Kids with Guns
Gorillaz
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Kids with guns Kids with guns Taking over But it won't be long They're mesmerized Skeletons Kids with guns Kids with guns Easy does it, easy does it, they got something to say no to Drinking out (is she real, is she) Pacifier (is she real, is she) Demon souls (is she real, is she) Street desire (is she real, is she) Didn't mean to (is she real, is she) But it won't be long (is she real, is she) Kids with guns Kids with guns Easy does it, easy does it, they got something to say no to And they turn into monsters Turning us into fire Turning us into monsters It's all desire It's all desire It's all desire Drinking out Pacifier Sinking soul There you are Doesn't make side to But it won't be long 'Cause kids with guns Kids with guns Easy does it, easy does it, they got something to say no to And they turn into monsters Turning us into fire Turning us into monsters It's all desire It's all desire It's all desire Is she, is she real, is she Is she real, is she (it's real) Is she, is she real, is she Is she real, is she (it's real) Is she is she real It's real
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Written by: Damon Albarn, Brian Joseph Burton, Jamie Christopher Hewlett
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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15 facts about this song
Album Release"Kids with Guns" is from Gorillaz's second studio album, "Demon Days," which was released in 2005.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a major single, the song still managed to reach position 27 on the UK Singles Chart.
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InspirationThe inspiration behind the song, according to Damon Albarn, the lead singer of Gorillaz, stems from an incident where his daughter's schoolmate was found with a knife.
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CollaborationThe song features background vocals from Neneh Cherry, a Swedish singer-songwriter.
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Remixes"Kids with Guns" has several remixed versions. One of the most popular is the Jamie T's Turns to Monsters mix.
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SignificanceThe song addresses the growing issue of violence among children during the time of its release.
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Live Performances"Kids with Guns" has been performed live at many Gorillaz concerts, including the band's Demon Days Live concerts in Manchester and New York City.
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AwardsThe album "Demon Days", which includes "Kids With Guns", won the Grammy for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals in 2006.
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Music VideoUnlike many other Gorillaz songs, "Kids with Guns" does not have an official visual or animated music video.
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MeaningDamon Albarn stated in interviews that the song serves as a metaphor for people being overwhelmed and inundated by the world around them.
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Recognition"Kids with Guns" has been recognized as one of the standout tracks from the "Demon Days" album by various music critics.
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ImpactThe song continues to hold a lasting impact, often being used in discussions around youth violence and societal issues.
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ThemesLike many Gorillaz songs, "Kids with Guns" combines various music styles, demonstrating the band's blend of hip-hop, rock, and electronic influences to address important themes.
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Vinyl ReleaseThe song was released as a 7" vinyl single in April 2006.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by bands and artists including Hot Chip, who performed a version for BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2010.
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