The band's debut single "The Way We're Made (Made In England)" reached number 38 on the UK Singles Chart and number 7 on the UK Indie Chart in September 2010, after their status was confirmed as runners-up in Sky1's television talent competition, Must Be The Music. Their debut digital only single "The Greatest Show On Earth - Act I" was released on 4 October 2010, with four tracks. It is said to be part of a compilation of an unspecified number of singles.
Their first album "Generation Silenced" was released in 2012.
The Way We're Made
Missing Andy Lyrics
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I call it my kingdom
She may let me down
She would never take a bow for me
Sold down the river
You scream till they hear ya
And I'm still standing proud
Even as every town has fallen down to it's knees
Right from the time when i was born in 89'
I lived in a terraced house, 10th down the line
We didnt have much money but we got on just fine
And knock down ginger is what we played just to pass the time
And for school dinners we had something called semilina
Your guess is good as mine i dont know what it is either
And i can remember an explosion going off on the wharf one day
And i was scared and that's when mum used to say
She would often tell me don't be afraid
She would often say it's just that things ain't great
And all through the night time sleeping with the lights
It's just the way you was made, just the way you was made
Ahe would often tell me just be safe
Ahe would often say run fight another day
Never went to church but yet sometimes we prayed
It's just the way i was made
I'm made in England
I call it my kingdom
She may let me down
She would never take a bow for me
Sold down the river
You scream till they hear ya
And i'm still standing proud
Even as every town has fallen down to it's knees
Straight home from school and it was grange hill on the box
Dinner was a chippy now we love the curry shop
Then straight to the streets to see what was happening
There was still a healthy fear for the old bill for breaking and entering
The only bit of grass we had said no ball games
And in the bushes there was glue sniffers and perverts on a day to day
And then a bus explodes and 7/7 blows us all away
And thats when i got advice from me dad
And he would often tell me don; t be afraid
He would often say its just the same fear a different name
So take it in your stride, dont let it compromise
Just the way you was made son, just the way you was made
He would always tell me dont cause a fight
But if it comes your way son fight for your life
Never went to church but sometimes i prayed
It's just the way i was made
I'm made in England
I call it my kingdom
She may let me down
She would never take a bow for me
Sold down the river
You scream till they hear ya
And i'm still standing proud
Even as every town has fallen down to it's knees
And I love the feeling and sense of pride
Is when England are playing and we can stand there side by side
And the passion is felt throughout the ground
Or people watching on their TV screens
Cos we hope we're gonna bring it home and it ain't just a dream
God how sad is that
I talk about pride
And you tag me the enemy
I'm just your average working class, tea in a flask, subsidizing your properties!
But we won't stand up and take back and stop this all this greed
There is no choice out there they all bring us to our knees
And sometimes we drink drink drink to excess
Cos one half dont realise the other half's in a mess
So take anoither picture and send me the fine
Charge me the earth for all the things i need to buy
It's totally insane but i guess we wont complain
It's just the way we're made
I'm made in England
I call it my kingdom
She may let me down
She would never take a bow for me
Sold down the river
You scream till they hear ya
And i'm still standing proud
Even as every town has fallen down to it's knees
I'm made in England
I call it my kingdom
And i'm still standing proud
Even as every town has fallen down to it's knees
The lyrics of "The Way We're Made" by Missing Andy describe the experiences of growing up in working-class England and the pride and resilience that is instilled in those who are "made in England." The song starts by referencing the country as a "kingdom" and establishes a sense of ownership and loyalty towards it despite acknowledging that it may disappoint at times. The line "sold down the river" suggests a feeling of betrayal, but the singer refuses to be defeated and continues to stand strong.
The verses detail the struggles of a typical working-class childhood - playing simple games like knock-down ginger, going to school, and watching TV shows like Grange Hill. The singer also references more serious events like an explosion and the terrorist attack on London in 2005. Throughout it all, their parents provide words of encouragement and advice, teaching them not to be afraid and to fight for what is right.
The chorus of the song summarizes the message of the lyrics: that despite the hardships, they are still proud to be "made in England" and will continue to stand strong. The final verse touches on themes of societal issues like financial inequality and excessive consumerism, but ultimately accepts the status quo as "just the way we're made."
Overall, "The Way We're Made" is a poignant and relatable reflection on growing up in working-class England and the values that are instilled in people from that background.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm made in England
I was born and raised in England
I call it my kingdom
I feel a strong sense of pride and ownership for England
She may let me down
Even though England may disappoint me sometimes
She would never take a bow for me
I know that England will never abandon its identity
Sold down the river
Betrayed by those we trusted
You scream till they hear ya
We have to make our voices heard to fight injustice
And I'm still standing proud
Despite facing challenges and adversity
Even as every town has fallen down to its knees
As society crumbles and people lose hope
It's just the way you was made, just the way you was made
We are all products of our upbringing and experiences
And then a bus explodes and 7/7 blows us all away
Referencing the London bombings and the impact it had on the community
Don't let it compromise
Don't let fear control your actions
But if it comes your way son fight for your life
Defend yourself if necessary
I love the feeling and sense of pride
I am passionate about England and the sense of community during sports events
Cos we hope we're gonna bring it home and it ain't just a dream
We want England to win and make our dreams come true
I'm just your average working class, tea in a flask, subsidizing your properties!
I am a normal working-class person, not an enemy to be labeled as such
There is no choice out there they all bring us to our knees
The current state of affairs has left us feeling helpless and powerless
So take another picture and send me the fine
Sarcasm about excessive government regulations and fines
It's totally insane but I guess we won't complain
Despite the craziness of the situation, we still accept it as normal
And I'm still standing proud
Maintaining pride in England despite everything
Even as every town has fallen down to its knees
Despite the chaos and despair around us
Writer(s): Nicky Cook, Steve Rolls
Contributed by John P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
nutluc
11 years on and I'm still banging this out on full blast. Especially when the euro/world cup comes round.
Hellsbunnies TV
Yup. :)
KENDALL_KNOWS_BEST!
Yes mate
Hellsbunnies TV
@KENDALL_KNOWS_BEST! Well 12 now. :P
John Russell
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Robert Jaggs
Me too in the library lmao hahaha 😂😂😂😂
Rod Sloan
Love it, new song celebrating England. We are what we are.👍
Lauren H
I'm Scottish, but I still think this song is bloody brilliant. I appreciate a bit of patriotism, whatever the country! Great lyrics, great song. (And I agree it would make a top notch World Cup song for you guys!)
Outlaw Stargazer
As an American, I love this. No matter where ya are, if yer working class, it's pretty much the same ole story.
Mark Buckle
Only just found this and I totally agree with you from an Englishman