He sent "The Mixtape" to various record companies and in response Drew McConnell (bassist for Babyshambles) arranged for Rat Boy to have a meeting with him, Cardy was subsequently signed to Parlophone in early 2015. In addition to this "The Mixtape" was featured in NME Magazine and played by radio stations including BBC Radio 1, Radio X and BBC Radio 6.
Rat Boy was added to the BBC Sound Of 2016 Longlist, an annual poll in which over 100 Music Specialists select artists they believe will be successful within the next 12 months. In December 2015, MTV released its Brand New for 2016, an annually released article and webseries containing artists to watch out for during the upcoming year. Rat Boy was shortlisted along with 10 other artists including Bonkaz, Jack Garratt and Rationale. He was also nominated for the Best New Artist 2016 by NME magazine, which he subsequently won, along with performing his single "Move" at the awards ceremony.
In April 2017, Cardy's song "Knock Knock" was sampled on Kendrick Lamar's song "Lust", taken from his fourth studio album, Damn. When he found out about the sample, he tweeted his appreciation for it.
On 11 August 2017 Rat Boy released his long-awaited debut album Scum. The album was initially released with 13 tracks, however a deluxe 25-track version was also released. The deluxe version included more than 15 minutes of skits, samples and interludes, as well as an extra song "Sad Sad" featuring fellow indie musician Mallory Merk. The album reached 15 in the uk album chart.
In December 2017, Cardy supported Liam Gallagher on his UK solo tour.
On 25 January 2019 Rat Boy released the studio album Internationally Unknown which was recorded in 2018.
Rat Boy featured on McFly's 2020 album, "Young Dumb Thrills" under a song of the same name.
BOILING POINT
Rat boy Lyrics
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Boiling
Boiling
Boiling
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
The world is near boiling point
Seeing Theresa May who we didn't appoint
Living for the sound of silent missiles
That within one second can reach fifteen miles
Something's wrong, can't you see?
How can you let people on the street freeze?
This is our so-called democracy
Anti-homeless spite [?]
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
Get your information from corrupt newspapers
Live your life below the shiny skyscrapers
Big corporations and gentrification
Crashing the party with no invitation
We know
They don't
[?]
If you voted Brexit, please find the nearest exit
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
Boiling
Boiling
Boiling
Boiling, boiling
Boiling
Boiling
Boiling
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
Boiling
Boiling
Boiling
The song "Boiling Point" by Rat boy talks about the frustrations and disappointments of the youth today. When the younger generation were children, they all had big dreams and aspirations. However, as they grew older, they realized that the world is not as idealistic as they thought it would be. They are disappointed with the corrupt government, the biased media, and the big corporations that only serve their selfish interests. The world is at boiling point, and it is time for the youth to take a stand and demand a better future for themselves.
The song references several political issues in the UK, including the controversial Brexit vote, the failures of the Theresa May government, and the growing homeless population. The lyrics suggest that the government has failed to provide shelter, warmth, and security for the homeless people on the streets. The youth are frustrated with the lack of attention paid to these social issues in the so-called democratic country. Additionally, the song criticizes the way people consume media from newspapers, which are often biased towards political parties and big corporations.
Overall, the song takes a stance against apathy and encourages the youth to take action, even if it means going against the norm. It is a call to arms for the current generation to break free from the shackles of systemic oppression and inequality, and strive for a better life and a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Boiling
Intense anger or frustration is building up.
We all had dreams
When we were young
But now we're loaded
Just like a gun
We had hopes and ambitions when we were young, now we feel the weight of responsibility and pressure like a loaded gun.
The world is near boiling point
Seeing Theresa May who we didn't appoint
Living for the sound of silent missiles
That within one second can reach fifteen miles
The world is on the verge of collapse, with leaders like Theresa May who do not represent us. The sound of nuclear missiles is a constant reminder of the danger we live in.
Something's wrong, can't you see?
How can you let people on the street freeze?
This is our so-called democracy
Anti-homeless spite [?]
There are many things wrong in society, including homelessness and a lack of empathy. Our democracy is flawed and cruel towards the less fortunate.
Get your information from corrupt newspapers
Live your life below the shiny skyscrapers
Big corporations and gentrification
Crashing the party with no invitation
The media is untrustworthy and does not provide accurate information. Society is segregated by wealth and big corporations and gentrification are destroying communities without warning or accountability.
We know
They don't
[?]
If you voted Brexit, please find the nearest exit
The common people understand what is happening, but those in power do not. If you voted for Brexit, you are part of the problem.
Boiling
The frustration and anger is reaching its peak.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JORDAN CARDY
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