Two Fingers

Jake Bugg

About Two Fingers

"Two Fingers" is a song by British singer songwriter Jake Bugg. It was released as the fifth single from his self-titled debut album (2012). It was released as a digital download in the United Kingdom on 7 September 2012. The song has peaked to number 28 on the UK Singles Chart. The song premiered on BBC Radio 1 as Zane Lowe's 'Hottest Record In The World' on 3 September 2012.


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2012
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I drink to remember, I smoke to forget
Some things to be proud of, some stuff to regret
Been down some dark alleys in my own head
Something is changing, changing, changing

I go back to Clifton to see my old friends
The best people I could ever have met
Skin up a fat one, hide from the Feds
Something is changing, changing, changing

So I kiss goodbye to every little ounce of pain
Light a cigarette and wish the world away
I got out, I got out, I'm alive and I'm here to stay
So I hold two fingers up to yesterday
Light a cigarette and smoke it all away
I got out, I got out, I'm alive and I'm here to stay

Down in the kitchen, drinking white lightning
He's with my momma, yelling and fighting
It's not the first time praying for silence
Something is changing, changing, changing

So I kiss goodbye to every little ounce of pain
Light a cigarette and wish the world away
I got out, I got out, I'm alive and I'm here to stay
So I hold two fingers up to yesterday
Light a cigarette and smoke it all away
I got out, I got out, I'm alive and I'm here to stay

There's a story for every corner of this place
Running so hard you got out but your knees got grazed
I'm an old dog but I learned some new tricks yeah

So I kiss goodbye to every little ounce of pain
Light a cigarette and wish the world away
I got out I got out I'm alive and I'm here to stay
So I hold two fingers up to yesterday
Light a cigarette and smoke it all away
I got out I got out I'm alive and I'm here to stay

Hey, hey it's fine
Hey, hey it's fine
Hey, hey it's fine
I left it behind

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Jake Bugg

Jake Bugg (born Jacob Edwin Kennedy 1994 in Nottingham) is an English singer songwriter. His work is influenced by Bob Dylan, Donovan, Elvis Presley, Jimi Hendrix, Oasis and The Beatles. more »

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Written by: Iain Denis Archer, Jake Kennedy

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13 facts about this song

Song Writing
"Two Fingers" is co-written by Jake Bugg alongside Iain Archer. Iain Archer is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter who has also worked with artists like Snow Patrol and James Bay.
Released Date & Album
The song was released in September 2012 as Bugg's second single. It's one of the songs from Jake Bugg's eponymous debut studio album.
Chart Success
"Two Fingers" reached number 28 on the UK Singles Chart, marking it one of Bugg's most successful tracks.
Song Meaning
The song is widely recognized as an anthem of escape, with lyrics that speak to Bugg's experience of growing up in the Clifton Council Estate in Nottingham and his resolve to move past it.
Record Label
"Two Fingers" was released under Mercury Records, a British-American major record label.
Live Performances
Jake Bugg has performed "Two Fingers" live at multiple venues including BBC Radio 1, Reading and Leeds Festival, and on his world tour.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Jamie Thraves, who's known for his work with bands like Coldplay and Radiohead. It’s filmed as a series of flashbacks showing a young boy living in a dysfunctional family environment resembling Bugg's own upbringing.
Recognition
In 2013, "Two Fingers" was nominated for the Q Award for Best Track.
Style & Genre
The song is a mix of indie rock, folk pop, and blues rock, which are the typical styles associated with Jake Bugg.
Influences
Bugg has cited the Beatles, Oasis, Johnny Cash, and Bob Dylan as influences, and these can be seen in the harmonic and rhythmic styles of "Two Fingers".
Cover Art
The cover art features a black and white photograph of Jake Bugg, reflecting the gritty, raw aesthetic of his music. The hand symbol he's making with his fingers is also cleverly a pun on the song's title, as well as a British 2-fingered gesture meaning "peace" or a rude V-sign depending on how it's executed.
Vocals
Bugg’s voice — which has been called “unmistakable,” “unique” and “a shock when you first hear it” — is showcased in "Two Fingers" along with his talent for songwriting and storytelling.
Indie Anthem
"Two Fingers" has often been cited as an indie anthem, due in part to its powerful, empowering lyrics about overcoming adversity.

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