Up the Bracket
The Libertines
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I saw two shadow men on the Vallance Road Said they'd pay me for your address Oh I was so bold I said you see these two cold fingers These crooked fingers I show You a way to mean no Well they didn't like that much I can tell you Said sunshine I would n want to be in your shoes And they chased me up three flights of stairs Caught me in the lift how I sighed and said Help 'cause you're impossible But it's just like he's in another world Doesn't see the danger on show He'll wind up like Joseph bloody in a hole And it's just like she's in another world How they suit each other oh But you never get close Its impossible Saw the same two men on the Cally road Said they'd double their offer I was so bold To say you see these two cold fingers These crooked fingers I show Oh You's a way to mean no But it's just like he's in another world Doesn't see the danger on show He'll end up like Joseph bloody in a hole It's just like she's in another world How they suit each other oh no Oh you never get close Unstoppable I said you see these two cold fingers These crooked fingers I show You a way to mean no But it's just like were in another world How they suit each other oh no But you never get close That's close enough
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Written by: Carl Barat, Peter Doherty
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21 facts about this song
Release DetailsReleased in 2002, "Up the Bracket" is the Libertines' debut single and the title track from their first studio album.
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Album Success"Up the Bracket" album peaked at number 35 on the UK Albums Chart and is regarded as one of the defining albums of the garage rock revival.
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Influential ProducerThe track and the album were produced by Mick Jones, who was a member of punk rock band The Clash. His influence on the record is often cited as a significant aspect of its success.
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Critical AcclaimAlthough it was not a commercial hit, the track "Up the Bracket" was lauded by critics. In 2012, NME named the album as the best British album of the last six decades.
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Song Theme"Up the Bracket" references British society and features elements of anarchy and rebellion, reflecting the signature style of The Libertines.
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Band MembersThe Libertines is formed by Pete Doherty, Carl Barat, John Hassall, and Gary Powell. Their rocky relationship, particularly between Doherty and Barat, adds to the band's reputation and public fascination with their music and personal lives.
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Performance History"Up the Bracket" remains a fan favorite and frequently features in The Libertines' live performances.
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Chart PerformanceDespite critical acclaim, the "Up The Bracket" single did not perform highly on the charts. It failed to make it to the top 50 upon its release. However, the album itself, with the same name, managed to secure the 35th spot in the UK albums chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Up the Bracket" was shot in East London, with sequences in Chatham Place and Bath Place, near Hoxton. It features the band performing the song along with various street-side antics.
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LegacyIn the subsequent years, "Up the Bracket" and The Libertines contributed to the rise of a new wave of British guitar bands, dubbed as 'The New Rock Revolution.'
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Song Background"Up the Bracket" is the title track from The Libertines' debut studio album. It was released on 30th September 2002.
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Album SuccessThe album "Up the Bracket" is considered one of the most successful records of the British music scene during the early 2000s and is still hailed as a classic.
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Music Video InputThe music video for "Up the Bracket" was directed by acclaimed director Gina Birch of the Raincoats. The filming took place in the East End of London.
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InspirationsThe title "Up the Bracket" is an example of vintage Cockney slang, referencing a punch to the throat.
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Popular RecognitionIn 2003, Q magazine ranked "Up the Bracket" at number 90 in their list of 1001 greatest songs ever.
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Impact on Music CultureThe album "Up the Bracket," and by extension the song, is credited with reviving interest in British guitar music and contributing significantly to the post-punk revival movement of the early 21st century.
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Production ValueIt was produced by Mick Jones, former guitarist and vocalist of 'The Clash,' who saw potential in the band's raw energy and honest lyrics.
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Band’s CompositionThe song was co-written by Pete Doherty and Carl Barât, the band's two vocalists and guitarists. This collaboration was central to The Libertines' success.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough not released as a single, the song has been hugely influential and remains one of the band's most popular songs.
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Song Theme"Up The Bracket" is reportedly about a violent encounter the band members had with the police.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, showcasing its continuing musical influence.
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