Interesting Drug
Morrissey
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There are some bad people on the rise There are some bad people on the rise They're saving their own skins by Ruining other people's lives Bad, bad people on the rise Young married couple in debt -Ever felt had? Young married couple in debt -Ever felt had? On a government scheme Designed to kill your dream Oh mum, oh dad Once poor, always poor La la la la la Interesting drug The one that you took Tell the truth - it really helped you An interesting drug The one that you took God, it really really helped you You wonder why we're only half-ashamed? "Because enough is too much! And look around... Can you blame us? Can you blame us? " On a government scheme Designed to kill your dream Oh mum, oh dad Once poor, always poor La la la la la Interesting drug The one that you took Tell the truth - it really helped you An interesting drug The one that you took God, it really really helped you You wonder why we're only half-ashamed? "Because enough is too much! And look around... Can you blame us? Can you blame us? "
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Written by: STEPHEN BRIAN STREET, STEVEN MORRISSEY, STEVEN PATRICK MORRISSEY
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10 facts about this song
Songwriter/ Composer"Interesting Drug" was written by Morrissey, an English singer, along with his co-writer Stephen Street. Morrissey is known for his idiosyncratic, humorous, and often controversial lyrics.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1989. It's one of Morrissey's earlier solo works, coming out shortly after the break-up of his band The Smiths.
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Chart PerformanceThe single peaked at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Morrissey’s successful releases in his early solo career.
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Album Inclusion"Interesting Drug" was not originally featured on any album. It was later included on the compilation albums "Bona Drag" and "The Best of Morrissey" released in 1990 and 2001, respectively.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features actor Richard Hawley. It contains scenes of medical experiments, reflecting the song’s lyrical themes.
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Musical StyleThe song blends indie rock with a touch of pop, showcasing Morrissey's knack for creating catchy, distinctive melodies. The incorporation of trumpet also adds an extra layer of intrigue to the track.
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Critical ReviewsCritics have mixed feelings about the song, with some praising its daring take on political issues and others calling out its oblique lyrics.
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Controversial LyricsThe lyrics caused some controversy upon release due to their implied support for the use of drugs. However, Morrissey has stated that the song is actually a criticism of the pharmaceutical industry.
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Cover Version"Interesting Drug" was covered by American indie band OK Go in 2016 for the protest album "30 Days, 30 Songs."
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live by Morrissey multiple times since its release. The singer tends to change the words of the song during each performance slightly, adding an element of unpredictability to his concerts.
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