Kids With Guns

Gorillaz

About Kids With Guns

"Kids with Guns" is a song from the Gorillaz' second album, Demon Days. It was released on 10 April 2006 in the United Kingdom, as a double A-side as the fourth and final singles from the album. "Kids with Guns" and its other A-side "El Mañana", reached #27 upon its release in the United Kingdom, a significantly lower position than its predecessors. "Kids with Guns" features Neneh Cherry on guest vocals. A remix by Hot Chip was included on the release of The Inbetweeners Soundtrack in 2009.  


Year:
2006
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Kids with guns
Kids with guns
Taking over
But it won't be long
They're mesmerized
Skeletons
Kids with guns
Kids with guns
Easy does it, easy does it, they got something to say no to

Drinking out (is she real, is she)
Pacifier (is she real, is she)
Demon souls (is she real, is she)
Street desire (is she real, is she)
Didn't mean to (is she real, is she)
But it won't be long (is she real, is she)
Kids with guns
Kids with guns
Easy does it, easy does it, they got something to say no to

And they turn into monsters
Turning us into fire
Turning us into monsters
It's all desire
It's all desire
It's all desire

Drinking out
Pacifier
Sinking soul
There you are
Doesn't make side to
But it won't be long
'Cause kids with guns
Kids with guns
Easy does it, easy does it, they got something to say no to

And they turn into monsters
Turning us into fire
Turning us into monsters
It's all desire
It's all desire
It's all desire

Is she, is she real, is she
Is she real, is she (it's real)
Is she, is she real, is she
Is she real, is she (it's real)

Is she is she real
It's real

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Gorillaz

Gorillaz are an English musical and visual project created in 1998 by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett. The project consists of Gorillaz itself and an extensive fictional universe depicting a "virtual band" of cartoon characters. This band has four animated members: 2D (lead vocalist, keyboard, and melodica), Murdoc Niccals (bass guitar and drum machine), Noodle (guitar, keyboard, and occasional vocals) and Russel Hobbs (drums and percussion). Their fictional universe is explored through the band's website and music videos, as well as a number of other media, such as short cartoons. The music is a collaboration between various musicians, Albarn being the only permanent musical contributor. Their style is a composition of multiple musical genres, with a large nu… more »

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Written by: Damon Albarn, Brian Joseph Burton, Jamie Christopher Hewlett

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15 facts about this song

Album Release
"Kids with Guns" is from Gorillaz's second studio album, "Demon Days," which was released in 2005.
Chart Performance
Despite not being released as a major single, the song still managed to reach position 27 on the UK Singles Chart.
Inspiration
The inspiration behind the song, according to Damon Albarn, the lead singer of Gorillaz, stems from an incident where his daughter's schoolmate was found with a knife.
Collaboration
The song features background vocals from Neneh Cherry, a Swedish singer-songwriter.
Remixes
"Kids with Guns" has several remixed versions. One of the most popular is the Jamie T's Turns to Monsters mix.
Significance
The song addresses the growing issue of violence among children during the time of its release.
Live Performances
"Kids with Guns" has been performed live at many Gorillaz concerts, including the band's Demon Days Live concerts in Manchester and New York City.
Awards
The album "Demon Days", which includes "Kids With Guns", won the Grammy for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals in 2006.
Music Video
Unlike many other Gorillaz songs, "Kids with Guns" does not have an official visual or animated music video.
Meaning
Damon Albarn stated in interviews that the song serves as a metaphor for people being overwhelmed and inundated by the world around them.
Recognition
"Kids with Guns" has been recognized as one of the standout tracks from the "Demon Days" album by various music critics.
Impact
The song continues to hold a lasting impact, often being used in discussions around youth violence and societal issues.
Themes
Like many Gorillaz songs, "Kids with Guns" combines various music styles, demonstrating the band's blend of hip-hop, rock, and electronic influences to address important themes.
Vinyl Release
The song was released as a 7" vinyl single in April 2006.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by bands and artists including Hot Chip, who performed a version for BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2010.

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