They have released four EPs thus far: It Was All So Monotonous (2017), Kids Off The Estate (2017), Alcopops & Charity Shops (2018) and May Seriously Harm You And Others Around You (2021).
Billy Big Bollocks
The Reytons Lyrics
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Now he′s giving it the big un but the crowd know it's all pretend
He′s had too much to drink and don't care what you think
Vodka and lager thrown up down the sink
He's talking a lot but saying so little right now
And he′s calling the doorman a loser
And it′s all kicking off in the boozer
And at the top of his voice he demanded another one
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
You silly little man
You talk the talk
But can't be so hard with that bottle in your hand
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
You stupid little man
Cos getting thrown out of here can′t have been part of your plan
Billy big bollock's stood at the takeaway door
Giving it the big ′un but they've all heard it all before
Slowly he's given he′s out for a fate
Stood on his own I can′t see any mates
Giving it large and he can't even walk on his own
And he′s asking the bloke for a lager
He's tell him no like his father
The night′s just begun but they tell him he's done
And at the top of his voice he demanded another one
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
You silly little man
You talk the talk
But can′t be so hard without bottle in your hand
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
You stupid little man
Cos getting thrown out of here can't have been part of your plan
Billy big bollocks sways in a taxi queue
A bird walks past, he can't help it he has to be rude
He′s giving her lips as he′s taking her home
But what he can't see is she ain′t on her own
Her boyfriend walks over
He walks up beside him and laughs
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
You silly little man
You talk the talk
But can't be so hard without bottle in your hand
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
You stupid little man
It′s gotta be gotta be gotta be part of your plan
The Reytons's song "Billy Big Bollocks" is a cautionary tale about a man who gets too drunk and starts causing trouble. Throughout the song, the singer observes how Billy is acting tough and trying to prove himself to others, but in reality, he is just a drunken mess. Despite his attempts to impress others, Billy is unable to control himself, and the night ends with him getting thrown out of the bar and embarrassingly hitting on a taken woman.
The song uses the character of Billy to comment on the toxicity of alcohol-fueled masculinity and how it can lead to destructive behavior. By portraying Billy as a foolish and pathetic figure, the song sends a clear message that acting tough and aggressive is not the way to gain respect or admiration.
Overall, "Billy Big Bollocks" is a well-crafted rock song that combines catchy melodies with insightful lyrics to create a memorable portrait of a man who tries too hard to be something he's not.
Line by Line Meaning
Billy big bollocks has been on the drink again
Billy has been drinking heavily again and is behaving arrogantly.
Now he's giving it the big un but the crowd know it's all pretend
He is trying to show off, but everyone knows it's a facade.
He's had too much to drink and don't care what you think
His drunkenness has caused him to become unconcerned about others' opinions.
Vodka and lager thrown up down the sink
He has vomited due to drinking vodka and lager excessively.
He's talking a lot but saying so little right now
He is rambling and not making much sense.
And he's calling the doorman a loser
He is insulting the doorman and being disrespectful.
And it's all kicking off in the boozer
A fight is breaking out in the pub.
The night's just begun but they tell him he's done
The night is still young, but he is being kicked out.
And at the top of his voice he demanded another one
He is shouting for another drink loudly.
So why you gotta be a dickhead?
The singer is asking why Billy needs to behave so foolishly and rudely.
You silly little man
The singer is mocking Billy for his immature behavior.
You talk the talk
Billy is boasting without backing up his words with actions.
But can't be so hard with that bottle in your hand
The singer is questioning Billy's bravery since he is relying on alcohol to act tough.
Cos getting thrown out of here can't have been part of your plan
Billy likely did not intend to get kicked out of the pub and humiliated in public.
Billy big bollock's stood at the takeaway door
Billy is standing outside of a food establishment.
Giving it the big 'un but they've all heard it all before
He is bragging, but everyone has heard it countless times before.
Slowly he's given he's out for a fate
Billy is starting to feel the effects of his drinking.
Stood on his own I can't see any mates
He is alone and doesn't seem to have any friends around him.
Giving it large and he can't even walk on his own
Despite his boasting, he is struggling to walk due to his intoxication.
And he's asking the bloke for a lager
He is requesting a beer from someone.
He's tell him no like his father
The man he asked declined and dismissed Billy like his own father did.
Billy big bollocks sways in a taxi queue
Billy is standing in line for a taxi and is having trouble standing straight.
A bird walks past, he can't help it he has to be rude
A woman walks past him and he can't resist being vulgar and disrespectful.
He's giving her lips as he's taking her home
He is kissing her and trying to take her home with him.
But what he can't see is she ain't on her own
He is unaware that the woman has a boyfriend with her.
Her boyfriend walks over
The woman's boyfriend approaches Billy.
He walks up beside him and laughs
The boyfriend mocks and ridicules Billy for his behavior.
Writer(s): Joseph Kennedy O'brien, Jamie Todd, Lee Holland, Jonny Yerrell
Contributed by Lila F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lightningeye
on Kids off the Estate
Yeah that street lights on and I'm still out
Grew up fast and had no doubt
I'd make it in this godforsaken town
Nintendos came second hand
And Clifton park was Disney land
Oh and we want for nowt
And never get let down
And we stay out till late
The kids off the estate
Mothers had to wait
Cos those boys will be boys
You don't have to hate
The kids off the estate
Mates after a feyt
And they called them Reytons
Jumpers thrown on a patch of dirt
On that corner field in last seasons shirt
Till the windows break but they're never gonna catch us now
We've got quids for the corner shop
But when he turns his back we're gonna take the lot
And he can run quite fast but he's never gonna track us down
And we stay out till late
The kids off the estate
Mothers had to wait
Cos those boys will be boys
You don't have to hate
The kids off the estate
Mates after a feyt
And they called them Reytons
UV lights on the council flats
No camera's work but still hoods and caps
Cos if the cops roll by we're gonna have to stash the lot
Eight missed calls and you're late again
You read it's twelve fifteen on a thirty two ten
But you don't go back cos you know they'll be trouble and war
And we stay out till late
The kids off the estate
Mothers had to wait
Cos those boys will be boys
You don't have to hate
The kids off the estate
Mates after a feyt
And they called them Reytons
Yeah that streetlights on and I'm still out
Grew up fast and had no doubt
I'd make it in this godforsaken town
Time moves fast and we slow down
Loser dream while chase inbound
Cos we want it all and forever get let down
Still we stay out so late
The kids off the estate
Mothers had to wait
Cos those boys will be boys
You don't have to hate
The kids off the estate
Mates after a feyt
And they called us Reytons
SubtleBlade
on Mind the Gap
"Mind The Gap" is a phrase used, in Sheffield (Where the Reytons originate) by both sets of supporters of the professional football teams, United and the other lot, when their club is higher up the football league structure than the other. This would suggest, to me, that the song is specifically about football 'firms' (gangs of violent hooligans) facing off. This is supported by the brand of clothing named which are particularly popular with same.