Don't Cry Wolf
The Damned
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You don't have to listen To what your parents say They don't understand us Their laws we don't obey You can wear what you want There ain't no uniform Go where you want to go Don't stay locked at home Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf You can't stand around now Looking like fools But there's a lot you could do There ain't no rules No point in getting bored That won't help if you fall So come and have some fun yeah And help us smash it up Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf It's no good for you kids Being told what to do There's a lot of change for you If you find something new You don't have to listen To what your parents say They don't understand us They're laws we don't obey You can wear what you want There ain't no uniform Go where you want to go Don't stay locked at home Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf Don't be a fool Don't cry wolf
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11 facts about this song
Band Origin"Don't Cry Wolf" is a song by the Damned, a British punk rock band that formed in London in 1976.
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Release Data"Don't Cry Wolf" was released as the second single from the band's second album, "Music for Pleasure," in 1977.
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Musical StyleThis song showcases the Damned's transition from their raw punk sound towards a more refined, darker, and complex style, which they would continue to explore in subsequent releases.
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Chart PerformanceDespite acquiring a cult following, "Don't Cry Wolf" did not climb to the higher ranks of the Billboard charts.
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Song DurationThe track length of "Don't Cry Wolf" is approximately 3 minutes and 12 seconds.
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Record Label"Don't Cry Wolf" was released under Stiff Records, a British independent record label.
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Artistic ContributionThe music for "Don't Cry Wolf" was written by Brian James, the Damned's lead guitarist.
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Song Meaning“Don’t Cry Wolf” is generally interpreted as an anti-establishment anthem, reflecting the punk genre's rebellion against mainstream society and authority.
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ReceptionThe song, while overshadowed by some of the Damned's later successes, is greatly appreciated within its fandom and is often hailed for its energetic performance and powerful lyrics.
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Album Performance"Music for Pleasure," the album that includes "Don't Cry Wolf," peaked at No. 41 on the UK Albums Chart. Unfortunately, the album was poorly received by critics at its time of release, which led to a brief disbanding of the group.
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Band LineupWhen "Don't Cry Wolf" was released, the Damned consisted of Dave Vanian (vocals), Captain Sensible (bass), Brian James (guitar), and Rat Scabies (drums).
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