Grimly Fiendish
The Damned
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Grimly fiendish plays the game that never plays Sing out loud but never prayed Grimly fiendish wears a coat that's black and long He doesn't know that it's all wrong Simply fiendish, a child caught in a grown up world No lies convince the court Once a week I could be found on the faces all the frowns Hide and seek, tried so hard to find that crime could pay Just for today Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Let me get the story straight You never gave me a break It's a case of give and take You didn't make me good you just painted me green You made me part of your forgotten dream Grimly fiendish, we'll send you just where you belong Where the children can't be found Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Hide and seek, tried so hard and just to find that crime could pay Just for today Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy Bad lad bad boy
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Written by: BRYN MERRICK, CHRISTOPHER JOHN MILLAR, CLIVE THOMAS JACKSON, DAVID VANIAN, ROMAN JUG
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Grimly Fiendish" by The Damned was initially released in February 1985.
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Album InformationThe song is from their album "Phantasmagoria", which is considered one of their most successful albums.
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Chart PerformanceIt managed to break into the top 40 of the UK Singles Chart, reaching No.21.
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InspirationThe song's title, “Grimly Fiendish,” was borrowed from a cartoon character, originating in circa 1964, who was featured in the British boys' comic "Buster".
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GenreMusically, "Grimly Fiendish" showcases a departure from The Damned's original punk sound, demonstrating their Gothic rock influences more prominently.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features the band members being arrested and put on trial, accused of "crimes against music."
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ReissueThe track was reissued in 2004 as part of the re-release of the "Phantasmagoria" album.
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CoversThe track has been covered by various artists and bands over the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
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Song ContentIt tells a story about an evil character (presumably Grimly Fiendish) who is plotting against society and reminiscing about past misdeeds.
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Lyric ContributionThis song, like many others on the "Phantasmagoria" album, was penned by guitarist Roman Jugg and bassist Bryn Merrick.
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Unique SignatureThe song is well-known for its catchy saxophone solo, which gives it a unique signature unlike many other goth rock records of that time.
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Cultural ImpactIn addition to being a hit on the charts, "Grimly Fiendish" has become a staple of The Damned's live performances and is often included in their setlists.
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Prominent TeamThe Damned, which was formed in 1976, is considered to be one of the formative bands in the British punk and goth rock scenes. The success of "Grimly Fiendish" and its album "Phantasmagoria" serve as testaments to their influence and enduring popularity.
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