Drip Fed Fred

Madness

About Drip Fed Fred

"Drip Fed Fred" is a single by British band Madness from their 1999 album Wonderful, featuring Ian Dury on vocals. It was released as a single in January 2000, peaking at number 55 in the UK Singles Chart. It was the last song to which Dury would contribute his voice, before he died in March 2000.


Year:
1999
4:30
156 
#2

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We want Freddie for our leader 
Freddie is a man of class
We want Freddie for our leader
All stand and raise your champagne glass

Gentlemen and assassins and ladies of the night
I call upon you this evening in the hope of shedding some light
I can't go into detail or finger unfounded fools
But there are some here amongst us that are not playing to the rules

I've rounded up the lowlife and local CID
Offered a free massage or else the third degree
There is no simple solution in this life we lead
So make things easy for yourself to the baronage concede

We want Freddie for our leader
Freddie is a man of class
We want Freddie for our leader
All stand and raise your champagne glass

Peace shall not prevail in Purley came the stark warning today
From his hospital bed Drip fed Fred vowed he was here to stay
I'll tell you something for nothing (he's claimed) never in all my days
Have I felt so intimidated by the cheap tactics on display

We want Freddie for our leader
Freddie is a man of class
We want Freddie for our leader
All stand and raise your champagne glass

And approaching the pulpit the right honourable Reverend Greene

We are gathered here this evening to pay our due respects
To Drip Fed Fred who late last night fell out of his prison bed
We know the nonce behind it who slipped the night PD
The word is out now without doubt you will answer to me

Gentlemen and assassins and ladies of the night
I call upon you this evening in the hope of shedding new light
There is a simple solution one called honour amongst thieves
So we'll take pity on your souls and only cap your knees

We want Freddie for our leader
Freddie is a man of class
We want Freddie for our leader
All stand and raise your champagne glass
All stand and raise your champagne glass
All stand and raise your champagne glass

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Madness

Madness are an English ska band from Camden Town, London, that formed in 1976. One of the most prominent bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s 2 Tone ska revival, they continue to perform with their most recognised line-up of seven members. more »

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Written by: CATHAL JOSEPH SMYTH, CHRISTOPHER JOHN FOREMAN, DANIEL MARK WOODGATE, GRAHAM MCPHERSON, LEE JAY THOMPSON, MARK WILLIAM BEDFORD, MICHAEL BARSON

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10 facts about this song

Song Title and Band
"Drip Fed Fred" is a song performed by the British ska band, Madness.
Release Date
The song was released in the year 2000.
Album Identity
It features in the band’s studio album titled "Wonderful," which was the band’s first album in six years due to their hiatus.
Chart Rankings
"Drip Fed Fred" peaked at number 55 on the UK Singles Chart.
Unique Collaboration
The song features guest vocals from English singer and actor, Ian Dury, which makes it exceptionally unique.
Song Theme
It brings under spotlight the declining state of Britain and encourages listeners to take action against the downfall.
Last Recording
"Drip Fed Fred" was the last recording by Ian Dury before his death in March 2000.
Promotional Video
The promotional video for the song stars actor and comedian Peter Baynham.
Musical Style
Similar to most of Madness' music, "Drip Fed Fred" features elements of ska and pop rock.
Live Performances
Despite its relatively low chart performance, "Drip Fed Fred" has been frequently performed in the band’s live set lists.

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