Underdogs

Manic Street Preachers

About Underdogs

"Underdogs" is a song by Welsh alternative rock band Manic Street Preachers. It was released in 2007 by record label Columbia as the first single taken from their eighth studio album, Send Away the Tigers.


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2007
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This one's for the freaks
For you're so beautiful
For all the devotion
Written in your soul

This one's for the freaks
For the lost and weak
For the butterflies and devotees
And the disciples of our destiny

[Chorus]
And like the underdogs we are
Shining bright but now disappeared
And like the underdogs we are
Passing like some fading stars
Like some fading stars

This one's for the freaks
The beaten down and crushed
The shy and withdrawn
Or just out of touch

May you stay like freaks
May you make mistakes
May your will never break
For underdogs revenge is sweet
Revenge is sweet

[Chorus]

This one's for the freaks
This one's for the freaks
People like you, need to f*ck
Need to f*ck people like me
This one's for the freaks
For the lost and weak
This one's for the freaks

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Manic Street Preachers

Manic Street Preachers are a Welsh alternative rock band that was formed in 1986 in Blackwood, South Wales and consists of James Dean Bradfield (lead vocals and lead guitar), Nicky Wire (bass guitar and lyrics) and Sean Moore (drums and percussion). The band is part of the Cardiff music scene, and were at their most prominent during the 1990s. They are colloquially known as "The Manics", or simply, "Manics". Originally a quartet, the band became a trio when primary lyricist and rhythm guitarist Richey Edwards disappeared on 1 February 1995. more »

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Written by: JAMES BRADFIELD, JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD, NICHOLAS JONES, NICHOLAS ALLEN JONES, SEAN MOORE

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20 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Underdogs" is a rock song that falls under the genre of alternative rock, a category that emerged from the independent music underground of the 1980s and became widely popular in the 1990s.
Release Date
The song "Underdogs" was released in 2007 as the first single from the band's eighth studio album, "Send Away The Tigers."
Digital Release
Interestingly, "Underdogs" was not commercially released as a physical single. Instead, it was exclusively released digitally for download on 19 March 2007.
Album's Theme
The album "Send Away The Tigers" from which "Underdogs" is part, is characterized by the band's renewed energy and return to their hard rock sound, which is evident in the song.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Underdogs" carry a defiant pro-underdog message, celebrating the outsiders and individuals who refuse to follow the mainstream narrative. The song is seen as a tribute to the band's loyal fan base.
Demo Release
Prior to its digital release, "Underdogs" was also incorporated in a series of "Send Away the Tigers" album demos that were freely posted on the band's website for fans to download.
Songwriter Credits
"Underdogs", like most Manic Street Preachers' songs, was written by band members James Dean Bradfield, Nicky Wire, and Sean Moore.
Musical Style
"Underdogs" features a simple, driving guitar riff and anthemic chorus, which is characteristic of Manic Street Preachers' sound.
Fan Connection
It is said that the song "Underdogs" was a direct response from the band to long-time fans who felt marginalized by the band's newer sound in previous albums.
Album Performance
While "Underdogs" was not released as a physical single, the album "Send Away the Tigers" performed well, peaking at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart.
Band Formation
"Underdogs" is a song by Manic Street Preachers, a Welsh rock band formed in Blackwood in 1986. The band is a trio consisting of James Dean Bradfield on vocals and guitars, Nicky Wire on bass, and Sean Moore on drums.
Album Information
The song features on the band's eighth studio album, "Send Away the Tigers," released in 2007.
Giving away
Interestingly, "Underdogs" was downloaded for free as a token of thanks to loyal fans on the band's official website, before the album’s official release.
Song Record
The song was recorded in the Faster Studio, Cardiff and Grouse Lodge, Ireland, famous for hosting artists from all around the world.
Song Composition
“Underdogs” showcases the band’s classic rock sound, blending raw punk energy with melodic hooks and the band’s own kind of political commentary.
Song Theme
The theme of the song is an anthem for all the underdogs in the society who are misunderstood and ignored.
Not a Single
Unlike other songs in the album, "Underdogs" was not released as a single.
Music Video
There is an unofficial music video for the song, created by fans rather than the band or their record label.
Song Reviews
The song received generally positive reviews for its raw energy and emotive lyrics about the plight of the underdog.
Live Performances
"Underdogs" is a fan favorite and often included in the setlist for Manic Street Preachers' live performances. It has developed a reputation for being particularly energetic and engaging in a live setting.

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