Signed to Polydor in 1984, the band was known for combining Clark's twangy guitar style with Cole's low-key singing style. Particularly notable were Cole's literary lyrics (he was studying Philosophy at the University of Glasgow when the band started) and name-dropping the likes of Norman Mailer, Arthur Lee, Grace Kelly, Truman Capote, Eva Marie Saint, Simone de Beauvoir, and Nancy Sinatra.
For a period in the mid 1980s the band was one of the most successful indie acts in Britain, vying with The Smiths. The band broke up in 1989 amid reports of personality clashes between members, and Cole moved to New York City to pursue a successful solo career. The band reformed in 2004 to perform a 20th anniversary tour of the UK and Ireland.
Band members
Lloyd Cole (born 31 January 1961) - vocals, guitar, lyricist
Blair Cowan (born 1960?) - keyboards
Lawrence Donegan (born 13 July 1961) - bass guitar
Neil Clark (born 3 July 1955) - guitar
Stephen Irvine (born 16 December 1959) - drums
From the Hip
Lloyd Cole and The Commotions Lyrics
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It should have been whipped out of me
Without a father figured I
Yeh I concluded then that I'm not for spitting on
This one's from the hip, my love I should have warned you about me
It never got whipped out of me
Me and my modesty and
Not I, I don't care anymore
I'm sick and I'm tired and I don't care anymore
This one's from the hip, why should I know why ?
It's a wicked world, I've had it up to here
Sweet Jesus I should have warned you about me, it's sure to end in tears
And misery, without a father figured I
Yeh I concluded then that I'm not for spitting on
Not I... Why should I know why should I care ?
Who's telling me what I should wear ?
Mother your wretched son is hooked on his medicine
I don't care anymore, I'm sick and I'm tired
And I don't care anymore
This one's from the hip, why should I know why ?
It's a wicked world
The lyrics of "From The Hip" by Lloyd Cole and The Commotions showcase a sense of detachment and defiance. The singer reveals his lack of concern for societal norms and the expectations of his family. He believes that his mother has misjudged him and should have punished him more severely. He acknowledges that he doesn't care for any of the 'medicine' or advice that his mother or anyone else is hoping to give him. He feels like an outsider in the world, without a father figure, and has concluded that he is not someone to be taken lightly or chewed up and spit out.
The repetition of "This one's from the hip" throughout the song serves as a declaration of the singer's rebelliousness and unapologetic nature. He is not interested in conforming to the rules of society nor is he willing to change himself for anyone else. He sees the world as a cruel place and is resigned to the fact that his own life will likely end in tears and misery if he continues to go against the grain.
Overall, the lyrics in "From The Hip" paint a picture of someone who feels isolated and struggles with a sense of identity. His defiance and detachment can be seen as both his strength and his weakness, and the repetition of the opening line reinforces this paradox.
Line by Line Meaning
This one's from the hip, oh mother you have sorely misjudged me
I'm speaking my mind without any filter now and my mother should have prepared for this side of me
It should have been whipped out of me
I should have been punished for speaking without a filter
Without a father figured I, Yeh I concluded then that I'm not for spitting on
Without a father figure, I came to the realization that I don't deserve to be disrespected or put down
This one's from the hip, my love I should have warned you about me
I'm speaking my truth without any filter and I should have let my love know about this side of me
It never got whipped out of me
I was never taught any better or punished for speaking out of turn
Me and my modesty and, Mother your wretched son won't take his medicine
I'm too modest and my mother's son won't change his ways
Not I, I don't care anymore, I'm sick and I'm tired and I don't care anymore
I refuse to keep caring and I'm too tired to keep worrying
This one's from the hip, why should I know why ?
I'm speaking my mind without any filter and I don't feel like I owe anyone an explanation
Sweet Jesus I should have warned you about me, it's sure to end in tears
I should have let you know about my blunt personality earlier because it's bound to end in emotional pain
And misery, without a father figured I, Yeh I concluded then that I'm not for spitting on
Without a father figure, I realized my worth and that I don't deserve to be disrespected
Not I... Why should I know why should I care ?
I refuse to care or give attention to anything right now
Who's telling me what I should wear ?
I don't want anyone to tell me what to do
Mother your wretched son is hooked on his medicine
My mother's son is stubborn and set in his ways
I don't care anymore, I'm sick and I'm tired and I don't care anymore
I'm too exhausted to keep caring and I'm choosing to stop caring
This one's from the hip, why should I know why ?
I'm speaking my truth without any filter and I don't feel the need to explain myself
It's a wicked world
The world can be cruel and unfair
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LAWRENCE DONEGAN, LLOYD COLE, MACKILLOP DEREK, NEIL CLARK, STEVEN IRVINE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mickyherman445
Memories
@alvinpatacsil
Thanks for the Upload. My favorite from them.
@bigbluezuk
I love this track.
@roytbone5791
Great track from a brilliant album
@luisfigueiredo9906
Roy T Bone You´re right. One of the best sounds of 80s...
@longbeachdave1
His last good song with the band. The cover photo is a major 'tell' that he was on his way ...
@framodcole
And also on his way down. Negatives was the pinnacle of him solo. Brought Blair and Neil back. Amazing how that works. Got a little too cocained and full of himself after Bad Influence. Side note. He supported the Boston terrorists.
@JAKJLUK85
From The Hip Lyrics / Letras
Artista/Banda: Lloyd Cole & The Commotions
Album: Mainstream
Genre/Género: New Wave/Ballad
Year/Año: 1988
Time/Duración: 4:00
LlOYD COLE & THE COMMOTIONS - FROM THE HIP (I Don't Care Anymore)
[Intro/Instrumental] (00:01)
(00:06)
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[Verse 1:] (00:13)
This one's from the hip
Oh mother you have sorely misjudged me
It should have been whipped
Out of me
Without a father I figured I
Yes, I concluded then that I'm not for spitting on
[Verse 2:] (00:36)
This one's from the hip
My love I should have warned you about me
It never got whipped
Out of me
Me and my modesty and
Mother, your wretched son won't take his medicine
[Chorus:] (00:58)
Not I....
I.... I don't care anymore
I'm sick and I'm tired
And I don't care anymore
This one's from the hip
Why should I know why?
It's a wicked world?
[Verse 3:] (01:24)
I've had it up to here
Sweet Jesus I should have warned you about me
It's sure to end in tears
And misery
Without a father I figured I
Yes I concluded then that I'm not for spitting on
[Chorus:] (01:46)
Not I....
I.... I don't care anymore
I'm sick and I'm tired
And I don't care anymore
This one's from the hip
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(From the hip)
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It's a wicked world
[Bridge/Interlude] (02:22)
Why should I know why should I care?
Who's telling me what I should wear?
[Pre-chorus:] (02:36)
Mother, your wretched son is hooked on his medicine
Mother, your wretched son is hooked on his medicine
[Chorus endings:] (02:51)
Yeah I....
I.... I don't care anymore
I'm sick and I'm tired
And I don't care anymore
Not I....
I.... I don't care anymore
I'm sick and I'm tired.
And I don't care anymore
This one's from the hip
Why should I know why?
It's a wicked world?
Instrumentals endings (03:31)
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From the Hip / Lyrics
"From The Hip".... Ballad/NewWave.... Interpreted by Lloyd Cole & His Commotions in 1988....
*"From The Hip"..... Ballada/NewWave.... Interpretado por Lloyd Cole en 1988..... 👍🙋🖐️💯✓