A Town Called Hypocrisy

Lostprophets

About A Town Called Hypocrisy

"A Town Called Hypocrisy" is the second single taken from Liberation Transmission, the third album by the Welsh alternative rock band Lostprophets. The single was released on 11 September 2006 in the United Kingdom. It reached #23 in the UK Singles Chart, which could be viewed as disappointing compared with previous singles — although this did mark the band's seventh UK Top 40 single. It spent only 2 weeks in the top 40.


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2006
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Can you take this broken boy
And put the pieces back as one?
Though he has all of his toys
He is never having fun

Because its not enough
Now we're growing up
We had given up
We're moving on

Because its not enough
We were growing up
We had given up
And I won't hear what you say so

Save your sympathy
Who'd you think you're fooling
Everything is dead
Now you welcome me
To a town called hypocrisy

Save your sympathy
Who'd you think you're fooling
Everything is dead
Now you welcome me
To a town called hypocrisy

A town called hypocrisy

Can you take this lonely girl
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
And pick her up from off the ground?
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Cause there's no pride to be found
When you follow sheep around
And no future here
No future for us in this town

Because its not enough
Now we're growing up
We had given up
We're moving on

Because its not enough
We were growing up
We had given up
And I won't hear what you say so

Save your sympathy
Who'd you think you're fooling
Everything is dead
Now you welcome me
To a town called hypocrisy

Save your sympathy
Who'd you think you're fooling
Everything is dead
Now you welcome me
To a town called hypocrisy

La, la, la, la la la la la la la
La, la, la, la la la la la la la
La, la, la, la la la la la la la
La, la, la, la la la la la la la

Because its not enough
Now we're growing up
We had given up
We're moving on

Because its not enough
We were growing up
We had given up
And I won't hear what you say so

Save your sympathy
Who'd you think you're fooling
Everything is dead
Now you welcome me
To a town called hypocrisy

Save your sympathy
Who'd you think you're fooling
Everything is dead
Now you welcome me
To a town called hypocrisy

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Lostprophets

Lostprophets ( /lɒstˈprɒfɪts/) are a Welsh rock band from Pontypridd, formed in 1997. Founded by vocalist Ian Watkins, bassist (later guitarist) Mike Lewis, drummer Mike Chiplin and guitarist Lee Gaze, they were originally a side-project to hardcore punk band Public Disturbance. To date, Lostprophets have released five studio albums, including their most recent release Weapons on 2 April 2012. They are also part of the Cardiff music scene.[citation needed] more »

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Written by: IAN WATKINS, LEE GAZE, MICHAEL RICHARD LEWIS, RICHARD JAMES OLIVER, STUART RICHARDSON

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10 facts about this song

Band Composition
"A Town Called Hypocrisy" is a song by a rock band called Lostprophets. The band first formed in 1997 in Wales and is composed of lead vocalist Ian Watkins, guitarists Lee Gaze and Mike Lewis, drummer Mike Chiplin, and keyboardist Jamie Oliver.
Album Information
The song was released in 2006 as part of the album "Liberation Transmission," the third studio album by the band. This album was their first number one on the UK Albums Chart and also reached number 33 on the US Billboard 200.
Song Style
"A Town Called Hypocrisy" is known for its punk rock style, which incorporates elements of pop and electronic music, giving it a unique and distinct sound.
Chart Performance
The song did fairly well on music charts. It reached number 23 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its popular reception.
Music Video
The music video for "A Town Called Hypocrisy" has been widely talked about due to its interesting concept. It features the band members living in a fake, Stepford Wives-style neighborhood, which falls in line with the song's critique of hypocrisy within societal norms.
Controversies
The song has been under public scrutiny due to the conviction of the band's frontman, Ian Watkins, for various sexual offences in 2013. This has led to widespread discussion about whether it is possible to separate art from the artist.
Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "A Town Called Hypocrisy" have been interpreted as a critique of the facade of happiness and perfection that people often present in public, while hiding their true selves and intentions.
Production
"A Town Called Hypocrisy" and the rest of the songs from the album "Liberation Transmission" were produced by Bob Rock, who has also worked with big-name artists such as Metallica, Mötley Crüe, and The Offspring.
Reception
Despite the controversy surrounding the band, "A Town Called Hypocrisy" was well-received upon its release, with critics praising its catchy melody and poignant lyrics.
Band Breakup
"A Town Called Hypocrisy" was one of the last few songs to be released by Lostprophets before the band officially disbanded in 2013 after the legal issues involving Watkins.

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