The new line up (since 2005) :
Guillaume Ledoux : voice, accordéon
Johan Ledoux : Guitar, voice
Charlie Poggio (2006) : Drums
Nicolas Bravin : Rythmic Guitar
Phillipe Ribaudeau : FLute, Sax, Mandoline, Melodica...
Bruno Marande : bass
Cedric Millard : piano, synthe
Death or glory
Blankass Lyrics
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Every cheap hood strikes a bargain with the world
And ends up making payments on a sofa or a girl
Love 'n' hate hate tattoed across the knuckles of his hands
The hands that slap his kids around 'cause they don't understand.
Death or glory becomes just another story
'N' every gimmick hungry yob digging gold from rock'n'roll
Grabs the Mike to tell us he'll die before he's sold
But i believe in this, and it's been tested by research
That he who fucks nuns will later join the church.
Death or glory becomes just another story
Death or glory becomes just another story
See you in the gunsights you say hello
I say ok don't wanna play the show
all you are thinking 'bout is death or glory
now playing the losers game, surely it's better now
Death or glory becomes just another story
Death or glory becomes just another story
From every dingy basement on every dingy street
I hear every dragging handclap over every dragging beat
That's just the beat of time, the beat that must go on
If you been trying for years, then we already heard your song.
Death or glory becomes just another story
Death or glory becomes just another story
The song "Death or glory" by Blankass is a cover of the original song by The Clash. The lyrics speak of the struggles faced by artists and musicians as they navigate the music industry, facing the choice between death or glory. The song reflects on the compromises that artists must make in order to succeed or even get recognition. The lyrics start by describing how every person, even the cheap hood, makes a deal with the world and ends up making payments on things like sofas and girls. The love and hate tattooed across their knuckles represent the struggle between the two emotions that they feel towards their situation. The same hands that slap their kids around are the ones being used to pay for their compromised lives.
Next, the song addresses the gimmick-hungry yob, who believes that he will die before he sells out. However, the song suggests that even such artists may eventually compromise and join the establishment. The line "he who fucks nuns will later join the church" suggests how even the most rebellious artists eventually end up joining the mainstream music industry. The chorus "Death or glory becomes just another story" symbolizes how artists' idealistic dreams of achieving something great are often reduced to mere "stories" in the industry. The final verse suggests that every aspiring artist, struggling in dingy basements, is trying to make a difference, but the beat of time goes on, and their song has already been heard.
In summary, the lyrics of the song "Death or glory" by Blankass, reflect the struggles faced by artists trying to succeed in the music industry, highlighting the compromises they may have to make to achieve their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Every cheap hood strikes a bargain with the world
Every poor person tries to work out a deal with society just to survive
And ends up making payments on a sofa or a girl
But in the end, they end up owing money for material possessions or relationships
Love 'n' hate hate tattoed across the knuckles of his hands
This struggle for survival leaves them emotionally scarred
The hands that slap his kids around 'cause they don't understand.
And sometimes they take out their frustration on their own children
Death or glory becomes just another story
These struggles for survival and recognition often end up being forgotten or insignificant
'N' every gimmick hungry yob digging gold from rock'n'roll
Many people try to make a quick buck from the music industry by using cheap ploys and tricks
Grabs the Mike to tell us he'll die before he's sold
They may even put on a show of defiance to prove their authenticity
But i believe in this, and it's been tested by research
However, studies have shown that those who act out are likely to later conform
That he who fucks nuns will later join the church.
Those who engage in rebellious behavior eventually end up conforming to society
See you in the gunsights you say hello
Some may find themselves in a dangerous situation, but still try to act tough
I say ok don't wanna play the show
Others may refuse to take a risk for the sake of making it big
all you are thinking 'bout is death or glory
In the end, it all comes down to a desire for fame and recognition
now playing the losers game, surely it's better now
But sometimes, it's better to avoid the game altogether and focus on what really matters
From every dingy basement on every dingy street
Despite the obstacles and challenges, there are still people pursuing their dreams
I hear every dragging handclap over every dragging beat
Their music may not be perfect, but it's a reflection of their struggles and experiences
That's just the beat of time, the beat that must go on
And no matter what, time keeps moving forward and their music continues to exist
If you been trying for years, then we already heard your song.
Even if they haven't made it big yet, their voice has still been heard and appreciated by some
Contributed by Madelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.