Punch and Judy

Marillion

About Punch and Judy

"Punch and Judy" is a song by the British neo-progressive rock band Marillion. It was the first single from their second studio album Fugazi. The lyrics of the song are about a marriage gone bad. The single reached no. 29 on the UK singles charts in February 1984. This was the only single during the band's EMI years that no music video was shot for. A CD replica of the single was also part of a collectors box-set released in July 2000, which contained Marillion's first twelve singles and was re-issued as a 3-CD set in 2009 (see The Singles '82-'88).  


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1988
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Washing machine, pinstripe dream 
Stripped the gloss from a beauty queen
Found our nest, in the Daily Express
Met the vicar in a holy vest 
Brought up the children Church of E
Now I vegetate with a colour TV
Worst ever thing that ever happened to me
Oh, for D.I.V.O.R.C.E., oh Judy 
Whatever happened to pillow fights 
Whatever happened to jeans so tight, Friday nights 
Whatever happened to lover's lane 
Whatever happened to passion games
Sunday walks in the pouring rain 
Curling tongs, mogadons
"I got a headache baby, don't take so long" 
Single beds, middle age dread
Losing the war in the Waistlands spread 
Who left the cap of the toothpaste tube
Who forgot to flush the loo
Leave your sweaty socks outside the door
Don't walk across my polished floor, oh Judy
Whatever happened to morning smiles
Whatever happened to wicked wiles, permissive styles
Whatever happened to twinkling eyes, hard fast drives
Complements on unnatural size 
Propping up a bar, family car
Sweating out a mortgage as a balding clerk
World war three, suburbanshee
Just slip her these pills and I'll be free
No more Judy, Judy, Judy no more
Goodbye Judy

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Marillion

Marillion are a British rock band, formed in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, in 1979. Their recorded studio output since 1982 is composed of seventeen albums generally regarded in two distinct eras, delineated by the departure of original frontman Fish in late 1988, and the subsequent arrival of replacement Steve Hogarth in early 1989. All four albums released with Fish were commercial successes, and the band released eleven Top 40 hits on the UK Singles Chart, including 1985's "Kayleigh", which reached No. 2 and became their biggest hit single. more »

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Written by: DEREK WILLIAM DICK, MARK KELLY, JONATHAN MOVER, STEVE ROTHERY, PETE TREWAVAS

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15 facts about this song

Release Information
"Punch and Judy" was released by British rock band Marillion in 1984.
Album
The song is from Marillion's second studio album "Fugazi".
Chart Performance
"Punch and Judy" reached number 29 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Genre
Marillion is identified as a progressive rock band. This genre is a reflection of their complex musical arrangements and poetic lyrics.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics were written by Marillion's lead singer Derek William Dick, better known by his stage name, 'Fish'.
Song Theme
The song explores the theme of a failing relationship using the metaphor of a Punch and Judy puppet show.
Music Video
A music video was created for the song, featuring the band performing in a Punch and Judy booth.
Reception
While it was not the band’s biggest hit, "Punch and Judy" remains a fan favorite because of its clever lyrics and catchy tune.
Live Performances
Marillion often includes "Punch and Judy" in their live set-lists due to its popularity among fans.
Artwork
The album art for "Fugazi" features a distorted version of the traditional Punch and Judy puppet characters.
Band Members during that Time
During the release of "Punch and Judy", Marillion consisted of lead vocalist Fish, guitarist Steve Rothery, keyboardist Mark Kelly, bassist Pete Trewavas, and drummer Mick Pointer.
Success for Marillion
Released in the early part of their career, songs like "Punch and Judy" helped establish Marillion as a leading band in the new wave of British progressive rock.
Cover Versions
Several Marillion tribute bands and artists have covered "Punch and Judy", testifying to its enduring popularity.
Fish’s Departure
After leaving Marillion in 1988, Fish continued to perform "Punch and Judy" as a solo artist.
Legacy
Today, "Punch and Judy" is considered a classic in Marillion's music catalogue.

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