The Adicts are an English Punk rock band from Ipswich, Suffolk. They began … Read Full Bio ↴The Adicts are an English Punk rock band from Ipswich, Suffolk. They began life as the Afterbirth & The Pinz, in their hometown of Ipswich in late 1975. Popular in the 1980s, they were often in the indie charts at that time.
They soon changed their name to The Adicts and became known for their distinctive Clockwork Orange 'Droog' image, which, along with their urgent, uptempo music and light-hearted lyrics, helped set them very much apart from the rest of the genre. Temporary 1980s name changes to ADX and FUN ADICTS, for a children's TV appearance, also occurred.

Their song "Viva La Revolution" was featured in the video game Tony Hawk's Underground.

The band still has all its original members, uncommon for a band with such longevity.

The music of The Adicts proves that punk music is a very broad genre, often featuring extra instruments and sound clips such as carousel music (How Sad), violin played by Derick Cook (Joker in the Pack), gongs and keyboard percussion by Anthony Boyd (Chinese Takeaway), and even completely different songs like the switch to Gain To Lose's Tune #24 at the end of G.I.R.L..

The look of the majority of the bandmates is that of the Droogs from the Stanley Kubrick film A Clockwork Orange based on the book by Anthony Burgess. All white with black combat boots and black bowler hats. The band says that the look appealed to them because of the teenage angst associated with A Clockwork Orange. Singer "Monkey" wears full joker make-up and his clothes are wild, patterned suits, flared trousers, colorful dress shirts, and other such things. His favorites seem to be checkerboard patterns, or polkadots. And of course, there's the obligatory bowler hat and gloves. Along with the look come stage antics involving streamers, confetti, playing cards, joker hats, toy instruments, and glitter just to name a few things.

members:
Keith 'Monkey' Warren - Vocals.
Mel (Spider)Ellis - Bass
Pete Dee Davison - Guitar
Michael 'Kid Dee' Davison - Drums
John 'Scruff' Ellis (Mel’s brother) - Guitar
Dan Gratziani - Violin,Piano,Mandolin

I Love You But Don't Come Near Me
The Adicts Lyrics

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Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
I Love You But Don't Come Near Me
It Used To Be So Good
Our Rhythm Was So Sweet
It Used To Be So Good
Oh Yeh It's Such A Vicious Beat
I Love You So, Got To Let You Go
It's A Crying Shame, Your To Blame

Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
I Love You But Don't Come Near Me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Adicts's song "I Love You But Don't Come Near Me" tell the story of a love that has soured. At the beginning, the singer expresses his conflicted emotions. He loves the person, but he doesn't want them anywhere near him. The relationship has become toxic, as the singer feels weighed down and brought low whenever the person is around. He laments that things used to be so good, with a sweet rhythm between them. But now, that rhythm has turned into a "vicious beat." In the end, the singer has to let go of the person he loves, as they are responsible for the relationship's collapse.

This song explores the complicated feelings that can arise in relationships that have gone wrong. Even though the singer still loves the person, he recognizes that being near them is harmful to him. He is forced to make the difficult decision to end things to protect himself.

Line by Line Meaning

Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
The conflicting feelings of love and fear are present, leading to uncertainty and confusion.

I Love You But Don't Come Near Me
Despite the emotions of love, being close to you is causing pain and discomfort.

So Much To Give, So Much To Take
There is potential for a healthy relationship, but it requires balance and effort from both parties.

I've Got A Heart Of Gold, How Could It Break
Despite being caring and loving, the pain caused by the relationship is causing damage and vulnerability.

When Your Around You Bring Me Down
Being in your presence causes negative emotions and mental strain.

It's A Crying Shame, Your To Blame
The blame is directed towards the other person, despite the shared responsibility for the issues in the relationship.

It Used To Be So Good
Reflecting on past happiness and a healthier relationship.

Our Rhythm Was So Sweet
The two parties were in sync and enjoyed one another's company.

Oh Yeh It's Such A Vicious Beat
The current state of the relationship is turbulent, painful, and full of negative emotions.

I Love You So, Got To Let You Go
Despite feelings of love, ending the relationship is necessary for self-preservation and personal growth.

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Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
I Love You But Don't Come Near Me
So Much To Give, So Much To Take
I've Got A Heart Of Gold, How Could It Break
Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
I Love You But Don't Come Near Me
When Your Around You Bring Me Down
It's A Crying Shame, Your To Blame
Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
I Love You But Don't Come Near Me
It Used To Be So Good
Our Rhythm Was So Sweet
It Used To Be So Good
Oh Yeh It's Such A Vicious Beat
I Love You So, Got To Let You Go
It's A Crying Shame, Your To Blame
Yea Yea Yea, No No No,
I Love You But Don't Come Near Me