Pulp is an alternative rock band that formed in 1978 in Sheffield, England,… Read Full Bio ↴Pulp is an alternative rock band that formed in 1978 in Sheffield, England, United Kingdom. The band's best known and most stable lineup consists of Jarvis Cocker (vocals), Russell Senior (guitar, violin), Mark Webber (guitar), Candida Doyle (keyboards), Steve Mackey (bass) and Nick Banks (drums). Although many members have had a long tenure with the band, the only constant member has been Cocker. In 2011, it was announced on Pulp's official website that the band's classic lineup would reunite and perform at several festivals, including Isle of Wight, that year.

Originally called "Arabicus Pulp" (although they shortened it to Pulp within a year), the band achieved sudden success some thirteen years after their formation and became known during the Britpop era as much for their music as for frontman Cocker's antics (notably conducting a stage invasion during Michael Jackson's performance of Earth Song at the 1996 BRIT Awards).

Achieving little success off the back of a Peel session in 1981, Pulp were finally able to release their debut album, It, in 1983. This album and its 1986 follow-up, Freaks, showcased a Pulp keen on Nick Drake (notably on the It single, My Lighthouse), with strong folk roots and little sign of the tendencies for storytelling and acid house music which would eventually bring forth success.

After the release and commercial flop of "Freaks", the band disbanded for a year, but reformed a year later to record a third album, Separations. Delayed for three years after its recording, Separations showed Cocker's increasing exposure to acid house, featuring multiple synths, and a hit single, My Legendary Girlfriend, which helped Pulp's career start to rocket.

Their next single, Babies, which would eventually feature on their 1994's commercial breakthrough His 'n' Hers, and it was the first example of the Pulp-sound most listeners associate with the band--cheap synths, rolling guitars, and Cocker's deadpan vocals telling a story. "His 'n' Hers" in sound, was lumped in with the Britpop movement of the time, receiving commercial and critical acclaim. However, it was the 1995 single Common People, which finally saw them become known, eventually charting at number 2 in the UK charts. Awash with Britpop guitars, catchy keyboard lines and that trademark Cocker vocal performance it has remained a favorite. A successful appearance at Glastonbury that summer cemented their fame, and their success was subsequently confirmed by the release of Different Class, which arrived at the peak of the Britpop movement and featured this song and other UK hits as Disco 2000 and Sorted for E's & Wizz.

Their last two albums, 1998's darker This Is Hardcore, -an album that marked the end of the Britpop era- and 2001's more downbeat We Love Life were commercial successes, but Pulp were no longer as famous or trendy as they had been in the height of Britpop. Following their curation of a music festival, Auto, in 2002, the band announced that they would be embarking on an "indefinite hiatus".

In 2003, Jarvis Cocker released an album as Relaxed Muscle and then two solo efforts, 2006's Jarvis and 2009's Further Complications.

On 8th November 2010, it was announced that the band with its most relevant lineup will reform to play a series of gigs in summer 2011.

Discography:
It 1983
Freaks 1986
Separations 1992
His 'n' Hers 1994
Different Class 1995
This Is Hardcore 1998
We Love Life 2001

Official website:
http://www.pulppeople.com

Please Don't Worry
Pulp Lyrics

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A true blue experience is what you need now
You need to know when and
You need to know how
No sign of an opening unless
You've done it before
Just go up to your room
And practice some more

Please don’t worry, I feel fine
Please don't worry, I feel fine
Please don't worry, I feel fine
Please don’t worry, I feel fine

Pent-up frustration, all screwed up inside
I was the same when I was alive
So you take up drinking and
Destroy all your taste
Just think of all the money
That's gone to your waste
Please don't worry, I feel fine
Please don't worry, I feel fine
Please don't worry, I feel fine
Please don't worry, I feel fine

You send in your problems for
The people to see they're laughing at you
Just like they laughed at me
Ambiguous wording clouds the issue once more
You'll never know what it was that you saw

Please don’t worry, I feel fine
Please don’t worry, I feel fine
Please don't worry, I feel fine
Please don’t worry, I feel fine

Well, I feel fine i'm having a good time
I feel fine i'm having a good time

I feel fine i'm having a good time
I feel fine i’m having a good time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Pulp's song "Please Don't Worry" convey a message about the need for self-assurance and resilience in the face of challenges and judgment from others. In the first stanza, the singer emphasizes the importance of experience and knowledge in navigating difficult situations. The line "You need to know when and, You need to know how" suggests that understanding the right time and approach is crucial. The mention of practicing in one's room implies the need for self-improvement and preparation.

The repeated phrase "Please don't worry, I feel fine" throughout the song serves as a comforting mantra. It conveys the singer's confidence in handling their own struggles and reassures others that they are okay. This repetition suggests that despite the difficulties and frustrations, the singer remains optimistic and resilient.

The second stanza delves into personal frustrations and self-destructive behaviors. The mention of pent-up frustration and feeling "screwed up inside" indicates a sense of turmoil and discontentment. The line "Just think of all the money that's gone to your waste" references the destructive consequences of unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as excessive drinking. It encourages reflection on the lost opportunities and resources that could have been better utilized.

In the third stanza, the lyrics address the response and judgment from others. The singer acknowledges that submitting one's problems for public scrutiny can result in ridicule and laughter. The phrase "ambiguous wording clouds the issue once more" suggests a lack of clarity in communication, further complicating the situation. The line "You'll never know what it was that you saw" hints at the elusive nature of understanding and perception.

The final stanza concludes with a declaration of self-assurance and contentment. The repeated phrase "I feel fine, I'm having a good time" serves as a reassurance to both the listener and the singer themselves. It signifies a sense of personal fulfillment and enjoyment in the present moment, despite past challenges. Overall, the lyrics of "Please Don't Worry" convey a message of resilience, self-acceptance, and finding joy in the midst of life's complexities.

Line by Line Meaning

A true blue experience is what you need now
You are in need of a genuine and authentic experience

You need to know when and
You must be aware of the right timing

You need to know how
You need to understand the proper way

No sign of an opening unless
There won't be any opportunity unless

You've done it before
You have previous experience with it

Just go up to your room
Retreat to your personal space

And practice some more
Continue honing your skills

Pent-up frustration, all screwed up inside
Emotions of anger and dissatisfaction bottled up within

I was the same when I was alive
I experienced the same way when I was alive

So you take up drinking and
Therefore, you resort to consuming alcohol

Destroy all your taste
To ruin your sense of discernment