Good Morning Britain

Aztec Camera

About Good Morning Britain

"Good Morning Britain" is a single by the Scottish band Aztec Camera featuring special guest Mick Jones (of Big Audio Dynamite and The Clash). It was released as the second single from their 1990 studio album Stray. The song was written by Aztec Camera frontman Roddy Frame.


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1990
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Jock's got a vote in Parochia
Ten long years and he's still got her
Paying tax and and doing stir
Worry about it later.
And the wind blows hot and the wind blows cold
But it blows us good so we've been told
Music's food 'til the art-biz folds
Let them all eat culture.

Chorus:
The past is steeped in shame,
But tomorrow's fair game,
For a life that's fit for living
Good morning Britain.

Twenty years and a loaded gun
Funerals, fear and the war ain't won
Paddy's just a figure of fun
It lightens up the danger.
And a corporal sneers at a catholic boy
And he eyes his gun like a rich man's toy
He's killing more than celtic joy
Death is not a stranger.

Taffy's time's gonna come one day
It's a loud sweet voice and it won't give way
A house is not a holiday
Your sons are leaving home Neil.
In the hills and the valleys and far away
You can hear the song of democracy
The echo of eternity
With a Rak-a-Rak-a feel.

Chorus

From the Tyne to where to the Thames does flow
My English brothers and sisters know
It's not a case of where you go
It's race and creed and colour.
From the police cell to the deep dark grave
On the underground's just a stop away
Don't be too black, don't be too gay
Just get a little duller.

But in this green and pleasant land,
Where I make my home, I make my stand
Make it cool just to be a man,
A uniform's a traitor.
Love is international
And if you stand or if you fall,
Just let them know you gave your all,
Worry about it later.

Chorus

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Aztec Camera

Aztec Camera were a Scottish New Wave band from the town of East Kilbride, near Glasgow, formed in 1980 and centred around teenage singer-songwriter Roddy Frame. Their album Love was among the nominations for Best British Album at the 1989 BRIT Awards. more »

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Written by: RODDY FRAME

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Good Morning Britain" was released in July 1990 as a single in the UK, followed by a similar launch in the United States in September of the same year.
Album Inclusion
It is featured on Aztec Camera's fourth studio album, "Stray," which was released also in 1990.
Chart Performance
The song reached the number 19 spot on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Aztec Camera's highest-charting songs.
Collaboration
The song features former The Clash guitarist, Mick Jones. This was the first time he had done guest vocals on a record since leaving The Clash.
Song Meaning
"Good Morning Britain" is a wry commentary on Britain's socio-political climate at the time of its formation. The lyrics talk about the disillusionment with the UK's state of affairs at the time, specifically the politically charged environment of the late 80s and early 90s.
Songwriter
The song was written by Aztec Camera's sole constant member, Roddy Frame.
Video
There is also a music video for "Good Morning Britain," which features Mick Jones alongside Roddy Frame.
Live Performances
The song is often included in Aztec Camera live performances due its popularity.
Unique Style
The song stands out compared to most of the other songs by Aztec Camera due to its more upbeat, hard hitting style, which was partially due to the influence of Mick Jones.
Reception
The song is both appreciated and criticized for its forthright political commentary. However, it's remembered for its distinctive sound and contribution to alternative rock in the '90s.

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