No One Is Innocent

Ronnie Biggs, Sex Pistols, The Sex Pistols

About No One Is Innocent

"No One Is Innocent" was the fifth single by the British punk rock band the Sex Pistols. It was released on 30 June 1978. The Pistols had split up early in 1978, losing bassist Sid Vicious and original lead vocalist Johnny Rotten. "No One Is Innocent" was recorded by remaining members Paul Cook and Steve Jones, with vocals performed by Ronnie Biggs, a British criminal notorious for his part in the Great Train Robbery of 1963. At the time of "No One Is Innocent" Biggs was living in Brazil, still wanted by the British authorities, but immune from extradition. The song was credited to Cook, Jones and Biggs. 


Year:
1979
604 
#2

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God save the sex pistols they're a bunch of wholesome blokes
They just like wearing filthy clothes and swapping filthy jokes
God save television keep the programms pure
God save William Grundy from falling in manure

Ronnie Biggs was doing time until he done a bunk
Now he says he's seen the light and he sold his soul to punk

God save Martin Boorman and nazis on the run
They wasn't being wicked God that was their idea of fun
God save Myra Hindley God save Ian Brady
Even though he's horrible and she ain't what you call a lady

Ronnie Biggs was doing time until he done a bunk
Now he says he's seen the light and he sold his soul to punk
Ronnie Biggs was doing time until he done a bunk
Now he says he's seen the light and he sold his soul to punk

God save politicians God save our friends the pigs
God save Idi Amin and god save Ronald Biggs
God save all us sinners God save your blackest sheep
God save the good samaritan and god save the worthless creep

Ronnie Biggs was doing time until he done a bunk
Now he says he's seen the light and he sold his soul to punk
Ronnie Biggs was doing time until he done a bunk
Now he says he's seen the light and he sold his soul to punk
Sold his soul Sold his soul Sold his soul to punk

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The Sex Pistols

The Sex Pistols were an English punk rock band formed in London in 1975. Although their initial career lasted just two and a half years, they were one of the most culturally influential acts in popular music. The band initiated the punk movement in the United Kingdom and inspired many later punk, post-punk and alternative rock musicians, while their clothing and hairstyles were a significant influence on the early punk image. The Sex Pistols' first line-up consisted of vocalist Johnny Rotten (born John Lydon), guitarist Steve Jones, drummer Paul Cook, and bassist Glen Matlock, with Matlock replaced by Sid Vicious (born John Simon Ritchie) in early 1977. Under the management of Malcolm McLaren, they generated widespread media controversies bringing them to the… more »

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Written by: Paul Cook, Ronald Briggs, Steve Jones

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13 facts about this song

Band Origin
"No One Is Innocent" is a song by the Sex Pistols, a famous punk rock band from London, England.
Band Members
The song was recorded and performed by members of the band including Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Sid Vicious.
Collaboration
This song was recorded with Ronnie Biggs, a British criminal who was involved in the Great Train Robbery of 1963.
Song's Release
"No One Is Innocent" was released as a single on June 30, 1978, by Virgin Records.
Chart Performance
The song managed to attain a top spot on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 7.
Controversial Lyrics
The song is well-known for its controversial lyrics which openly criticizes the British government, the Queen, and other institutions.
Song's Context
The song spoke about the sense of disillusionment and dissatisfaction many young people were feeling in England in the late 1970s.
Music Video
The music video for the song features footage from the band's movie "The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle," and also includes clips of Ronnie Biggs.
Movie Association
"No One Is Innocent" was prominently featured in Julien Temple’s 1980 film, "The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle".
Legacy
Despite being released over 40 years ago, the song remains one of the Sex Pistols' most memorable and controversial tracks.
Cover Art
The cover art of the "No One Is Innocent" single features a controversial image of Sid Vicious in police handcuffs.
Sid Vicious Controversy
Despite being credited on the song, Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious didn't actually play on "No One is Innocent". At the time of its recording, he was in jail awaiting trial for the murder of his girlfriend, Nancy Spungen.
Live Performances
The song has never been performed live by the original members of the Sex Pistols.

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