unrelenting energy drives the song forward, making it an arresting experience from start to finish.
The Johnny Rotten lyric that got me going.
The reference to Johnny Rotten within the lyrics is a bold and tongue-in-cheek move. The line "Johnny Rotten is turning in his bed / I was gonna say 'grave' but the fucker ain't dead" playfully nods to Johnny Rotten's iconic status as a punk provocateur. It's worth noting that Johnny Rotten has, at times, been associated with right-leaning views, adding an extra layer of irony to his inclusion in a song that questions change and authenticity within punk. This line serves both as a nod to punk history and a commentary on the complexities of rebellion. In essence, "Punk's Dead" is an unapologetic declaration of identity and defiance. It encapsulates the band's evolution from SLAVES to SOFT PLAY by addressing critiques head-on, and its energetic instrumentals and pointed references drive home its message. Through the inclusion of the Johnny Rotten line, the track adds a layer of punk history and irony, enriching the narrative. Overall, "Punk's Dead" is a visceral sonic statement that firmly establishes SOFT PLAY's continued presence in the punk landscape.
Listen to SOFT PLAY - PUNKS DEAD
SOFT PLAY - PUNKS DEAD Lyrics
Soft play (what mate?) nah, I don't like this
Spineless shit
Not one bit
I thought you were it
Turns out you're just another couple of overly emotional pricks
Get these liberal
Lefties typical
This shit isn't cool
I'm done with it all
Are there any real men left in Britain?
I'm starting to think that there isn't
I don't like change
Punk's dead, pushing up daisies
Come and get a load of these P.C. babies
Why can't you just stay the same?
Punk's dead, pushing up daisies
Come and get a load of this shit
Soft play (what mate?) should've done your research
I want my money back, boys, for the t-shirts
Should've run it by me first
Is your back sore?
I bet your knees hurt
Is this another publicity stunt?
Thought you were rowdy
Thought you were punks
What the fuck's with the new name anyway?
Soft play? More like soft cunts
I don't like change
Punk's dead, pushing up daisies
Come and get a load of these P.C. babies
Why can't you just stay the same?
Punk's dead, pushing up daisies
Come and get a load of this shit
I love you but I disagree
This is bullshit
And I just wanted you to know
Snowflake, snowflake
Cherries on the woke cake
But I'll still see you at your show
I love you but I disagree
This is bullshit
And I just wanted you to know
Snowflake, snowflake
Cherries on the woke cake
But I'll still see you at your show
Punk's dead
Punk's dead
Coz of you punk's dead
And to think I believed all that shit that you said
Johnny Rotten is turning in his bed
I was gonna say "grave" but the fucker ain't dead
I don't like change
Punk's dead, pushing up daisies
Come and get a load of these P.C. babies
Why can't you just stay the same?
Punk's dead, pushing up daisies
Come and get a load of this shit
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