Weak Become Heroes
The Streets
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Turn left up the street Nothing but gray concrete and deadbeats Grab something to eat, Mickey D's or KFC Only one choice in the city, don't voice in my pity Now let's get to the nitty gritty June reminds me of my first ditty played unique Still 16 and feeling horny Point the sky and feel free See, people are all equal Smiles are front and behind me Swim in the deep blue sea corn fields sway lazily All smiles all easy Where ya from, what ya on and what's ya story? Mezmorizing tones rising pianos, this is my zone so stop cloning Pick paper scissors or stone 'cause me and you are the same I known you all my life I don't know your name (The name's European Bob Sordid, anyway) We'll have a dance now see ya later Pleased to meet ya - likewise, a pleasure We all smile We all sing The night slowly fades and goes slow motion All the commotion becomes floating emotions Same piano loops over, arms wave eyes roll back And jaws fall open, see it's a focus Enchanted is blocking the toilets Dizzy new heights blinded by the lights These people are for life So, back to his place at the end of the night Yo, they could settle wars with this If only they will, imagine the world's leaders on pills And imagine the morning after, falls causing disaster Don't talk to me I don't know ya, but this ain't tomorrow For now I still love ya, hours fly over Sail around diamonds and pearls Never seen so many thick girls Discover new worlds, look at my watch can't focus Last two hours are lost every move fills me with lust All of Life's problems I just shake off Yo, mad little events happen Things might pan out in a few blue Maddens are like the toilets Big beefy bouncers out to reveal us Geezers aren't easy first timers Kids on wiz darlings on Charlie All come together for this party All races many faces from places you never heard of Where ya from, what's ya name and what ya want? Sing to the words fecks to the fat ones The tribal drums the sun's rising We all smile We all sing Then the girl in the cafe taps me on the shoulder I realize five years went by and I'm older Memories smolder, winter's colder But that same piano loops over and over and over The road shines and the rain washes away Same Chinese take-away selling shit in a tray Stalk all around I walk down same sights same sounds New beats, though, solid concrete under my feet No surprises no treats The world stands still as my mind slushes around The washer nut bolt in my crown The life's been up and down since I walked from that crowd We all smile We all sing Out of respect for Johnnie Walker, Paul Oakenfold, Nicky Holloway Danny Rampling and all the people who gave us these times And to the government, I stick my middle finger up With regards to the criminal justice bill For all the heroes out and on the way We all sing
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Written by: MICHAEL GEOFFREY SKINNER
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15 facts about this song
Artist Details"Weak Become Heroes" is sung by The Streets, a British music project led by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Mike Skinner.
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Album InformationThe song is from "Original Pirate Material", the debut album of The Streets which was released in 2002.
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Chart Performance"Weak Become Heroes" peaked at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart, marking it as one of The Streets' most commercially successful songs.
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Lyrical InspirationThe song lyrically recalls Skinner's experiences with the UK garage scene, as well as his love for the sense of unity and togetherness inspired by rave culture.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song features Skinner in a taxi cab driving around London, reflecting the concept of the journey and exploration found in the song's lyrics.
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Rereleased VersionA reworked version of "Weak Become Heroes" was released as a single in 2008 with additional vocals from British singer-songwriter Laura White.
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Critical ReceptionThe song is often lauded for its evocative storytelling, honest portrayal of youth culture, and Skinner's unique use of spoken word-style vocals.
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Multiple MixesThere are several versions of "Weak Become Heroes," including the Original Version, the Ashley Beedle's Love Bug Vocal, the Royksopp's Memory Lane Mix, among others.
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Cultural Impact"Weak Become Heroes" is considered an anthem of the early 2000s UK rave scene, with Skinner's nostalgic lyrics resonating with many listeners.
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Album SuccessThe album "Original Pirate Material" featuring "Weak Become Heroes" was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize in 2002, further highlighting the song's impact.
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Music GenreThe track is characterized as U.K. garage, a genre that blends R&B, techno, hip hop, and jungle. This is also reflective of The Streets' overall fusion sound.
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Tribute to DJThe song pays tribute to DJ's, as Skinner believes that they have the power to unite people through music, a theme that is recurrent in the track.
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Widespread Influence"Weak Become Heroes" has been sampled by various artists across a range of musical genres, evidencing its lasting popularity and influence.
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Technological CommentarySkinner uses his lyrics in "Weak Become Heroes" to reflect on the intricate relationship between music, technology, and youth culture, particularly within the context of the UK's underground music scene.
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Personal ConnectionMike Skinner has described "Weak Become Heroes" as being both a personal account of his own experiences and a reflection of a wider cultural phenomenon.
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