Powderworks
Midnight Oil
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There's a shit storm a'coming I feel it coming soon There's a time and a place And a moment in space When the fat boys call the tune There's a bubble a bouncing And it's bouncing my way There's two sticks in the powderworks I think it's gonna blow today There's a shit storm a'coming Somebody's claiming some i.o.u.'s Because the animal's back With the man intact They had a gun at my head And a knife at my back Don't wind me up too tight I've been had by the balls all my life I'm in no mood now To stop dead and talk it over I don't need no fire and brimstone warning I've been a long time punching bag I won't run no race where there ain't no prize Take a look at my face Can't you see this ain't no lies There's a hit storm a coming They're getting in for one free bite I was taken by surprise By the glint in the eyes of a sweet campaign Smelling strongly of lies You're the original Mr. Clean But the closeups make you look awful mean You're just a con man raving saying nothing new (Hirst/Moginie/Rotsey/James)
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Written by: ANDREW JAMES, JAMES MOGINIE, MARTIN ROTSEY, PETER GARRETT, ROBERT HIRST
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10 facts about this song
Song Lyrics"Powderworks" is renowned for its insightful and politically charged lyrics, common in most Midnight Oil songs, reflecting the band's passion for political and environmental activism.
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Album DebutThis song was part of Midnight Oil's self-titled debut album, released in 1978. The album announced the arrival of the Australian rock band on the global stage.
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Band Line-upMidnight Oil, the creators of "Powderworks," featured Peter Garrett as the lead vocalist, along with Rob Hirst, Jim Moginie, Martin Rotsey, and Andrew James as band members during the production of this song.
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GenreThe genre of "Powderworks" is often classified as alternative rock or new wave, making Midnight Oil a pioneer in the Australian rock scene during the late 70s and 80s.
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Live PerformancesThe song, although not a hit single, is known for its high-energy live performances, which often left audiences stunned and increased the band's popularity.
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Message"Powderworks" deals with issues of war and industry. Some fans and critics interpret it as a critique of the arms industry.
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Musical StyleMidnight Oil's "Powderworks" incorporates raw guitar riffs and rhythmic drum patterns, accompanied by Garrett's distinctive, powerhouse vocals.
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Critical ReceptionThis song, like many on their debut album, helped establish Midnight Oil's reputation for producing hard-hitting and thought-provoking music.
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Cultural ImpactPowderworks' topical themes and lively rock sound helped solidify Midnight Oil's status as one of Australia's most important and influential bands.
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Album ArtworkThe album featuring "Powderworks" features a hand reaching out of a stormy sea holding a wrench and a bolt, possibly symbolizing industrial struggles and protest, themes often present in Midnight Oil's songs.
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