The Devil's Beat

Sandi Thom

About The Devil's Beat

"The Devil's Beat" is a pop folk song taken from Sandi Thom's second album, The Pink & The Lily. It was the first single taken from the album and marked Thoms return after almost two years. Despite some promotion on TV and heavy rotation on BBC Radio 2 It only charted briefly, reaching #58 in the UK before leaving the charts


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2008
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Help me get my feet back to solid ground
Cause were walking to the devil's beat 
And it's trying to bring us down.

Well the devil's get us rolling a six-sided dice
And it's burning up the oils and melting down the ice 
And the bank tills are ringing to through tune of war 
Do you ever wonder what it is we're fighting for?

Oh it don't feel so good when the sun don't shine
Oh we gotta leave this place leave it all behind
Oh before I lose my head and I lose my mind 

Help me get my feet back to solid ground
Cause were walking to the devil's beat 
And it's trying to bring us down.

Sweet mother nature's such a lonely girl 
What's she gonna do when we sell the world
Time will only tell if the prophecy's true 
Has the devil got the beat or has the beat got you. 

Oh it don't feel so good when the sun don't shine
Oh we gotta leave this place leave it all behind
Oh before I lose my head and I lose my mind 

Help me get my feet back to solid ground
Cause were walking to the devil's beat 
And it's trying to bring us down.
Come on and help me get my feet back to solid ground
Cause were walking to the devil's beat 
And it's trying to bring us down.

Oh it don't feel so good when the sun don't shine
Oh we gotta leave this place leave it all behind
Oh before I lose my head and I lose my mind 

Help me get my feet back to solid ground
Cause were walking to the devil's beat 
And it's trying to bring us down.

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Sandi Thom

Alexandria "Sandi" Thom (born 11 August 1981, Banff, Aberdeenshire) is a Scottish singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She became widely known in 2006 after a series of webcasts and the success of the single "I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker (With Flowers in My Hair)". Thom has released four studio albums: Smile... It Confuses People (2006), The Pink & The Lily (2008),Merchants and Thieves (2010) & "Flesh And Blood" (2012). more »

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Written by: SANDI THOM, DUNCAN THOMPSON, JAKE FIELD

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Artist Background
Sandi Thom is a Scottish singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, known for her fusion of folk and pop. She gained fame through her worldwide hit, "I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker (With Flowers in My Hair)" in 2006. Her eclectic style asserts her originality and individuality in the music industry.
Song Release
"The Devil's Beat" is a track from Sandi Thom's second studio album titled "The Pink & The Lily". The album was released on May 26, 2008.
Single Debut
"The Devil's Beat" was released as the second single from the album on July 14, 2008.
Song Creation
While the title and lyrics suggest a dark tone, it contrasts with a quite upbeat and catchy melody, illustrating Thom’s ingenuity in song creation.
Lyrics Content
The lyrical content of "The Devil's Beat" refers to facing life's challenges and the struggle between good and evil, emblematic of Thom's knack for storytelling through her songs.
Music Video
The music video of "The Devil's Beat" features Sandi Thom singing and dancing in different locations. The upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics are complemented by a visually engaging video.
Chart Performance
Although "The Devil's Beat" was a compelling song, it did not perform as well on the charts compared to Thom's debut hit, illustrating the unpredictable nature of music popularity.
Live Performance
Thom has performed "The Devil's Beat" in several concerts and music festivals, demonstrating the song's enduring appeal for live audience.
Production
The song was produced by Duncan Thompson and Jake Field, who also worked extensively on the rest of "The Pink & The Lily" album.
Public Reception
While the track received mixed reviews from critics, it is still appreciated by Sandi Thom fans for its catchy rhythm and deep lyrical content.

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