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
Sympathy
The Adicts Lyrics
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Is it jealousy
Your silly games
Don't bother me
What's your problem
Are you really insecure
It it natural
I'm not so sure
See the doctor
For a cure
Keep your mind
So sweet and pure
One day maybe
You'll get wise
There's no good
In hate and lies
If you want sympathy, don't come to me
You're stagnant
No more changes
It's your outlook
You should re-arrange
What's your problem
Are you really insecure
Is it natural
I'm not so sure
The Adicts' song "Sympathy" is a commentary on the toxicity of jealousy, insecurity, and hate. The lyrics describe the singer's confusion and annoyance with someone who is exhibiting such negative traits, and their refusal to offer sympathy or compassion as a result. The song begins by posing the question "What's the matter? Is it jealousy?" as the first line. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer acknowledges that the problem is rooted in the other person's insecurity and immaturity. The line "Your silly games don't bother me" suggests that the singer is unfazed by the other person's attempts to provoke or manipulate them.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, as the singer tells the other person "If you want sympathy, don't come to me." This line encapsulates the central message of the song: that negativity and hate will not be met with kindness or understanding. The verses continue in a similar vein, with the singer urging the other person to seek a "cure" for their toxic behavior and warning that "there's no good in hate and lies."
Overall, the song is a poignant reminder that we should all strive to be kind, empathetic, and self-aware. By eschewing petty jealousy and hate, we can cultivate healthy relationships and build a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
What's the matter
What is troubling you
Is it jealousy
Could it be envy that's causing this
Your silly games
Your childish behavior
Don't bother me
I am not affected by it
What's your problem
What is the issue you're facing
Are you really insecure
Do you have a lack of confidence
Is it natural
Is this a common occurrence
I'm not so sure
I'm uncertain
See the doctor
Go to the physician
For a cure
To be healed or treated
Keep your mind
Maintain your thoughts
So sweet and pure
With positivity and wholesomeness
One day maybe
Perhaps in the future
You'll get wise
You'll become knowledgeable
There's no good
There is no benefit
In hate and lies
From spreading negativity and falsehoods
If you want sympathy, don't come to me
I won't be the one offering comfort
You're stagnant
You're not progressing
No more changes
No additional alterations
It's your outlook
Your perception or attitude
You should re-arrange
You must modify your ways
What's your problem
What's the matter
Are you really insecure
Do you lack confidence
Is it natural
Is it common
I'm not so sure
I don't know
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