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
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The Adicts Lyrics
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just stood and stared.
The Bohemians said they didn't
but they cared.
The lords and the ladies,
felt they're gonna drag em down.
The armagedon dance,
that could never make a sound.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its saturday night.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its allright
The heavy weight candidate,
moved to one side.
be a Mama gotta hunger,
just lay down and die.
Friends and lovers fall to the floor.
Mr. Personality, suddenly a bore.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its saturday night.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its allright.
Late nite kid, said my oh my.
A mystery & Dennis walked by.
Every head talked and every head turned.
He was so hot that he burned.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its saturday night.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its allright
The Adicts' song "Saturday Night" is a celebration of the weekend and all the fun and excitement that comes with it. The song describes a scene where various groups of people - ravers, groovers, Bohemians, lords, and ladies - have come together, but with different reactions to the festivities. Some stand and stare, while others care about what they're seeing. The armageddon dance is described as an affair that could never make a sound, suggesting that it's more of a ritual than a lively event.
The main message of the chorus is that it's Saturday night and everything is all right. No matter the chaos or confusion, everyone can let loose and have a good time. The lyrics suggest that even the most boring or unremarkable people can suddenly become exciting and attractive during the weekend. The reference to a "heavy weight candidate" moving to one side could be interpreted as a nod to the political turmoil that often accompanies social activities.
Overall, "Saturday Night" is a lively and upbeat song about the joys of the weekend and the chance to let loose and leave behind everyday worries and concerns. It captures the feeling of excitement and anticipation that builds throughout the week as people look forward to a night of fun and relaxation.
Line by Line Meaning
Well the ravers and the groovers,
just stood and stared.
The people who love to dance and move energetically were hesitant and didn't do anything. They just looked around, confused and unsure.
The Bohemians said they didn't
but they cared.
The creative and unconventional types claimed they weren't interested, but secretly they did care about what was happening.
The lords and the ladies,
felt they're gonna drag em down.
The upper-class and elegant group were apprehensive that their presence would ruin the vibe for others and put a damper on the fun.
The armagedon dance,
that could never make a sound.
The dance was so chaotic and crazy that it felt like it could be the end of the world. But even though it was so intense, no sound came out of it - as if everyone was afraid to make any noise.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its saturday night.
Don't you know, its saturday.
don't you know its allright
Everyone should be aware that it's Saturday, a special night for partying and having a good time. Despite any reservations or worries, everything will be okay and enjoyable.
The heavy weight candidate,
moved to one side.
The most important and formidable person in the room stepped aside, perhaps recognizing that this was not their kind of event or that they should let others have a chance.
be a Mama gotta hunger,
just lay down and die.
The singer is using a metaphor to describe the strong desire they feel, which they compare to being a mother who hasn't eaten for a long time. If they don't fulfill this need, they feel like they might as well give up entirely.
Friends and lovers fall to the floor.
Mr. Personality, suddenly a bore.
People are collapsing and becoming lost in the moment, while someone who may normally be charismatic and engaging suddenly seems dull in comparison.
Late nite kid, said my oh my.
A mystery & Dennis walked by.
Every head talked and every head turned.
He was so hot that he burned.
Someone who is a bit of an unknown, but has a magnetic presence, catches everyone's attention. Everyone is intrigued and impressed by this person.
Contributed by Keira K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
gabss Talancon
En 2022 y jamás dejaré de escuchar esta joya!
Carlos Rodolfo
Joya es una palabra que representa poco para lo que está obra es
Stephen Twarowski
Saw them right before the world went to crap at the Gramercy in NYC- Caught Monkey's mic cover,glove, heart balloon, joker cards, bracelets, and half of his shirt...it's great being tall lol 😆
Carlos Rodolfo
Q Bella historia
John Flushing
There's a lot of Adict's albums on YT. This is the ONLY one with all the hits!
Narcomancer against defect®by maestro Hantzof
1.The Adicts-You`ll seem to adore deranged Mocking bird(song/Album) you know it just have to have violins Joker in the pack high with no flagged minor Andantinos and moderatos...What`s tennis cap droog? Well it`s droog playing tennis with Mental sandclock (Full container/Triclops Wqtkygh god of Goblins..empty container/Zeromore from Goblin Mock)...
and than another song to same album 2.The Adicts- Welcome to club of narcomancers it`s mental sandclock going on ..also with violins joker in the pack high 3fp 2 Rfz 1 Sfz major largos with no flagged minor Andantinos and moderatos..3.The Adicts-Highs about lows shall Explore me. No flagged minor Andantinos and moderatos.4.The Adicts-Please unsure the last Eve of Mars..no flagged minor Andantinos and moderatos 5.The Adicts-Girls who wants to go to Goblin safari with lSD?(Impersonal social dementia) you know no flagged minor Andantinos..6.Adicts-If you`d just believe my Evil Umbrella becomes real ..you know no flagged minor moderatos 7.The Adicts-Oh Moloko you`ll upgrade empty ..You know no flagged minor Andantinos and moderatos 8.The Adicts --Chant Reggie Veggie for a weggie..you know 3 fp 2 Rfz 1 Sfz major Adagios to no flagged minor Andantinos and moderatos..9 .The Adicts -i`ll laugh if mockive had Pride.. you know minor no flagged andantinos and moderatos to major Adagios 3fp 2 Rfz 1 Sfz major..10.The Adicts--,occupated India does bullshit anyway ..minor Andantinos and moderatos.11.the Adicts-Fool`s full is? Bravo!!! You know Minor Andantinos and moderatos 12.the Adicts-And nowhere Got englightened...Minor no flagged moderatos and Andantinos to major largos 3fp 2 Rfz 1 Sfz...You know all in all Clockwork orange
CelineDionosaurasRex 138
Wtf
David Perdomo
Viva LA revolution!!!!
Manuel Hernandez
Wish I saw these Blokes!?! Oi!? Punk Not Dead!?! Started listening to them in 97!?! New some of there songs!?! Oi!? Oi!?!? Oi??!?!?
PuNk JuNk ®️
Never 2 late 2 start! Same level as always, great respect for the ADDICTS i listen to em since 80s, still like em.
Nothing 2 do with oi oi etc
PuNk is about being your self
unique, different