The band has released two critically acclaimed 7 inch singles and one full-length, ingeniously titled Live How You Listen on Big Cat Records (UK only). Kanine Records, big fans of Mommy and Daddy for ages (see Next Wave compilation), was super-psyched to be putting out their first proper US release, Fighting Style Killer Panda. The EP received great press and Ed and Viv toured with bands such as Static Age,United States of Electronica, Chariots, and Eyes Like Knives. Their next album was recorded before they set out on tour; Duel at Dawn, a full-length released Sept. 27th.
Cops
Mommy and Daddy Lyrics
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Those dirty one who love to crush heads with their feet
It went too far
Doesn't matter how stupid they are
All corrupt from the Nil to the Amazone
All unpunished from Paris to Hong-Kong
They went too far
Oh doesn't matter how stupid they are
Oh yeah kick them out
Boasting with their guns
I'll make no bones to hit them hard
You can leave this here
We can leave this here
A hand or an eye just disappear, just disappear, they disappear
It went too far there is no doubt there is no doubt
I don't blame them all but I hate them all
From abroad, from my town I'm nervous when they come around
They can hide it with a plague but I see my enemies
Wearing moustache
They wont get me, they wont get me, they wont get me
Oh they were not forced to sign
They should give up, or fucking feel ashamed
They are thousands but we are millions
They should be the ones, the ones to be afraid
Oh they are all the same
If you kick a cop you can do it in my name
Kick them out
Oh yeak kick them out
Boasting with their guns I'll make no bones to hit them hard
You can leave this here
We can leave this here
Just imagine your face when it's your son who will get shot, who will get shot
It went too far
There is no doubt, there is no doubt
The song "Cops" by Mommy and Daddy is a powerful critique of police corruption and the brutality of law enforcement officers. The lyrics describe a world where "cowboys on the street" use their power to crush heads with their feet, and where corrupt cops go unpunished from Paris to Hong-Kong. The singer expresses frustration and anger at the situation, calling for these abusive cops to be kicked out and held accountable for their behavior. The chorus repeats this sentiment, with the singer saying "Boasting with their guns, I'll make no bones to hit them hard."
Throughout the song, the singer reflects on the danger that these cops pose to not only society at large, but also to themselves. They warn that these cops will continue to abuse their power until they are stopped, and that they will eventually come for everyone. The singer declares that they do not hate all cops, but they do hate those who abuse their power and harm innocent people.
Overall, "Cops" is a powerful song that speaks to many people's frustrations with police brutality and corruption. By highlighting the dangers of unchecked police power, Mommy and Daddy have created a song that resonates with audiences around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Hear this one for the cowboys on the street
This song is dedicated to the corrupt police officers who act like cowboys on the streets.
Those dirty ones who love to crush heads with their feet
These police officers are brutal and take pleasure in hurting people.
It went too far
The actions of these police officers have gone beyond acceptable limits.
Doesn't matter how stupid they are
Their lack of intelligence does not excuse their behavior.
All corrupt from the Nil to the Amazone
Corruption exists among police officers worldwide, from Africa to South America.
All unpunished from Paris to Hong-Kong
They are rarely held accountable for their actions, whether in France or China.
Kick them out
These corrupt police officers need to be removed from their positions.
Boasting with their guns
They are proud of carrying weapons, even though they shouldn't be.
I'll make no bones to hit them hard
The singer is not afraid to confront these police officers and take action against them.
You can leave this here
These lyrics represent a warning to these police officers to back off.
A hand or an eye just disappear, just disappear, they disappear
The singer warns that if they continue their behavior, they could end up hurt or worse.
I don't blame them all but I hate them all
Not all police officers are bad, but the singer cannot help but feel hatred for all of them due to the actions of some.
From abroad, from my town I'm nervous when they come around
The presence of police officers makes the singer feel uneasy and anxious no matter where they come from.
They can hide it with a plague but I see my enemies
Even if they try to mask their corruption, the singer can still recognize them as his enemies.
Wearing moustache
A reference to the stereotype of corrupt police officers with mustaches.
They won't get me, they won't get me, they won't get me
The singer won't let the corrupt police officers intimidate or harm him.
Oh they were not forced to sign
They chose to become police officers, and with that choice, they have a responsibility to uphold the law and protect the people.
They should give up, or fucking feel ashamed
These police officers should either resign or feel guilty for their corrupt actions.
They are thousands but we are millions
Even though they have a large number of corrupt police officers, they are outnumbered by the people who demand justice.
They should be the ones, the ones to be afraid
The police officers should fear the consequences of their actions and be held accountable for them.
Oh they are all the same
The singer views all corrupt police officers as being identical in their immoral behavior.
If you kick a cop you can do it in my name
The singer condones fighting back against corrupt police officers.
Just imagine your face when it's your son who will get shot, who will get shot
The singer wants the listeners to empathize with the victims of police brutality and imagine if it happened to someone they love.
It went too far
The corrupt behavior of these police officers has gone beyond what is acceptable.
There is no doubt, there is no doubt
The singer is resolute in his conviction that these police officers need to be held accountable for their actions.
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Written by: Victor Eugène
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