Remote Control
The Clash
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Who needs remote control? From the Civic Hall Push a button Activate You gotta work and you're late It's so grey in London town Panda car crawling around Here it comes Eleven o'clock Where can we go now? Can't make no noise Can't get no gear Can't make no money Can't get outta here Big business, it don't like you It don't like the things you do You got no money So you got no power They think you're useless And so you are, punk They had a meeting in Mayfair They got you down and wanna keep you there It makes them worried Their bank accounts It's all that matters You don't count Can't make no progress Can't get ahead Can't stop the regress Don't want to be dead Look out, those rules and regulations Who needs the Parliament? Sitting making laws all day They're all fat and old Queuing for the House of Lords Repression, gonna start on Tuesday Repression, gonna be a Dalek Repression, I am a robot Repression, I obey
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
6 fans
Written by: Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, Topper Headon
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
15 facts about this song
Album Classification"Remote Control" by The Clash is featured on the band's self-titled debut album.
|
Songwriting CreditsJoe Strummer and Mick Jones, the band's primary songwriters, wrote "Remote Control."
|
Release DateIt was released as a single in the UK on 12 May 1977.
|
Theme Classification"Remote Control" is considered an anthem against the record companies' control over artists.
|
Song DurationTopping at just over three minutes, "Remote Control" is a relatively fast-paced tune.
|
Song DisputeDespite its release as a single, the members of The Clash were unhappy with this decision by the band's former record label, CBS.
|
Not a HitDespite the controversy surrounding its release, "Remote Control" did not chart in the UK.
|
Second Single ClassificationThis song was the second single that got to be released off of their debut album.
|
Album FactThe album 'The Clash', that features "Remote Control", is widely considered as one of the greatest punk albums of all time.
|
Lyrics DiscussionThe song discusses themes of defiance and rebellion, staying true to the band’s punk roots.
|
Unpopular DecisionThe decision to issue the song as a single was made by the record label without consulting the band, which factored into the group's disillusionment with the music industry.
|
Tour FactWhen The Clash toured to promote their debut album, "Remote Control" was often included in their setlists.
|
Record Label InfluenceThe song signifies the struggle faced by The Clash with their record label. The lyrics depict a feeling of helplessness at being manipulated by those in positions of power.
|
Notable ChorusThe song’s chorus, "They're always there to lend a hand / But they're using you / for them, you're just a useless tool", outlines the band's sentiments regarding the music industry.
|
Album RankingsIn 2003, the album "The Clash" was ranked number 77 on Rolling Stone's list of The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Remote Control Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 19 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/3298518/The+Clash/Remote+Control>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Remote Control Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In