Kicking and Screaming

Funeral for a Friend

About Kicking and Screaming

"Kicking and Screaming" is a song by Welsh post-hardcore band Funeral for a Friend, the song was released as the second single from their fourth album, Memory and Humanity, released on 28 September 2008. A video for the single directed by Nicholas (Nick) Bartleet and cinematographed by Eric Maddison made its debut on 9 August 2008. The song is Funeral for a Friend's lowest ever charting single, debuting at #116 in the UK, when all other singles reached the top 40, although Rules and Games failed to even make the top 200 in 2009. Unlike most of the other songs on the album, Kicking and Screaming is leaned towards a much more alternative rock sound. 


Year:
2009
3:25
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Growing old around these streets
Well, never really felt quite like, like anything
Expect nothing and have the chance
To really go somewhere that you can't

My love is exploitation, not a passing celebration
And I don't wanna feel like a part of history

Gonna' turn this town, upside down
We can die, well, in their eyes just to feel
The promise is broken at a quarter past five
Burning fires on the railway hillsides

My love is exploitation, not a passing celebration
And I don't wanna feel like a part of history
And the grass is greener on the other side
That's where I wanna be, somewhere that she can really see

We all go out like we come in kicking and screaming
We all go out like we come in kicking and screaming
We all go out like we come in kicking and screaming

My love is exploitation, not a passing celebration
And I don't wanna feel like a part of history
And the grass is greener on the other side
That's where I wanna be, somewhere that she can really see

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Funeral for a Friend

Funeral for a Friend are a Welsh post-hardcore band from Bridgend who formed in 2001. The band's lineup comprises lead vocalist Matthew Davies-Kreye guitarist Kris Coombs-Roberts, guitarist Gavin Burrough, bassist Richard Boucher and drummer Pat Lundy. more »

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Written by: GARETH DAVIES, DARRAN SMITH, KRIS ROBERTS, MATTHEW DAVIES, RYAN RICHARDS

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Kicking and Screaring" is a song by Welsh rock band Funeral for a Friend. This song was released as part of their seventh studio album, "Chapter and Verse," on January 19, 2015.
Genre Classification
The song is categorized under the genre of post-hardcore and emo. This genre is known for its intense and heavily emotional or confessional lyrics combined with a punk aesthetic.
Music Style
The song "Kicking and Screaming" reflects a classic amalgamation of riff-heavy punk and screamo influences. It is characterized by its melodic guitar lines, drumming intensity, and the powerful vocal range of the band's lead singer, Matthew Davies Kreye.
Critical Reception
The song received fairly positive reviews from critics. Many music critics applauded its expressive lyrics and the band's musicianship.
Band's Perspective
"Kicking and Screaming" is a reflection of the band's attempt to retain their hardcore roots while exploring new musical territories. The band members described this song as a perfect representation of their collective musical identity.
Inspirational Message
The song's lyrics convey a sense of struggle and resistance, a common theme in Funeral for a Friend's music. It motivates listeners to fight against the odds and preserve their individuality.
Music Video
The official music video of "Kicking and Screaming" was released on YouTube in December 2014. It has amassed thousands of views over the years, demonstrating the song's popularity.
Live Performances
"Kicking and Screaming" has been a regular feature in Funeral for a Friend's concert setlists. Its high-energy performance often resonates well with the band's fans.
Album Success
This song contributed significantly to the success of "Chapter and Verse". The album was hailed as a triumphant return to form for the band, receiving high praise from rock and punk fellowships worldwide.
Band's Legacy
"Kicking and Screaming," like many other Funeral for a Friend's songs, has helped cement the band's place as one of the defining bands of the post-hardcore era.

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