Beat the Bastards
The Exploited
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Who the f*ck are you? Slaves to the system there's no way out Slaves to the system do you have a shout You've got to beat the bastards and beat 'em now Sick of policies putting me down Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now Just out of school don't have a clue No income support for you Can't get a job don't get a chance Sick of politics leaving you out Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now Money, money power and strength Teenage kids with not to spend Hungry homeless who gives a shit Sick of policies leaving me out Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now You've got to beat the bastards, beat the bastards, Beat the bastards, you've got to beat the bastards, Beat the bastards, you've got to beat the bastards, You've got to beat the bastards, You've got to beat the bastards, beat the bastards Slaves to the system there's no way out Slaves to the system do you have a shout You've got to beat the bastards and beat 'em now Sick of policies leaving you out Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now Beat the bastards, beat them now
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Written by: WATTIE BUCHAN
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10 facts about this song
Band OriginThe Exploited is not an American or Canadian band but hails from Scotland. They are one of the most notable punk bands in the UK and have been active since the late 1970s.
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Album Release"Beat the Bastards" is not a standalone song but actually a title track from their 1996 album of the same name.
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Music StyleAlthough The Exploited is typically categorized as a punk band, their album "Beat the Bastards" is notable for its incorporation of crossover thrash style, marking a shift in their sound.
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Lyrics Content"Beat the Bastards" is typical of The Exploited's political and anti-authoritarian lyrical themes. The song speaks directly to the struggling working class and portrays intense anger towards the ruling classes.
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Album CreationThe "Beat the Bastards" album was recorded four years after the band's previous release, "The Massacre." This hiatus was significantly longer than usual for the band who were known for their prolific output.
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Critical ReceptionThe album, "Beat the Bastards," performed well critically, with many praising the band's growth in musicianship and the heavy, aggressive sound in songs like the title track.
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Song's Influence"Beat the Bastards" is still frequently used in the band's live setlists, demonstrating its enduring popularity among fans.
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Album CoverThe cover of the "Beat the Bastards" album features a picture of the band's lead singer, Wattie Buchan, which is a distinct departure from the primarily graphic-based covers of their previous albums.
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Band Line-UpDuring the "Beat the Bastards" era, the band consisted of Wattie Buchan (vocals), his brother Willie Buchan (drums), Karl 'Egghead' Morris (guitar), and Tony 'Tone' Antony (bass).
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Contextual ImportanceSongs like "Beat the Bastards" represented The Exploited's confrontation of societal issues of their time, making their music not just entertainment, but also meaningful social commentary.
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