Crushed by the Wheels of Industry

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About Crushed by the Wheels of Industry

"Crushed by the Wheels of Industry" is a song by the British synthpop band Heaven 17, released in 1983 as the fifth and final single from their second studio album The Luxury Gap. It was written by Glenn Gregory, Ian Craig Marsh and Martyn Ware, and produced by Marsh and Ware (as British Electric Foundation) and Greg Walsh. It reached No. 17 in the UK and spent seven weeks on the chart. It would be the band's last Top 20 hit in the UK until 1992's "Temptation (Brothers In Rhythm Remix)".  


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Call me in the morning just before the breakfast show
We'll watch TV and analyse the weather
Before we go to work we'll have planned the day ahead
We'll while away the working day together
Work all day or work all night it's all the same
If you want to play
Some are nurses
Some steal purses
Some are workers
Some are not
It is time for a party
Liberation for the nation now! 

Crushed by the wheels of industry 

There's a party going on that's going to change the way we live
but how do we know we've even been invited
Now the invitation's waiting and the table is reserved
So just play it cool and don't get excited
Work all day or work all night it's all the same
Will we ever change
It's vocation or vacation
Some are workers
some are not
It is time for a party
Syncopation for the nation now 

Crushed by the wheels of industry 

Breaking in the future just before the week is up
They can do it but it's going to take some money
Have what you desire if and when you see the fact
They will lead us to the land of milk and honey
Work all day or work all night it's all the same
If you want the pay
Some drive tankers
Some are bankers
Some are workers
Some are not
It is time for a party
Liberation for the nation now!

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Heaven 17

Heaven 17 are an English New Wave synthpop band originating from Sheffield in the early 1980s. Originally a trio, the band comprised Martyn Ware (keyboards), Ian Craig Marsh (keyboards) (both previously with The Human League) and Glenn Gregory (vocals). Although most of the band's music was recorded in the 1980s, they have occasionally reformed to record and perform since then, playing their first ever live concerts in 1997. Marsh left the band in 2007 and Ware and Gregory continued to perform as Heaven 17 since then. more »

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Written by: GLEN GREGORY, IAN MARSH, MARTYN WARE

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Release Information
"Crushed by the Wheels of Industry" is a song by the English synthpop band Heaven 17. It was released as a single in 1983.
Album Appearance
The song is part of their second album named "The Luxury Gap." It is the seventh track on this LP record.
Band Members
Heaven 17 composed of trio Martyn Ware, Ian Craig Marsh, and Glenn Gregory. The group formed in Sheffield, England, in 1980.
Musical Style
The song presents a fusion of pop music with the electronic and funk genres, typical of the band's style during the 1980s.
Chart Performance
"Crushed by the Wheels of Industry" reached number 17 on the UK Singles Chart and stayed there for six weeks upon its release.
Music Video
The music video for the song showcases the band members running a “Pleasure factory” and ironically presenting the concept of work as fun.
Song Message
The song is a satirical critique of capitalist business practices and consumer culture.
Rerelease
In 2006, the song was remixed and rereleased by the band, demonstrating its lasting appeal.
Cover Version
In 2000, German techno band U96 covered "Crushed by the Wheels of Industry" for their album "Reboot."
Live Performances
"Crushed by the Wheels of Industry" continues to be a staple of Heaven 17's live shows.
Cultural Impact
With its clever lyrics and catchy tune, "Crushed by the Wheels of Industry" remains one of Heaven 17's most potent social commentaries and lasting hits.

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