Denis Law And Ali Macgraw
The Men They Couldn't Hang Lyrics

Curly Wurlys, Aztec Bars
This song reminisces about various aspects of the singer's childhood, including the sweets they used to eat, such as Curly Wurlys and Aztec Bars.

Was There Really Life On Mars,
The singer wonders whether there was ever life on the planet Mars.

Jumping Jackie Pallo, Jackson Browne
The singer recalls wrestlers like Jumping Jackie Pallo and musicians like Jackson Browne, both of whom were popular in the 1970s.

Hillmann Hunters, Norman Hunter, Gary Sprake
The artist remembers cars like the Hillmann Hunter, as well as football players Norman Hunter and Gary Sprake.

Denis Law And Ali Mcgraw
The artist mentions the names of two famous people from the time period, soccer player Denis Law and actress Ali Macgraw.

And All Of Hattie Jacques
The singer also references the late British actress Hattie Jacques as someone they remember from their childhood.

Chippers, Tomahawks And Choppers
The singer mentions various types of toys, such as Chippers, Tomahawks, and Choppers.

And Red Space-Hoppers
The artist also recalls having a red space-hopper, which was a popular toy in the 1970s.

Grasshopper Kwai Chang Kane
The artist references the TV series Kung Fu, which starred David Carradine as the character Kwai Chang Kane, who was often likened to a grasshopper.

Confess You Wore A Rally-Jacket, Or Is It All A Blur
The artist asks their listeners to admit whether or not they wore a specific type of fashionable jacket from the 70s called a rally-jacket.

Gonna Get A Rally-Jacket, Gonna Get A Girl
The singer expresses their desire to obtain a rally-jacket and a girl to go with it, suggesting that these were popular items for young men during the time period.

This Time Tomorrow's Out Of Fashion
The artist suggests that tomorrow's trends are always changing, and this phrase could reflect anxiety about the future.

Everybody's Future's In The Breeze
The singer suggests that everyone's future is uncertain, like blowing in the breeze.

I Want To Live Like All Our Yesterdays
The singer desires to live as they did in the past, nostalgic for days gone by.

In The Nineteen Seventies
The singer clarifies that the time period they are nostalgic for is the 1970s.

Lucid Honey-Scented Grass - Fragrant And Serene
The artist describes a sensory memory of the scent of grass, perhaps at a childhood home or outdoor location.

Kaleidoscopic Green And Mellow Yellow Tambourine
The artist references the colors of a tambourine, perhaps recalling a musical performance they witnessed in the 70s.

King Pour Party Seven - It's Got Everything You Need
The singer references an alcoholic beverage called Party Seven, which was popular in the UK in the 1970s.

Ain't Nobody Faking - Satisfaction Guaranteed
The singer suggests that the quality of the drink is guaranteed and authentic.

Terry, Tommy, Henry Cooper - Splash It On All Over
The artist references various celebrity men, including boxers Henry Cooper and Terry Downes, and singer Tommy Steele, who promoted Brut aftershave in the 70s.

Eight Track Partridge Family On Your Motorola
The artist mentions the technology of the time, Eight Track cassettes, and how they would play the music of The Partridge Family on a Motorola device.

Duckbill Shoes In Paintbox Hues
The artist references fashion trends of the 70s, including Duckbill shoes which had a distinctive, pointy shape.

Orange-Feathered Hair
The singer recalls a popular hairstyle in the 70s, which involved using artificial hair dye to turn hair orange and styled in a feathered look.

Suede-Head, Mod Or Greaser
The artist references different subcultures of the time period, including the Suedeheads, Mods, and Greasers.

Northern Soul At Southport Fair
The singer references a music subculture called Northern Soul, which emerged in the UK in the late 60s and early 70s and became popular at events like Southport Fair.

Wizzard's In My Radio - See My Baby Jive
The singer references the band Wizzard and their popular hit song 'See My Baby Jive,' noting that it was playing on their radio at the time.

Armchair Theatre Revolutionaries Never Go To War
The singer critiques certain types of activists who talk a big game but never actually engage in real-world revolution or conflict.

Three-Day Weeks And Edward Heath Ain't Worth Fighting For
The artist references a time of economic hardship in the UK, during which the government implemented a three-day work week. They suggest that this was not worth fighting for.

The Devil Danced With Cozy Powell
The artist references the drummer Cozy Powell and the phrase 'the devil danced with,' which is a reference to the idea of making a deal with the devil.

The Devil Raced With Gun
The singer suggests that the devil is racing to keep up with the fast pace of modern life.

The Who Put The Boot In At Swansea City
The singer references the British rock band The Who, who played a concert in Swansea City during the 70s and were known for their energetic performances.

Seasons In The Sun
The artist references the song 'Seasons in the Sun' which was originally written in French but popularized in the UK and US in the 70s. It has sentimental lyrics about life and death.